USC to expand virus testing after 45 students linked to Greek Row test positive for COVID-19

A coronavirus outbreak has been identified along the University of Southern California's fraternity row, as the university's Student Health announced Thursday it will expand COVID-19 testing as part of its strategy to help keep students, faculty and staff safe on its campuses.

California lawmakers slam EDD for slow payouts; $600 federal unemployment benefits set to expire

Things could get even more complicated if Congress extends supplemental federal unemployment benefits, which gave people up to $600 in an additional weekly payments but just expired.

Coronavirus outbreak at USC's fraternity row
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A coronavirus outbreak has been identified along�USC's fraternity row, as the university's Student Health announced Thursday it�will expand COVID-19 testing as part of its strategy to help keep students,�faculty and staff safe on its campuses.

McDonald's CEO says law enforcement may be called on customers who refuse to wear masks

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski recently spoke about recent decisions the company has made amid the coronavirus pandemic. He specifically suggested that law enforcement may be called during situations when a customer won’t wear a mask.

Bars set up TV's outside for fans to watch Lakers, Clippers NBA game

Bars across SoCal set up TV's outside of their establishments to provide fans with a place to watch the NBA Lakers vs. Clippers game Thursday evening.

SoCal receives $38 million in CARES Act Recovery Assistance grants

The federal government announced $38 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act Recovery Assistance grants to provide gap financing for small businesses and entrepreneurs throughout Southern California affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

New COVID-19 testing site opens in Boyle Heights

A new COVID-19 testing site opened in Boyle Heights thanks in part to a generous donation from Hyundai. 

Record economic plunge, bleak jobs numbers reveal virus toll

The U.S. economy shrank at a dizzying 33% annual rate in the April-June quarter — by far the worst quarterly plunge ever — when the viral outbreak shut down businesses, throwing tens of millions out of work and sending unemployment surging to 14.7%, the government said Thursday.

Trump says second stimulus checks could be 'way higher' than $1,200

President Trump suggested this week the next coronavirus relief package could include a direct cash payment for American families that's potentially higher than $1,200.

Gun sales soar amid COVID-19 pandemic

Redstone Firearms in Burbank is the only black-owned gun shop on the West Coast.  

Family sends urgent warning after beloved LA City firefighter dies from COVID-19

44-year-old Jose Perez was no stranger to emergencies. As a firefighter and paramedic in the LA City Fire Department he saw it all. But never did he think his body would be attacked by a potentially fatal virus. Last weekend, the man known for his generous heart and great physical strength died due to complications with COVID-19. He was the first LA City Firefighter to die from the virus.

Garcetti says COVID-19 'Travel Safely Ambassadors' to deploy at LAX on Monday

Mayor Eric Garcetti said that a "Travel Safely Ambassador Program'' will begin next week at Los Angeles International Airport, with workers handing out free masks to people who need them, along with informational materials about safety precautions to fight COVID-19.

Sun Valley church refuses to close despite pandemic

Some churches are holding services that are not necessarily following the updated COVID-19 restrictions.