Man charged with coughing in Chicago cops’ faces and saying he had coronavirus

Anthony Ponzi is charged with two felony counts of aggravated battery to a peace officer and several misdemeanor charges, including battery DUI and resisting arrest, Chicago police said.

Fire department hands out free meals for truck drivers in Arkansas

With many restaurants closing their doors, some firefighters in Arkansas have taken it upon themselves to help feed truckers whose meal options are dwindling.

Who is eligible for coronavirus testing in Los Angeles?

Due to the limited availability of coronavirus testing kits, the city of Los Angeles is only offering testing to residents who are most at risk of contracting COVID-19, it was announced Monday.

Some SoCal beaches closed by officials to deter crows amid coronavirus outbreak

Sunshine lured crowds to California beaches and parks on Sunday despite a statewide stay-at-home order, prompting more closures as officials announced plans to ramp up testing procedures for the coronavirus.

Quarantine centers open for COVID-19 patients in L.A. County

Starting Monday, healthcare workers in Southern California will have new resources to treat people who may have COVID-19.

Loss of taste, smell could be telltale sign of coronavirus

The loss of the ability to smell or taste could be a sign that an individual has coronavirus, according to a recent report.

Tito's Handmade Vodka set to begin production on hand sanitizer

While Tito's Handmade Vodka is still advising people to not use its standard vodka product as hand sanitizer, the company says its distillery is set to begin production on making actual hand sanitizer that adheres to industry and government guidelines.

Trump: Hanes 'retrofitting' plants to make medical masks, distilleries producing hand sanitizer

President Trump said during a Saturday afternoon briefing that Hanes clothing company will be "retrofitting" its means of production to help supply much-needed medical face masks.

Critical shortage of protective gear for health care workers in Montebello

Doctors and health care workers say the need for masks and other protective gear is becoming critical. And volunteers are now stepping in to help.    

Mayor Garcetti: 'Your decision to not physically distance yourself may kill someone'

If you have been living under a rock, you would’ve thought it was a typical sunny weekend at the beach. The LA County coastline was packed with people ignoring the mandate to social-distance and congesting the bike path, beaches, and hiking trails.

Garcetti announces further public closures, including Venice Beach Boardwalk

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on Sunday announced further public area closures -- including the Venice Beach Boardwalk -- as part of the social distancing measures being taken to curtail the spread of coronavirus.  

Health officials confirm first COVID-19 death in Ventura County

On Sunday, Ventura County Public Health officials have confirmed its first death and four new cases of COVID-19 bringing the total to 30 positive cases.

Restaurant including toilet paper roll with every takeout order

A suburban Chicago restaurant is offering a unique perk with every to-go order in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak: a roll of toilet paper.