College students frustrated over remote learning

Arturo Ceceña is a junior at California State University Northridge. When asked to comment on his virtual learning experience at the huge university he said, “I’m not one for online classes. I love to be going to class physically…. being interactive and being social with my professor and classmates. That’s the person I am.”

ACLU sues OC Sheriff, demanding release of inmates during COVID-19 pandemic

The American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California filed a federal lawsuit on Thursday against the Orange County sheriff to force him and the county to reduce the jails population to better implement social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Laguna Hills drops coronavirus hotel lawsuit

Laguna Hills officials announced they have dismissed their lawsuit to block the county from using a state and federal program to house transients infected with COVID-19 at a hotel in the city.

Coronavirus testing sites open to general public

The line of cars wrapped around the block twice at the Warner Center COVID-19 free testing center for Los  Angeles city residents, who can now get tested even if they are showing no symptoms of the virus.

Mayor Garcetti announces partnership with L.A. Compact to support class of 2020

Spring is often times referred to as prom and graduation season… but due to the coronavirus pandemic the class of 2020 is experiencing a very unique year. 

Orange County officials upset after Gov. Newsom announces closure of beaches

Officials in Orange County are expressing their concerns after Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday the closure of all beaches in the county. 

Social distancing, face coverings at essential businesses the 'new normal' in LA County

Social distancing and wearing masks at essential businesses is “the new normal” in Los Angeles County, at least for the “foreseeable future,” the county's Public Health Director, Dr.

Social distancing, masks in public is the new normal in LA County
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Social distancing and wearing masks at essential businesses is the new normal in Los Angeles County, according to the county's Public Health Director, Dr. Barbara Ferrer.

Gov. Newsom announces temporary hard closure of Orange County beaches

In the continued fight against COVID-19, Gov. Gavin Newsom imposed a temporary hard closure of all Orange County beaches after seeing images of large crowds last weekend.

NASCAR to resume season May 17 with seven races in 10 days

NASCAR joins the UFC as the first major sports organizations to announce specific return to play plans since the coronavirus pandemic shut down U.S. sports in mid-March, according to AP.

Job Finder: Text to find and apply to jobs at Walmart, Lowe’s

Unemployment numbers are at an all-time high due to coronavirus. But Walmart and Lowe's are looking for essential employees, and it’s so easy, you can apply right from your phone – by text!

Heroes Among Us: Vietnam refugees pay it forward and honor the past on 45th anniversary of Fall of Saigon

It's been 45 years since the Fall of Saigon and Vietnam refugees are honoring the day by paying it forward by feeding healthcare professionals working the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. 

101-year-old man beats COVID-19, celebrates birthday at Minneapolis VA

It was a rare, bright moment on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle on Tuesday. The medical staff at the VA in Minneapolis marked Sammy Nilva’s 101st birthday before sending him home with his symptoms no longer requiring hospitalization.

US intel: Coronavirus not manmade, still studying lab theory

In recent days the Trump administration has sharpened his rhetoric on China, accusing the geopolitical foe and vital trading partner of failing to do act swiftly enough to stop the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 or sound the alarm to the world about the outbreak, according to the Associated Press.

Remdesivir could be promising drug to treat coronavirus: report

Scientists on Wednesday announced the first effective treatment against the coronavirus — an experimental drug that can speed the recovery of COVID-19 patients — in a major medical advance that came as the economic gloom caused by the scourge deepened in the U.S. and Europe.