Dr. Sanam Hafeez on things parents should know about TikTok
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The Special Report was joined by psychologist Dr. Sanam Hafeez as she breaks down things all parents should know regarding TikTok, including the mental health toll it could take on kids.

Opera conveys living with mental illness
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Shining the light on schizophrenia, An esteemed USC law professor is the subject of a new opera that was performed at UCLA?s Semel Institute and is now online for all to see. Christina Pascucci spoke to that professor, as well as the composer behind the opera.

Laura Cabanillas on eating disorders surging in summers
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Laura Cabanillas, clinical director of Eating Recovery Center, explains why summer tends to bring in more reported eating disorders.

Changing children's lives one doll at a time
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A woman is on a mission to create dolls for kids who look just like the kids who receive them.

As we fall back, here's how much sleep your state gets

A study from the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women’s Hospital finds that sleep patterns vary by state, with differences in how long and when people sleep.

Former LA meteorologist's breast cancer warning
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Former Los Angeles meteorologist Jacqueline Bennett shares lesser-known warnings for women about breast cancer.

Popular food influencer dies after giving birth to first child at home

Beloved food influencer Stacey Hatfield, 30, has died after experiencing an “extremely rare complication" just hours after giving birth to her son.

Many restaurant owners considering raising prices to keep up with inflation

Diners already concerned about the cost of eating out may be disappointed to learn that many restaurants are considering raising prices to keep up with inflated food and drink costs.

Parents protest outside Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, alleging mistreatment and patient deaths

Several parents gathered outside Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, accusing the hospital of negligence, mistreatment, and withholding medical records after their children were allegedly harmed or died under its care.

California to sell low-cost insulin
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Californians will be able to buy five packs of insulin pens for a maximum of $55 per pack, or $11 per pen, starting Jan. 1, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday.?

Newsom announces Californians can buy insulin pens for $55 a pack

Californians will be able to buy five packs of insulin pens for a maximum of $55 per pack, or $11 per pen, starting Jan. 1, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday. 

Bringing awareness to PCOS
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Good Day LA is helping raising awareness about the hormonal disorder.

Toxic lead concerns in protein powders
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A new Consumer Report investigation many top-selling protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead.

LA County reports 1st local dengue case of 2025

The patient, who did not travel to an area with endemic dengue, is currently recovering.

More cinnamon brands recalled due to elevated lead levels, FDA says

There is currently no FDA limit for heavy metals in spices. However, the agency has set a limit of 1 part per million of lead in candy likely to be consumed by small children.

Protein powders, shakes contain high lead levels, analysis found

A new Consumer Reports investigation found protein powders and shakes have a concerning level of lead. Here are the products that were tested and what CR found.

IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know

Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?