Selena Gomez and J.Lo to headline COVID-19 vaccine concert for poor nations
The concert is part of a campaign to help medical workers in the world’s poorest countries quickly receive COVID-19 vaccines. Foo Fighters, Eddie Vedder, J Balvin and H.E.R. are also performing.
California orders pause of J&J vaccine on US recommendation
California state officials directed counties and other providers on Tuesday to pause use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine as recommended by the federal government as agencies examine a possible and rare side effect that can cause blood clots.
ArcLight Cinemas, Pacific Theatres closing permanently
COVID-19 claims yet another Southen California institution.
J&J COVID-19 vaccine pause: What to know if you received shot, have future appointment and more
What should you do if you got the J&J COVID-19 vaccine, or have an appointment to get one? Here’s what you need to know.
LAUSD begins welcoming back students after extended campus closures
For the first time in more than a year, some Los Angeles Unified schools reopened for in-person classes Tuesday, amid rigorous safety standards and upgraded campus sanitation measures, although many parents are opting to keep their kids learning from home.
California lifts COVID-19 limits on indoor worship services
California lifted its limits on indoor worship services in the face of U.S. Supreme Court rulings that struck down the coronavirus public health mandates.
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events. The postponed ceremonies and pent-up demand now mean more competition for booking services and venues.
Airbnb blocks some one-night rentals for July Fourth weekend to stop parties
Airbnb announced Monday it is blocking people from booking one-night reservations for houses in Los Angeles and throughout the U.S. during the Fourth of July weekend in an effort to stop people from throwing unauthorized parties.
Study: 1 in 3 COVID-19 survivors develop mental health problems within 6 months
A new study shows COVID-19 affects the mind and the brain in significant ways after researchers found a third of people who survive the virus develop mental health or brain disorders they never had before.
Newsom: CA sees lowest positivity rate since start of COVID pandemic
Newsom said the state's positivity rate fell to 1.5%, another indicator the state is moving in the right direction as it continues to reopen around the state.
Los Angeles County to modify health order, adding guidance for live events, conferences
Los Angeles County health officials Monday said they would be modifying the county's health officer order this week to add guidance for live indoor events and conferences.
County relocating COVID-19 vaccination site in east Los Angeles
The county-run COVID-19 vaccination site at the El Sereno Recreation Center will close at the end of the day Tuesday and will be replaced starting Wednesday by a new vaccine clinic at Eugene A. Obregon Park in East Los Angeles.
White House issuing reports on US states' infrastructure needs amid push for $2.3T plan
President Joe Biden is scheduled to meet Monday with Republican and Democratic lawmakers and can use the state-by-state summaries to show that his plan would help meet their constituents' needs.
Knott’s Berry Farm announces reopening date of May 21
Knott's Berry Farm officials said Monday that the 100-year-old theme park will reopen to the general public on May 21 with limited capacity and new reservation requirements.
Magic Mountain COVID-19 vaccine site to close, but 2 more sites opening
With Six Flags Magic Mountain back in business, the large-scale COVID-19 vaccination site operated by the county in the theme park's parking lot will close next week and be replaced by a pair of smaller locations.
City of Los Angeles to offer COVID-19 vaccines to those 16 and up starting Tuesday
Residents age 16 and over will be able to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as early as Tuesday at city-run sites in Los Angeles, officials said.
Actress' family awarded $29.5M after allergic reaction to peanut butter pretzel caused brain damage
The family of Chantel Giacalone was awarded $29.5 million when a jury found that the responding ambulance service negligently treated her allergic reaction to a peanut butter pretzel.
Application period opens to access funds from FEMA to reimburse COVID-19-related funeral expenses
Beginning Monday, people can apply for financial help for funeral expenses from coronavirus deaths through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program, the L.A. County Office of Emergency Management said.
ABC Unified elementary, middle school students returns to in-person classes
Elementary and middle school students in the ABC Unified School District who selected to return to in-person instruction will return to the classroom on Monday.
Near-universal mask use could save 14,000 lives from COVID-19 in US by August, according to model
A new model suggests that if 95% of Americans wear a mask, 14,000 lives could be saved over the summer from COVID-19 in the United States.