LAFD firefighter dies from complications of COVID-19

The Los Angeles Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their own after a firefighter died from COVID-19.

Many Americans should be getting $1,200 checks in August, Treasury Secretary says

Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says that many Americans will be getting another $1,200 stimulus check in August. But, he says that the GOP is determined to cut down the $600/week in extra federal unemployment benefits that millions have been getting for months.

LA County reports 3,628 new cases of COVID-19, 53 deaths

Los Angeles County reported 3,628 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 53 additional deaths on Saturday, bringing the county's totals to 172,325 cases and 4,351 fatalities.

Religious group holding services in Huntington Beach told to stop event

Huntington Beach police were handing out fliers to a religious group holding a gathering on the beach Friday night to let them know their service is not permitted by the city.

The Issue Is: Government involvement in the pandemic; Rep. Schiff, Hasan Piker, and Michael Knowles

Elex Michaelson is joined on The Issue Is by Chair of the House Intelligence Committee, Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA), as well as progressive Hasan Piker and conservative Michael Knowles for a debate that cannot be missed.

LADOT extends relaxed parking enforcement to Aug. 16 due to pandemic

The Los Angeles Department of Transportation announced it will continue not giving tickets for several parking offenses through at least Aug. 16 because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Riverside shelter seeing an increase of abandoned animals

At the start of the pandemic, shelters saw their animals adoptions soar. But now they're seeing a high rate of abandonment. 

Two brothers charged with fighting security over wearing masks at Van Nuys Target store

Criminal charges have been filed against two brothers who allegedly got into a scuffle with security guards -- including one who broke his arm -- after the two refused to wear masks at a Target store in Van Nuys, the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office announced.

Save Our Stages Act could give much-needed help to struggling music venues

This week, U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced legislation set to give relief to music venues that have been shuttered since the pandemic.

CDC survey finds 35% report COVID-19 symptoms 2-3 weeks after positive test — including young adults

A recent report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention acknowledged that a large percentage of people who contract the novel coronavirus experience a prolonged symptom duration.

OC Elementary Schools apply for waiver to offer in-person instruction

The majority of California schools will offer online instruction for the fall semester, but the guidelines from Governor Newsom offer an opt out for elementary schools if they apply for a waiver.

No virus bill yet: White House, GOP at odds over jobless aid

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sent senators home, promising a Republican proposal would be ready on Monday.

Reporting delays lead to dip in daily coronavirus cases in LA County

Los Angeles County reported one of its lowest recent daily totals of new coronavirus cases on Friday, but attributed the dip to delays in tests results from the state, indicating higher numbers will likely result in coming days as the backlog clears.

Universal Studios cancels Halloween Horror Nights due to ongoing pandemic

With the growing health concerns around the coronavirus, Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort announced the cancellation of Halloween Horror Nights for 2020.  

LIST: These SoCal cities are enforcing fines for not wearing a mask, here's how much it'll cost you

With cases of the coronavirus climbing across the U.S., many states have issued statewide mask mandates, including California. Despite the statewide order, more local governments have enacted their own mask ordinances where residents could face fines for not covering their faces in public.

Colorado researchers develop COVID-19 test that requires no swab and can produce results in 45 minutes

Researchers from the University of Colorado, Boulder, have developed a new rapid, portable, saliva-based COVID-19 test that they say is able to render results in 45 minutes, requiring no swabs.

Newsom: CA must protect essential workers, coronavirus disproportionately affects Latino community

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday focused on protecting essential workers such as construction laborers, food prep employees, farm workers, truck drivers and cashiers, who are being disproportionately impacted by coronavirus.