Bringing back TV audiences during COVID-19 pandemic

Casting companies say being a TV audience is "probably safer" than going out for groceries.

Los Angeles County COVID cases continue rising; holidays could worsen matters

Los Angeles County continues to see an upward surge in COVID-19 cases, with the daily number of new cases rising to levels not seen since a mid-summer spike.

Fed signals readiness to do more for economy in grip of pandemic

The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate at a record low near zero Thursday and signaled its readiness to do more if needed to support an economy under threat from a worsening coronavirus pandemic.

LA County remains on state's most restrictive tier as COVID-19 cases spike

Los Angeles County remains stuck in the most restrictive tier of the state's coronavirus reopening plan thanks to an increase in cases, with the county reporting the highest daily number of new COVID-19 infections in more than two months.

AstraZeneca plans to deliver vaccine trial data by year's end

AstraZeneca hopes to show its COVID-19 vaccine is effective by the end of this year and is ramping up manufacturing so it can supply hundreds of millions of doses in January, Chief Executive Pascal Soriot said Thursday.

751,000 seek unemployment benefits as pandemic hobbles US economy

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell slightly last week to 751,000, a still-historically high level that shows that many employers keep cutting jobs in the face of the accelerating pandemic.

Coronavirus cases on the rise across the globe
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Health officials say coronavirus cases are not only on the rise in California, but all around the world.

McConnell promises COVID-19 stimulus as he maintains seat

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., promised that approval of a new coronavirus relief package by the end of the year can be reached as lawmakers are set to return to work following Tuesday’s elections.

Huntington Beach restaurant embraces anti-mask stance
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Basilico?s Pasta e Vino Restaurant in Huntington Beach is known for its delicious pasta and its rebellious owner, Tony Roman.

US surpasses 100,000 COVID-19 cases in single day for 1st time

The U.S. reported more than topped 100,000 new daily COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, setting a new record for cases in a single day as the country awaits the outcome of the presidential race.

IRS warns of new COVID-related scam

The Internal Revenue Service, state tax agencies and the tax industry on Wednesday warned of a new text scam created by thieves that attempts to trick people into disclosing bank account information under the guise of receiving the $1,200 Economic Impact Payment.   

L.A. Council votes to authorize businesses to refuse service to customers who don't wear masks

The Los Angeles City Council voted Wednesday to give authority to business owners to refuse service to patrons who do not wear masks or face coverings while on their premises amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

North Dakota legislature candidate who died from COVID-19 wins election

A Republican candidate for the state legislature in North Dakota who died from COVID-19 in October won his election Tuesday night.

Los Angeles photographer documenting impact COVID-19 has on main street America

During the pandemic, millions of Americans have lost their jobs, their normalcy, or worst yet a loved one. A local photographer is documenting the impact COVID-19 has had on main street America.

Judge limits Newsom's powers during pandemic that interferes with California state law

A judge on Monday preliminarily ordered California Gov. Gavin Newsom to stop issuing directives related to the coronavirus that might interfere with state law.

Judge: Gov. Newsom overstepped mail-in ballots and COVID-19 response
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A judge on Monday preliminarily ordered California Gov. Gavin Newsom to stop issuing directives related to the coronavirus that might interfere with state law.