Neighbor of local veteran honors him with special funeral

The pandemic has affected many aspects of our lives… including funerals. Large gatherings, even honor guards for veterans are still limited.

Federal judge sets order to move 7K homeless from freeways

An order issued by a federal judge to move thousands of homeless people away from freeways is set to take effect Friday.

WHO 'mythbusters' against COVID-19 misinformation | UPDATED EDITION

UPDATED | Misinformation, misunderstandings, and outdated information about the new coronavirus and COVID-19, the disease it causes, seemingly spread as easily as the pathogen. These mythbusters aim to counteract those dangerous false narratives.

Change.org petition urges Joe Biden to endorse $2K monthly stimulus income amid COVID-19

A Change.org petition aimed at getting 2020 presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden to publicly endorse a “universal basic income” of $2,000 per month for every U.S. resident.

Los Angeles looks to cap fees on restaurant delivery service apps

The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday directed the city attorney to draft an ordinance that would limit delivery service apps from charging restaurants more than 15% of a total order.

Several people report EDD cards being stolen

Times are tough and money is tight for so many. Now, imagine waiting for unemployment benefits, only to realize, the EDD card was stolen and your money is gone.

NFL studying helmet face guard that works like surgical mask

With an eye toward getting back on the field during a pandemic, the NFL is working on a helmet face guard that might provide the same sort of protection as a surgical mask.

Orange County reports 10 more COVID-19 deaths

Health officials announced on Wednesday that 10 more people succumbed to COVID-19 in Orange County, the highest daily death toll since the pandemic began, bringing the total number of fatalities to 98.   

Shailene and Lori Woodley discuss nonprofit All it Takes on GDLA
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Actress Shailene Woodley opens up about a past abusive relationship and she and her mom Lori talk about why they started the nonprofit All it Takes which brings attention to mental health. Now the non-profit is focusing on helping people manage their anxiety as we navigate our new COVID-19 world.

Parking lots partially reopen at 27 California state parks

The parking lots of 27 California state parks have partially reopened weeks after the 280 state parks and beaches closed their parking lots to discourage non-local visitors, officials said Tuesday.

Los Angeles County reports a total of 40,857 coronavirus cases with 1,970 deaths

Los Angeles County on Wednesday reported 1,324 new coronavirus cases and 57 additional deaths, bringing the county's totals to 40,857 cases and 1,970 deaths.

Google, Apple release coronavirus contact-tracing technology for apps

Apple and Google on Wednesday released long-awaited smartphone technology to automatically notify people if they might have been exposed to the coronavirus.

Inmate released early due to COVID-19 arrested for attacking woman on hiking trail

A convicted felon released early from prison because of COVID-19 concerns is back behind bars, accused in a terrifying attack on a woman in Everett, Washington.

Doctor shares tips to communicate with those with hearing loss during pandemic

The “new normal” of wearing masks and creating 6 feet of social distancing has created some challenges, especially for those with hearing loss.

Poll: Americans fear a second wave of COVID-19

Strong concern about a second wave of coronavirus infections is reinforcing widespread opposition among Americans to reopening public places, a new poll finds, even as many state leaders step up efforts to return to life before the pandemic.