Remembering the Armenian Genocide during the coronavirus pandemic

Friday marks the 105th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and commemorative events will be altered due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

Man in quarantine watches birth of his first child via Zoom

“It’s hard to put into words what it’s like having a baby during the coronavirus pandemic. But it has really enabled us to put this whole thing into perspective,” Stephanie Gandelman, the child’s mother, told Storyful.

California cities project 2-year losses of $6.7 billion due to coronavirus pandemic

California’s 482 cities say they will collectively lose $6.7 billion over the next two years because of the coronavirus pandemic, prompting layoffs and furloughs for public workers and potential cuts to basic services such as sanitation, public safety and housing.

US coronavirus deaths surpass 50,000, according to Johns Hopkins

The number of people who have died from COVID-19 surpassed 50,000 on April 24, according to the most recent data from Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.

California temporarily suspends 10-cent grocery bag charge amid coronavirus crisis

Californians won’t be charged 10 cents per bag at the grocery store and retailers can again hand out thinner, single-use plastic bags under an executive order signed Thursday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Conservative group sues to stop California aid to undocumented immigrants

Newsom is offering $500 apiece to 150,000 unemployed adults who were left out of the stimulus package approved by Congress because of their immigration status.

LA Dodgers, Smart & Final team up to surprise shoppers with free groceries

The Los Angeles Dodgers, Smart & Final, and the LA Dodgers Foundation teamed up on Thursday to surprise customers in Watts by paying for their grocery bills.

Anaheim nursing facility hammered by COVID-19 cases

Nearly 50 patients and employees at the Anaheim Healthcare Center have been diagnosed with the coronavirus, including two who died, a city official said Thursday.

LA City councilman proposes using federal stimulus funds to buy distressed properties for homeless housing

Landlords in Venice are calling Los Angeles City Councilman Mike Bonin “exploitative” and “predatory” after Bonin pitched a proposal to use federal stimulus money to buy up distressed properties that go “belly up” and turn them around into housing for the homeless.

Veterinarian explains why 2 NY house cats may have become infected with COVID-19

“It's shocking, it’s surprising… it’s scary to think," Animal trainer Laura Nativo said on this Sunday’s FOX 11 News In-Depth show reacting to the news that two house cats from different parts of New York state tested positive for COVID-19.

Hermosa Beach group urges LA County supervisors to reopen beaches

Southern California is known for its beautiful beaches. And there’s no better place to be when hot weather hits. But try to escape the heat here ... and you’ll still find closed signs throughout LA County. 

Antibody testing for COVID-19: California isn't ready to release it to the public, only for use in studies

Governor Gavin Newsom announced the expansion of coronavirus testing, even saying the findings will help decide when to ease the state’s stay at home orders.  But when it comes to serology, or antibody testing, which the FDA is giving waivers for, California is not ready to use it for more than studies.

FOX feeding families with disabilities during COVID-19 pandemic

In a partnership with the City of Los Angeles, FOX is feeding thousands of people with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.