LA City Council delays indoor vaccine mandate as Buscaino withholds vote
With one member withholding his vote, the Los Angeles City Council was forced Wednesday to delay by one week a decision on a proposed ordinance that would require people to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before entering many indoor public spaces. Councilman Joe Buscaino invoked a City Council rule to withhold unanimous consent, effectively preventing the council from voting on the ordinance on its first reading. Ordinances that don't receive unanimous approval on their first reading must return for a second vote.
COVID-19 lockdowns, crowded cargo ports leading to holiday shortages
Retail experts suggest Americans should start their holiday shopping early since the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain.
COVID-19 can infect pancreatic cells that make insulin, study suggests
Since the emergence of the novel coronavirus in late 2019, research has shown that people with severe COVID-19 infection can go on to develop other health conditions like pneumonia, blood clots and as more evidence emerges, diabetes.
Bill would require US airline passengers to have COVID-19 vaccine or prove negative test
The bill, proposed by Sen. Dianne Feinstein, would require all domestic airline passengers to be fully vaccinated, submit a negative test, or show proof of full recovery from a COVID-19 infection.
United Airlines to fire 593 employees who refused COVID-19 vaccine
United Airlines said it has already begun firing hundreds of employees who have refused to get vaccinated against the novel coronavirus.
Urgent CDC advisory ‘strongly recommends’ pregnant people get COVID-19 vaccine
The CDC said it “strongly recommends” COVID-19 vaccination either before or during pregnancy because “the benefits of vaccination outweigh known or potential risks.”
USC to require students, staff be vaccinated against the flu by Nov. 1
For the second year in a row, the University of Southern California is going one step further to protect its students and staff against the flu, announcing a new mandate requiring all USC students, faculty, and staff to be vaccinated against influenza prior to Nov. 1.
YouTube bans content containing misinformation about all vaccines
YouTube is banning all anti-vaccine content on its platform, expanding beyond COVID-19 vaccines, and has also taken down several well-known channels as part of the policy.
China kills 3 pet cats that tested positive for COVID-19
Authorities in a Chinese city killed three pet cats after testing positive for COVID-19, despite an online appeal by the owner, local media reported.
Police commission president calls on LAPD employees to get vaccinated
The police commission president wasn't having it with LAPD employees turning to religion as a possible loophole to avoid getting the vaccine.
LA County vaccine mandate creating challenges for theme parks
The upcoming Los Angeles County vaccine mandate has theme park employees scrambling.
LA County vaccine mandate creating challenges for theme parks
Starting October 7, if you attend amusement parks in Los Angeles County, you?ll have to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours before entering the park. It?s a mandate that has theme park employees scrambling.
Police commission president calls on LAPD employees to get vaccinated
The police commission president wasn't having it with LAPD employees turning to religion as a possible loophole to avoid getting the vaccine.
LA may soon require proof of vaccination for indoor restaurants, gyms, entertainment venues
The Los Angeles City Council will consider an ordinance Wednesday to require people to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before entering indoor restaurants, bars, gyms, shopping centers, entertainment venues and personal care establishments beginning Nov. 4.
COVID-19-related assaults on hospital staff prompt panic buttons
Nurses and hundreds of other staff members will soon begin wearing panic buttons at a Missouri hospital where assaults on workers tripled after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children likely won't be available until November
It is possible that, depending on how quickly the FDA offers approval, the shots could become available earlier in November, according to one official.
Los Angeles may soon require proof of vaccination for indoor restaurants, gyms, entertainment venues
The Los Angeles City Council will consider an ordinance Wednesday to require people to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before entering indoor restaurants, bars, gyms, shopping centers, entertainment venues and personal care establishments beginning Nov. 4.
Lakers LeBron James confirms he received COVID-19 vaccine
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James confirmed that he has received the COVID-19 vaccine.
Pasadena issues COVID-19 vaccine mandate for bars, nightclubs, Rose Bowl
Pasadena will require proof of vaccination for indoor bars, wineries, breweries, nightclubs and lounges. The order will also require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test 72 hours prior to entry for outdoor mega-events, including events at the Rose Bowl.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar says unvaccinated NBA players should be benched
Retired NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shared his bold take when it comes to how the league should handle unvaccinated players.