Microsoft, Oracle, Salesforce join effort to develop COVID-19 vaccination digital passport
The technology would allow individuals to obtain a copy of their immunization records through a digital wallet of their choice, such as Apple Wallet or Google Pay, while those without smartphones would receive paper printed with QR codes containing verifiable credentials.
Allegations of unused vaccines being tossed prompt outrage
Allegations of the highly-sought COVID-19 vaccines being thrown away have prompted outrage.
Company selling body bags sees demand spike amid COVID-19 surge
A company in Laguna Hills is seeing the demand for body bags spike during SoCal's COVID-19 surge.
Allegations of unused vaccines being tossed prompt outrage
Allegations of the highly-sought COVID-19 vaccines being thrown away is prompting outrage from TMZ's Harvey Levin and LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn.
Popular pet food products recalled in Dec. 2020 being blamed for deaths of 70 dogs, sickening dozens others
A popular pet food product that was recalled just days ago is being blamed for the deaths of at least 70 dogs.
Long Beach rolls out Phase 2 of COVID-19 vaccine plan
Long Beach is now in the second phase of its COVID-19 vaccine rollout
$15 an hour minimum wage: Biden pushes for urgent increase amid COVID-19 pandemic
During his announcement of the “American Rescue Plan,” President-elect Joe Biden pushed for the minimum wage in the United States to be raised to at least $15 an hour.
Clearing up the confusion: Who can get a COVID-19 vaccine in LA County
Mayor Eric Garcetti clarified that there are only two groups in Los Angeles that are prioritized to receive the vaccine… healthcare workers and seniors living in skilled nursing facilities.
Biden unveils $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus plan, including $1,400 stimulus checks
President-elect Joe Biden is unveiling a $1.9 trillion coronavirus plan aimed at speeding up the vaccine rollout and providing financial help to individuals, states and local governments and businesses.
Disneyland Resort to end annual pass program
Disneyland Resort has announced plans to end its annual passholder program.
COVID hospital numbers stabilize, but LA County officials say spikes is still possible
Hospitalization numbers continued to ease slightly in Los Angeles County, although health officials warn that COVID-19 admissions could spike again in response to holiday gatherings.
All Riverside County residents over 65 can get COVID-19 vaccine
Starting Jan. 14, people aged 65 and older can begin getting vaccinated against COVID-19 in Riverside County.
Gut bacteria may influence COVID-19 severity and immune response, study suggests
Gut bacteria may impact the severity of COVID-19, as well as the body’s immune response to the virus, a new study suggests. Imbalances in type and volume of bacteria may also be tied to “long-haul” COVID.
NC nurse who works in COVID-19 unit wins $1 million in state lottery
A North Carolina nurse who works in the COVID unit won a $1 million prize in the state’s lottery.
Jobless claims jump to 965,000 as COVID-19 pandemic takes toll
The number of people seeking unemployment aid soared last week to 965,000, the most since late August and evidence that the resurgent virus has caused a spike in layoffs.
Worksite COVID-19 outbreaks soar as virus surge continues in LA County
COVID-19 outbreaks at workplaces have soared dramatically in recent weeks in response to rising community transmission, LA County health officials said Wednesday.
LAPD Sergeant dies from COVID-19 complications
A Los Angeles Police Department sergeant has died of complications from COVID-19, Chief Michel Moore announced Wednesday.
$2,000 checks: Biden to release stimulus package plan
On Monday, Biden maintained that getting money into the hands of Americans is a top priority when he takes office.
'He had a great spirit': Family remembers Simi Valley teen who passed from COVID-19
A Simi Valley family is grieving after 15-year-old Braden Wilson, passed away from MIS-C, a rare condition in children linked to COVID-19.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County defying all odds during COVID-19 pandemic
With so much stacked up against it, the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County keeps trucking, committed to ending hunger one can of food at a time.