Interview: Dr. Barbara Ferrer answers viewers' questions, Part 2/3
The leader of Los Angeles County's health department answers YOUR questions during FOX 11's special report.
US suicides fell nearly 6% in 2020, defying COVID-19 pandemic expectations
The number of U.S. suicides fell nearly 6% last year amid the coronavirus pandemic — the largest annual decline in at least four decades, according to preliminary government data.
COVID vaccine appointments become readily available in LA County; officials blame scheduling, not demand
The Cal State LA mass vaccination site had quite a mess on its hands. Too many people showed up for their COVID-19 vaccine.
Health experts worry COVID-19 vaccine skepticism could put herd immunity at risk
Millions of Americans have been vaccinated, but recent polling found that 25% of Americans don’t plan on getting a COVID-19 vaccine, putting the possibility of herd immunity at risk.
Long Beach offers walk-up COVID-19 vaccine appointments for residents aged 16 and older
Long Beach residents aged 16 and older can immediately get vaccinated against COVID-19, with the city announcing Thursday it will offer doses on a walk-up basis at the Long Beach Convention Center.
Workers protest announced Kroger store closures amid 'Hero Pay' ordinance
A large group of protesters gathered on Thursday afternoon amid the announced closure of Food 4 Less in East Hollywood. It is one of the three Kroger stores in the Los Angeles area set to close due to a "Hero Pay" ordinance.
CDC director says youth sports, extracurricular activities 'should be limited'
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walensky on Monday said youth sports and other extracurricular activities "should be limited" amid the coronavirus pandemic, saying outbreaks in young people have stemmed from those activities.
Vaccination site closes after adverse reactions to Johnson & Johnson vaccine: report
A vaccination site in Colorado closed early Wednesday after a "limited number" of people began having adverse reactions to the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, resulting in hundreds of people who waited in line for hours being sent home without receiving a shot.
More than a third of COVID-19 survivors suffer neurological and psychiatric effects, study finds
A new study shows that more than one in three COVID-19 survivors may suffer from longer-term neurological and psychiatric effects from the virus.
Royal Caribbean cancels cruises through June 30
However, the new cancellations exclude sailings onboard Quantum, Spectrum, Voyager, Anthem, Adventure, Vision, Jewel, and Odyssey of the Seas.
LA City Council calls on governor to close Playa Del Rey gas facility
The Los Angeles City Council has called on Gov. Gavin Newsom to close the Playa del Rey natural gas storage facility, which experts believe is at high risk for tsunamis, wildfire and endangering residents.
Unemployment claims jump to 744,000 as layoffs persist amid pandemic
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week to 744,000, signaling that many employers are still cutting jobs.
LA County reports first case of South African COVID-19 variant
Cases rates have been increasing in numerous other states, raising the danger of people traveling outside the area or visitors coming to the Southland and bringing infections with them.
Parents file first of its kind personal injury lawsuit against UTLA, LAUSD over school closures
Parents in Los Angeles are suing the L.A. Unified School District and the teachers union (UTLA) for continued school closures during the pandemic, alleging that their children have suffered emotionally and academically.
California tracking at least six COVID-19 variants as health experts urge precautions
Health officials in the state of California are tracking at least six COVID-19 variants, according to Governor Gavin Newsom.
#ShotforSam: Samuel Adams offering free beer to people who get COVID-19 vaccine
The Samuel Adams brewing company is offering the first 10,000 people who share photo proof that they received the COVID-19 vaccine $7 to redeem a free beer.
Moderna prepared to provide booster shots for protection against COVID-19 variants by end of 2021
Moderna’s Chief Medical Officer Tal Zaks said the company should be able to provide booster shots for protection against COVID-19 variants by the end of 2021.
NBA to use COVID-19 health screening technology at US arenas in effort to bring more fans back
The NBA on Wednesday announced a new partnership that will make COVID-19 health screening technology available to all 30 teams and their arenas.
FEMA will cover up to $9,000 in COVID-19 funeral expenses, application opens next week
The agency announced Wednesday it will cover up to $9,000 per funeral and that the application for reimbursement will open on Monday, April 12, 2021.
Biden open to ‘good-faith negotiations’ on proposed $2.3T infrastructure plan amid GOP criticism
President Joe Biden on Wednesday said he’s open to negotiations on his proposed $2.3 trillion U.S. infrastructure plan that would largely be funded by an increase in corporate taxes.