4 residents of LA, Orange Counties among $50,000 vaccine incentive winners
Three people from Los Angeles County and one person from Orange County were selected in the first round of California's vaccine lottery on Friday.
Restaurant labor shortage may force higher wages for workers
Critics claim unemployment benefits are keeping people out of the restaurant workforce. But workers and labor organizers say that the reality is more complex, and that food service workers haven't been paid a living wage.
Could we see a fourth stimulus check? Where payments stand
So far, over 2 million people have signed an online Change.org petition calling for recurring $2,000 per month payments.
May jobs report: US adds modest 559,000 jobs amid hiring struggles
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
California workplace rules: Masks required, unless everyone is vaccinated
California employees will soon be able to skip masks in the workplace, but only if every employee in the room is fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.
Longtime LA radio host recovers from COVID-19 with beloved 'Tank' by his side
The longtime radio host says his 185-pound dog refuses to leave his side.
Longtime LA radio host recovers from COVID-19 with beloved 'Tank' by his side
Kevin "Slow Jammin'" James was not alone in his battle with COVID-19. His beloved big dog Tank was by his side during the grueling recovery.
Cal-OSHA pulls a 180°, now says yes to requiring all workers to wear masks if 1 employee is unvaccinated
Less than an hour after rejecting new proposed rules that would require all workers to wear masks if one person at the business is unvaccinated, workplace regulators made a complete 180-degree pivot Thursday night, giving the proposal the green light.
California to pay $2M church legal fees over virus closures
The state of California has agreed not to impose greater coronavirus restrictions on church gatherings than it does on retail establishments in a pair of settlements that provide more than $2 million in fees to lawyers who challenged the rules as a violation of religious freedom.
California will allow to-go cocktails and outdoor dining expansions to stay after economy reopens
"The pandemic may be going away... but your to-go cocktails don’t have to!" California will allow outdoor dining expansions and to-go cocktails to stay after the state fully reopens on June 15.
Sneak peek at Disney's highly-anticipated Avengers Campus
Disney California Adventure Park’s new Superhero land is about to debut to the public, featuring an action-packed Spider-Man ride, lab-created culinary masterpieces and interactive experiences for the next generation of Superheros.
Cal-OSHA to extend mask wearing guidelines in workplace settings
As people start returning to work again, many are wondering if they can ditch the face masks for good.
Cal OSHA extends mask wearing until at least the end of July
Cal OSHA says there are still some health rules that'll remain in place for a while longer.
Los Angeles County summer jobs program for underserved youth begins
Los Angeles County is looking for employers and prospective workers to participate in Youth@Work, a regional program to prepare underserved youth for jobs and careers in the local reopening economy, officials said Wednesday.
Walmart, AT&T offer affordable internet to those impacted by COVID-19
Walmart and AT&T teamed up to offer affordable internet to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic through the FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program.
Universal Studios Hollywood looking to fill more than 2,000 jobs
Universal Studios Hollywood announced on Tuesday it is looking to fill more than 2,000 jobs at the Universal City theme park, with a wide variety of full-time, part-time, seasonal and professional positions available.
Ventura County moves into California's least-restrictive yellow tier
Ventura County became eligible to move into the yellow tier, California’s least restrictive on the state’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, which eases more rules for businesses amid the ongoing pandemic, health officials announced Tuesday.
Scores of beach-goers packed SoCal coastline for Memorial Day weekend
Scores of beach-goers flocked to Southland beaches for Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of the summer season. Many brought elaborate set-ups complete with tents, rugs and grills.
Hospital faces lawsuit over coronavirus vaccination mandate
The hospital gave employees a June 7 deadline to receive the vaccine or risk suspension and termination, the lawsuit claims.
More LA County library branches set to reopen for in-person service starting June 7
The Los Angeles County Library has announced plans to reopen 21 more libraries and three bookmobiles for select in-person services beginning in early June.