NFL Players Association urges change to league's concussion protocol
The NFL Players Association has urged the league to implement changes to its concussion protocol in time to protect players in this weekend’s games.
Juul cancels plan to expand outside US, to lay off staff: report
Juul has been in a dispute with the FDA, which tried to ban the e-cigarette maker’s products earlier this year over questions about its potential health risks.
LA County health says extra care needed to avoid winter surge in COVID cases
With winter months and colder weather approaching, Los Angeles County's health director urged residents to receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot to fend off what could be another jump in transmission.
Barbara Ferrer discusses bivalent booster, love for Bad Bunny
Barbara Ferrer discussed bivalent booster and her concerns with the lack of public interest in electing for the jab. On a lighter note, she opened up about her love for Reggaeton megastar Bad Bunny.
Californians see little relief over gas prices
A 33-day streak of increases that pushed the average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County to records each of the past three days ended Thursday with a decrease of three-tenths of a cent to $6.491.
Gas prices continue to rise
The average price rose $1.248 over the past 33 days, including a half-cent Wednesday, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service.
Inflation relief checks disbursement begins Friday
Millions of eligible Californians will start receiving inflation relief payments in the form of debit cards or direct deposits beginning Oct. 7.
How petting dogs could improve your attention span and motivation
Researchers concluded that the brain stimulation felt by regularly petting a dog could translate to improved cognitive function down the road.
Kyiv’s city council to give out potassium iodide pills in case of Russian nuclear attack
While analysts believe the chance of a nuclear attack by Russia is fairly low, President Vladimir Putin’s vow to use “all the means at our disposal” is putting officials on high alert.
Wildlife agencies finding elevated 'forever chemicals' in deer, fish
The discovery is prompting health advisories in parts of the country where hunting and fishing are ways of life and key pieces of the economy.
Eating pumpkin may help you look younger and lose weight, experts say
Pumpkin might be fall's favorite fruit, but it's also packed with vitamins and minerals that can help improve your health.
Eviction moratorium: LA City votes to end COVID renter eviction protection
The moratorium will end Jan. 31, 2023. Tenants who have missed payments since March 2020 would have to meet two re-payment deadlines.
Several LA County beaches under high bacteria warning
Five beaches in Los Angeles County are under a high bacteria warning and those planning to visit are advised to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in the water.
Inflation relief checks start coming out this week
Millions of eligible Californians could start getting payments as early as Oct. 7.
Gas prices rising across US
The national average price is 5.8 cents more than one week ago, 1.6 cents higher than one month ago and 60.5 cents greater than one year ago.
Karl-Anthony Towns rejoins Timberwolves after being hospitalized with undisclosed illness
Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns was back at Mayo Clinic Square with his team for the first time on Monday after being hospitalized with a non COVID-19 illness.
California becomes 1st in US to include fentanyl testing in ER screenings
SB-864 or "Tyler's Law" requires that hospitals must include a test for fentanyl whenever they do a drug screening test or urine drug screening test.
Regular 'micro breaks' at work could boost energy levels, study suggests
Breaks of 10 minutes or less reduced fatigue and helped employees take on their tasks with more vigor, according to the study published in the journal PLOS One.
Monkeypox outbreak may have peaked in US, but still widespread: officials
The virus has mainly spread among gay and bisexual men, though health officials continue to stress that anyone can be infected.
Acetaminophen during pregnancy may be linked to attention and sleep problems in young children: New study
A new study suggests a connection between pregnant women's use of acetaminophen and young children's behavioral issues.