LA County COVID hospitalizations on the rise as holiday season approaches
The number of COVID-positive patients has bounced up and down in recent weeks, with health officials closely watching the figures as they hope to avoid another winter surge of virus infections, hospitalizations and deaths.
The number of COVID-positive patients has bounced up and down in recent weeks, with health officials closely watching the figures as they hope to avoid another winter surge of virus infections, hospitalizations and deaths.
LA County discusses "tripledemic" concerns
For the first time this week, we heard health officials warn of a so-called tripledemic, the intersection of COVID-19, flu and RSV.
For the first time this week, we heard health officials warn of a so-called tripledemic, the intersection of COVID-19, flu and RSV.
China begins administering oral COVID-19 vaccine
The needle-free vaccine is a mist that gets sucked in through the mouth.
The needle-free vaccine is a mist that gets sucked in through the mouth.
California test scores decline; racial disparities remain
The numbers were worse for students of color, as 84% of Black students and 79% of Latino students did not meet math standards in 2022.
The numbers were worse for students of color, as 84% of Black students and 79% of Latino students did not meet math standards in 2022.
Rental Aid: Some LA residents could receive up to $5,000 per household
Councilman Mitch O'Farrell's program is expected to provide up to $5,000 per household for renters in his district who make 80% or less of the area median income, or AMI.
Councilman Mitch O'Farrell's program is expected to provide up to $5,000 per household for renters in his district who make 80% or less of the area median income, or AMI.
New COVID subvariants are resisting immunity and treatments. Should you be worried?
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
CDC’s Dr. Walensky tests positive for COVID-19
Dr. Walensky, who is up-to-date with vaccination, is experiencing mild symptoms, the CDC said.
Dr. Walensky, who is up-to-date with vaccination, is experiencing mild symptoms, the CDC said.
FDA OKs Novavax COVID-19 booster dose
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax.
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax.
Pandemic-era retirees ready to return to work, AARP CEO says
The pace of retirements among baby boomers accelerated during the pandemic. Now, many of them are ready to return to the workforce.
The pace of retirements among baby boomers accelerated during the pandemic. Now, many of them are ready to return to the workforce.
US warned to prepare as COVID cases rise in Europe
Under 15 million Americans have received the latest booster shots.
Under 15 million Americans have received the latest booster shots.
Boston University researchers claim to have developed new, more lethal COVID strain in lab
Researchers at Boston University added a spike protein from the Omicron variant with the original Wuhan strain, which has an 80% kill rate
Researchers at Boston University added a spike protein from the Omicron variant with the original Wuhan strain, which has an 80% kill rate
Newsom to end California's COVID-19 state of emergency in February
Gov. Gavin Newsom announces California’s COVID-19 state of emergency will end on February 28, almost three years since it was declared.
Gov. Gavin Newsom announces California’s COVID-19 state of emergency will end on February 28, almost three years since it was declared.
Millions could still be eligible for a stimulus check - and time is running out to claim it
Americans could possibly be owed a five-figure payment from the federal government.
Americans could possibly be owed a five-figure payment from the federal government.
New CalFresh program helps offer up to $100 of fresh food
The "M?s Fresco" program is open to CalFresh recipients 18 years and older, with the goal of promoting more consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables. The program, which also includes ongoing discounts and promos on fresh foods, is a partnership among Northgate Markets, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and UC San Diego Health.
The "M?s Fresco" program is open to CalFresh recipients 18 years and older, with the goal of promoting more consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables. The program, which also includes ongoing discounts and promos on fresh foods, is a partnership among Northgate Markets, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and UC San Diego Health.
LA County COVID hospitalizations continue to decline
The number of COVID-positive patients in Los Angeles County hospitals continued its gradual decline, dropping by nine people to 446, according to the latest state figures.
The number of COVID-positive patients in Los Angeles County hospitals continued its gradual decline, dropping by nine people to 446, according to the latest state figures.
LA family believes 'COVID psychosis' may have led to loved one's random disappearance
A family in Los Angeles believes a rare case of "COVID psychosis" may have led to their loved one's sudden disappearance.
A family in Los Angeles believes a rare case of "COVID psychosis" may have led to their loved one's sudden disappearance.
LA family believes 'COVID psychosis' may have led to loved one's random disappearance
A family in Los Angeles believes a case of "COVID psychosis may have led to their loved one's sudden disappearance.
A family in Los Angeles believes a case of "COVID psychosis may have led to their loved one's sudden disappearance.
Chosen LA County residents ages 18-24 can get $1,000 monthly checks
A small group of chosen young Los Angeles County residents could receive $1,000 monthly checks for up to three years.
A small group of chosen young Los Angeles County residents could receive $1,000 monthly checks for up to three years.
LA Councilman Mike Bonin tests positive for COVID-19 after attending packed council meeting
Bonin said he tested positive Tuesday night, just hours after he spoke inside a packed City Hall.
Bonin said he tested positive Tuesday night, just hours after he spoke inside a packed City Hall.
FDA authorities COVID-19 boosters for kids as young as age 5
The U.S. authorized updated COVID-19 boosters for children as young as 5, seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave.
The U.S. authorized updated COVID-19 boosters for children as young as 5, seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave.