Texas DA to drop murder charges against woman after self-induced abortion
According to the DA, a review of applicable Texas law showed that Lizelle Herrera “cannot and should not be prosecuted for the allegation against her.”
California's first genetically modified mosquitoes may soon be released
How would you feel about a few genetically engineered mosquitoes flying into your neighborhood?
‘Scientific reasons’ may explain why women are colder than men, doctor reveals on TikTok
TikTok’s “resident surgeon” explained in a video why some women may actually, in fact, be colder than men.
'Restaurants for Recovery' offering specials to raise money for scholarships, mental health education
A local nonprofit is teaming up with local restaurants to raise money for treatment scholarships and mental health education.
Father breaks record running half marathon pushing quintuplets
Chad Kempel, a father of seven, crossed the finish line in two hours and 19 minutes. And he did it all while pushing his five 4-year-olds.
The difference between COVID-19 symptoms and seasonal allergies
A chart from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows there are several overlapping symptoms between the two, but the more severe symptoms are more associated with COVID-19.
'The Color Orange': Young LA author puts spotlight on autism in new book
April is National Autism Awareness Month and a young author is hoping to spread awareness through a new book.
Biden ‘has not ruled out’ canceling student loan debts, White House says
Press Secretary Jen Psaki made the comment the same day the Biden administration announced plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31
Fauci expects uptick in COVID-19 cases in coming weeks, another surge in the fall
Dr. Anthony Fauci noted an increase in COVID-19 cases could come “over the next couple of weeks” potentially fueled by the high transmissibility of BA.2 — a subvariant of the omicron variant.
Hayward boy's dream to go to Disney comes true - and then some
A Hayward boy with a rare form of cancer who dreamed of going to Disney World will be soon going to the Happiest Place on Earth and fundraising efforts to send him there will also help other children realize their wishes, too.
Zoos move birds indoors as avian flu spreads in North America
Birds can spread the virus through droppings and nasal discharge. Experts say it can be spread through contaminated equipment, clothing, boots and vehicles carrying supplies.
Shanghai using robot dogs, drones to issue COVID lockdown commands
People in China’s business capital and most populous city have grown frustrated over the government’s effort to contain a spreading COVID outbreak.
Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19
Her upcoming trip to Asian has also been canceled.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for COVID-19, her deputy chief of staff Drew Hammill tweeted Thursday.
After multiple miscarriages, author creates inspiring postcards to help others
Baily Henry says more information is given to patients about pregnancies, Botox and even those buying a car— but little material is handed out to women going through a miscarriage.
Lack of sleep linked to more belly fat, study finds
A new study from the Mayo Clinic concludes that a lack of sleep is directly linked to more belly fat. Study participants who slept less ate about 300 calories more per day and gained about 1.1 pounds.
Student loan repayments: White House to extend pandemic pause through Aug. 31
U.S. student loan payments were scheduled to resume on May 1 after being halted since early in the COVID-19 pandemic.
LA County, not Sheriff Villanueva, will now have power to enforce LASD vaccine mandate
The decision on whether and how to discipline sheriff's deputies for not complying with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate now rests with the county personnel director.
Carnival Cruise Line reports best-ever booking week after CDC drops COVID cruise ship warning
Just days after the CDC lifted its COVID travel warning for cruises two years into the pandemic, Carnival Cruise Line reported its best-ever booking week in the company's history.
Invasive ‘jumping worms’ spreading across US
The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association said that the worms are spreading through the transfer of mulch, compost, leaf litter and plants.