Los Angeles County reports a total of 39,573 coronavirus cases with 1,913 deaths

Los Angeles County on Tuesday reported 1,183 new coronavirus cases and 76 additional deaths, bringing the county's totals to 39,573 cases and 1,913 deaths.

Riverside County sets $150M for coronavirus relief via CARES Act

Riverside County supervisors on Tuesday established a $150 million coronavirus relief account in the current fiscal year using federal grant funds intended to assist health care facilities, businesses, and county agencies impacted by the coronavirus emergency.  

Orange County reports 75 more cases of COVID-19

Orange County reported 75 new COVID-19 cases  Tuesday, raising the cumulative total to an even 4,500, but there were no new fatalities, leaving the death toll at 88.

States accused of fudging or bungling COVID-19 case numbers to make things look better than they are

As large parts of the U.S. ease their lockdowns against the coronavirus, public health officials in some states are being accused of bungling infection statistics or even deliberately using a little sleight of hand to make things look better than they are.

Six feet may not be far enough to stop coronavirus transmission in windy weather, study suggests

Many different factors influence how saliva droplets move through the air, including their size, how they interact with the surrounding air and the humidity and temperature of the surrounding air.

Canada, US extend border closure to non-essential travel

Canada and the US have agreed to extend their agreement to keep the border closed to non-essential travel to June 21 during the coronavirus pandemic.

'No evidence' COVID-19 can be spread in swimming pools, CDC says

There is no evidence that the virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread to people through the water in pools, hot tubs, spas, or water play areas, according to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.

Study: World carbon pollution falls 17% during pandemic peak

The world cut its daily carbon dioxide emissions by 17% at the peak of the pandemic shutdown last month, a new study found.

Ventura County seeks accelerated path to reopening

Health officials were expected to present a plan Tuesday to the Ventura County Board of Supervisors in hopes to get approval to reopen businesses, which would allow the county to fully enter the state's second stage. 

Gov. Newsom: Pro sports may return in next few weeks

California Gov. Gavin Newsom thinks pro sports could be back playing in his state — without fans — in early June.

IRS to issue coronavirus stimulus payments on prepaid debit card

The IRS and the U.S. Treasury Department will begin sending economic stimulus payments on preloaded debit cards this week, the Trump administration said on Monday.

Malaysian woman, born without arms, sews PPE with feet

A Malaysian woman born without arms has been sewing personal protective equipment for frontline workers battling the coronavirus pandemic.

Nancy Pelosi digs at Trump, calls president 'morbidly obese'

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., took a shot at President Trump's weight amid the revelation that he has been taking the anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine that he previously touted as a treatment for the coronavirus.

Man leaves $5K tip at struggling Norco restaurant

A Norco restaurant reopened this past weekend, and a customer surprised the staff by leaving a $5,000 tip.