J&J COVID-19 booster 94% effective 2 months after 1st shot, company says
Johnson & Johnson’s booster was found to be 94% effective against symptomatic COVID-19 in the U.S. two months after the first shot, the company said.
Johnson & Johnson’s booster was found to be 94% effective against symptomatic COVID-19 in the U.S. two months after the first shot, the company said.
'Mega event' rules take effect in California
New state requirements take effect for large gatherings called "mega events."
New state requirements take effect for large gatherings called "mega events."
WeHo City Council approves implementing new vaccine mandate
An emergency order making West Hollywood "vaccination-only" against COVID-19 has been given the green light to be enforced across the city.
An emergency order making West Hollywood "vaccination-only" against COVID-19 has been given the green light to be enforced across the city.
Biden will get COVID-19 booster shot on camera, White House says
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said there is no specific date set yet for when the president will receive his booster shot, but “he will do so on camera.”
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said there is no specific date set yet for when the president will receive his booster shot, but “he will do so on camera.”
COVID-19 has killed as many Americans as 1918 Spanish flu
COVID-19 has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 Spanish flu pandemic did — approximately 675,000.
COVID-19 has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 Spanish flu pandemic did — approximately 675,000.
US to require incoming foreign travelers to be vaccinated against COVID-19
Beginning in November, all foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to show proof of vaccination before boarding, as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of the flight.
Beginning in November, all foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to show proof of vaccination before boarding, as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of the flight.
California has lowest COVID case rate in the nation
The CDC credits that success on California's high vaccination rate, and the willingness of people across the state to wear masks in public.
The CDC credits that success on California's high vaccination rate, and the willingness of people across the state to wear masks in public.
Pfizer: COVID-19 vaccine works in kids ages 5 to 11, plans to seek authorization soon
Pfizer said its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon.
Pfizer said its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon.
FOX News poll: Majorities favor mask and vaccine mandates as pandemic worries increase
Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.
Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.
CDC study: Moderna vaccine most effective at preventing hospitalization
A CDC study comparing the three vaccines authorized in the U.S. found that Moderna’s is most effective at preventing hospitalization due to COVID-19.
A CDC study comparing the three vaccines authorized in the U.S. found that Moderna’s is most effective at preventing hospitalization due to COVID-19.
Chris Rock says he has COVID-19: 'Trust me, you don't want this'
Chris Rock on Sunday said he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and sent a message to anyone still on the fence: “Get vaccinated.”
Chris Rock on Sunday said he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and sent a message to anyone still on the fence: “Get vaccinated.”
CDC report: One third of COVID-19 patients report long-term symptoms
A recent CDC report found that a third of COVID-19 patients reported long-term symptoms nearly two months after testing positive for the virus.
A recent CDC report found that a third of COVID-19 patients reported long-term symptoms nearly two months after testing positive for the virus.
LA County reports first death from West Nile virus this season
The first death from West Nile virus in the 2021 season has been reported in Los Angeles County.
The first death from West Nile virus in the 2021 season has been reported in Los Angeles County.
Two of Newsom's children test positive for COVID, governor negative
Spokesperson Erin Mellon said two of Newsom's children tested positive for COVID on Thursday, though the governor, his wife, and their two other children tested negative.
Spokesperson Erin Mellon said two of Newsom's children tested positive for COVID on Thursday, though the governor, his wife, and their two other children tested negative.
LAFD firefighters file court papers challenging vaccine mandate
Court papers were filed Friday on behalf of hundreds of Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters who want a judge to set aside the city's COVID-19 vaccine requirement.
Court papers were filed Friday on behalf of hundreds of Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters who want a judge to set aside the city's COVID-19 vaccine requirement.
Mayor Breed defiant about ditching mask in San Francisco nightclub
San Francisco Mayor London Breed was caught without her mask at a jazz club, despite the city's ordinance requiring face coverings in indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed was caught without her mask at a jazz club, despite the city's ordinance requiring face coverings in indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status.
3 women assault restaurant hostess who asked for vaccination proof: Cops
Three tourists from Texas were arrested after attacking a hostess at Carmine's on the Upper West Side, said the NYPD.
Three tourists from Texas were arrested after attacking a hostess at Carmine's on the Upper West Side, said the NYPD.
FDA advisory panel OKs Pfizer COVID-19 booster for 65 and older, votes no for younger
An independent advisory panel for the FDA voted against a proposal for a booster dose of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for Americans 16 and older.
An independent advisory panel for the FDA voted against a proposal for a booster dose of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for Americans 16 and older.
LA County to require proof of vaccination for indoor bars, nightclubs, breweries
Los Angeles County is planning on issuing a new health officer order later this week that 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 for outdoor mega-events, including Dodgers, Rams and Chargers games.
Los Angeles County is planning on issuing a new health officer order later this week that 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 for outdoor mega-events, including Dodgers, Rams and Chargers games.
Return to classrooms does not mean back to normal for kids with special needs
Parents want their child to fulfill their potential and get the best education possible, but for parents of children with special needs, it can feel like a constant battle. For many of these families, the return to in-person learning does not mean a return to normal.
Parents want their child to fulfill their potential and get the best education possible, but for parents of children with special needs, it can feel like a constant battle. For many of these families, the return to in-person learning does not mean a return to normal.