US unemployment claims fall to 364,000, a new pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
Pfizer to request COVID-19 vaccine emergency approval for kids ages 5-11 by fall
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is currently authorized for use in individuals aged 12 and older
LA County residents found guilty of fraudulently taking $18M from COVID-relief programs
Four Los Angeles County residents were found guilty of illegally taking millions of dollars from COVID-19 relief programs.
New report shows best, worst California beaches for water quality
Heal the Bay released its annual report ranking hundreds of beaches in California based on pollution.
LIST: Report shows best, worst California beaches for water quality
Heal the Bay released its annual report ranking hundreds of beaches in California based on pollution.
Los Angeles County residents react to county's new mask recommendation
Angelenos shared their thoughts on the county urging everyone to mask up regardless of the resident's vaccination status.
Walmart insulin: Low-cost, private brand launched for diabetes patients
Walmart unveiled a low-cost version of analog insulin that it will sell in an effort to help Americans who struggle to pay for the diabetes drug.
LA County Public Health strongly recommends masking indoors amid Delta variant concerns
Health officials in Los Angeles County are now strongly recommending everyone – regardless of their vaccination status – to wear masks indoors in public places in the wake of the recent Delta variant spread.
Delta variant detected in Long Beach, health department says
The Long Beach Health Department is alerting the public about the discovery of the Delta variant of COVID-19 in the city.
Delta variant detected in Long Beach, health department says
The Long Beach Health Department is alerting the public about the discovery of the Delta variant of COVID-19 in the city.
Frustrated California parents plan to sue over school mask mandates: 'We're seeing our kids suffering'
Parents slammed Governor Gavin Newsom, calling him a "fake governor" for not following the the science for "most" of the pandemic.
LA County votes to extend eviction moratorium through Sept. 30
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to extend a local rent eviction moratorium through Sept. 30.
Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines likely offer long-lasting protection, study finds
A study found that immune cells were still being churned out to fight the virus nearly four months after receiving the first dose of an mRNA vaccine.
Puerto Rico to receive nearly $4B in US pandemic relief funds
Strict conditions had prevented the U.S. territory from receiving certain federal funds in a timely manner under the Trump administration, but these have been easing under President Biden.
Salmonella outbreak linked to frozen cooked shrimp, CDC says
The CDC has linked frozen cooked shrimp to a Salmonella outbreak that has sicked multiple people. The shrimp is now recalled nationwide.
As delta variant rises globally, US targeting younger adults for vaccines
Several countries are reinstating safety measures as the delta variant continues to spread. And in the U.S., the Biden administration is now targeting a group dubbed “the movable middle” to get vaccinated.
US blood banks hit ‘unprecedented’ critical shortage
The American Red Cross and other organizations are warning Americans about a critical blood shortage and are soliciting donations to help increase the supply.
Delta variant: WHO urges vaccinated people to still wear masks, distance
As the delta variant of COVID-19 continues to spread globally, WHO officials are pleading for a more equitable distribution of vaccines and for those who have been vaccinated to remain “appropriately cautious.”
Struggling LA residents describe eviction moratorium as lifesaver during pandemic
Two people LA County residents share their perspectives hoping to generate a better understanding amongst people about the need for the moratorium.
Drinking 3 to 4 cups of coffee a day reduces risk of liver cancer, study suggests
A recent study suggests drinking between three to four cups of coffee a day decreases the chances of someone who has chronic liver disease from developing cancer or other more severe illnesses as a result of the disease.