Sen. Elizabeth Warren tests positive for COVID-19
The Massachusetts Democrat announced Sunday that she has contracted a breakthrough COVID-19 infection.
NFL eases COVID-19 testing protocols for asymptomatic vaccinated players
The NFL and NFLPA have agreed on a more targeted testing protocol that will only require unvaccinated players and those experiencing possible symptoms of COVID-19 to be tested.
LA County sees another spike in new COVID cases, with 3,730 reported
Los Angeles County reported 3,730 new cases of COVID-19 Saturday and 21 additional deaths associated with the virus -- the second consecutive day that saw more than 3,000 new cases after months of lower totals.
Omicron variant detected in 89 countries; WHO says cases rapidly doubling
WHO said on Saturday that omicron’s “substantial growth advantage” over the delta variant means it's likely to soon overtake delta as the dominant variant.
UCLA's basketball game against Cal Poly canceled due to COVID issues
The UCLA men's basketball game vs. Cal Poly scheduled for Wednesday at Pauley Pavilion has been canceled due to COVID-19 developments within the Bruins program, UCLA announced Saturday.
Vaccine mandate: OSHA will begin issuing citations after Jan. 10
The announcement came after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth District in Cincinnati decided that President Biden's vaccine mandate for large employers could go forward.
Vaccinated California employees face workplace restrictions
In a move criticized by business groups and hailed by labor advocates, California’s workplace regulators on Thursday extended the state’s coronavirus pandemic regulations into next year with revisions that employers said could worsen the state’s severe labor shortage.
Radio City Rockettes cancel season due to COVID outbreak
The Radio City Rockettes are canceling their entire 2021 season due to COVID-19 cases.
21 heartwarming, feel-good things that happened in 2021
From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, there were a lot of feel-good moments in 2021.
NFL reschedules several games this weekend amid COVID-19 outbreak
The COVID-19 outbreak ravaging the sports world has led the NFL to reschedule several of this weekend’s games.
UCLA men's basketball cancels second game in four days due to COVID, team activities paused
For the second time in four days, UCLA has canceled a men's basketball game due to COVID-19 developments in the program. Saturday's game against UNC has been canceled and all team-related activities have been paused.
France: 5th wave is here, New Year's concerts and fireworks banned
“The fifth wave is here and it is here in full force,” Prime Minister Jean Castex told a news conference, adding that the fast-spreading omicron variant is expected to dominate infections in France at the start of January.
Rams-Seahawks game postponed to Tuesday due to COVID
The Rams game against the Seahawks, originally scheduled for Sunday afternoon, is expected to be postponed until Tuesday. The game will be played at 4 p.m.
Pfizer testing third COVID-19 vaccine dose for kids under 5
Pfizer said its special low-dose COVID-19 vaccine didn’t have as strong an immune response as expected in 2- to 4-year-olds, and it’s now testing three doses.
LA County tightens rules for big events amid rising COVID numbers
As coronavirus cases climb in Los Angeles County, Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer announced new rules for large events that go into effect this week.
Manhattan Beach to end restaurant outdoor dining decks on streets
City officials cited congestion, traffic, parking and sanitation as some of the concerns.
Doctor who caught omicron at super spreader event says pandemic isn't just due to the unvaccinated
Debra says the blame for the ongoing pandemic should be placed on more than the unvaccinated, saying masks and other precautions need to continue to be used.
3 more Rams placed on COVID reserve; UCLA coach Mick Cronin sidelined
Rams linebacker Justin Hollins and tight ends Johnny Mundt and Jared Pinkney were all added to the team's COVID list Wednesday. UCLA men's basketball coach Mick Cronin will also not coach Wednesday's game.
SoCal holiday travel season expected to rival pre-pandemic levels
Both LAX and the Auto Club of Southern California predict this travel season to be one of the busiest in recent memory. LAX says two of the peak travel days of the season are this weekend.
Paramedics allegedly refused to enter care facility to help man who wasn't breathing
Rialto paramedics are being investigated for allegedly refusing to enter a care facility to help a man who wasn't breathing. The paramedics cited a state coronavirus guideline that doesn't seem to be in effect.