Hollywood producer charged with $1.7 million COVID-19 Paycheck Protection Program fraud

The former head of a Hollywood production and distribution company was arrested Friday on federal charges alleging he attempted to swindle the coronavirus-relief Paycheck Protection Program out of about $1.7 million.

2 California church services sources of virus outbreaks, officials say

As Gov. Gavin Newsom prepares to release plans for how religious institutions can reopen in California during the coronavirus pandemic, health officials announced that two church services that were held without authorization have been sources of outbreaks.

Dozens flock to Huntington Beach as OC businesses reopen

After Governor Newsom approved Orange County's request to reopen businesses, dozens of people flocked to Huntington Beach to patronize businesses and restaurants.

Defiant Fontana church opens doors to public despite Gov. Newsom's ban

“We are not serving up Mc Jesus sermons, this is the real thing” said Pastor Patrick Scales to his mask-wearing, bible clutching parishioners.

L.A. Diocese, others await governor's guidance for reopening churches

As churches statewide look forward to guidance Monday from Gov. Gavin Newsom on how they can reopen, Los Angeles Archbishop Jose Gomez is cautioning that reopening houses of worship will require planning and caution.

Las Vegas to reopen casinos -- with restrictions

Las Vegas is set to reopen casinos following its coronavirus lockdown, but guests should not expect a return to business as usual.

COVID-19 outbreak reported at Farmer John slaughterhouse in Vernon

A COVID-19 outbreak is being reported at the Farmer John slaughterhouse in Vernon, where as many as 140 workers might have tested positive for the disease.  

LA beaches, stores open ahead of Memorial Day weekend

Los Angeles County reopened some beach parking lot heading into Memorial Day weekend and authorized retail businesses inside enclosed shopping malls to reopen with curbside pickup service only, while maintaining warnings about the continued spread of the coronavirus.  

CA health officials approve San Bernardino county's request to reopen dine-in restaurants, stores and malls

The California Department of Public Health approved San Bernardino County's request on Saturday to reopen dine-in restaurants, retail stores, and malls with safety guidelines since the county has flattened the COVID-19 curve and secured the resources needed to continue keeping the novel coronavirus under control.

The Issue Is: The battle of reopening California

This coming Monday, May 25, America will honor its fallen military personnel for Memorial Day.

Bars, wineries allowed to serve alcoholic drinks to go, with food

Bars, breweries, distilleries and wineries in California that do not have their own kitchens, but partner with meal providers can now sell alcoholic beverages to go, so long as they are sold with a meal and served in a sealed container, state officials announced.

COVID-19 testing site coming to Dodger Stadium

A new COVID-19 testing site is coming to Dodger Stadium next week, and city officials say it will accommodate three times more people than any other testing site in Los Angeles County.

Cal State LA students discuss the impact of missed graduation ceremonies

It was a party of one for Cal State Los Angeles grad Valerie Sanchez. On this day she should have been walking in graduation ceremonies. Due to the coronavirus pandemic commencement services for the Class of 2020 are, per the university to be scheduled "for a later time when we can gather safely."

Cal State LA students discuss the impact of missed graduation ceremonies
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It was a party of one for Cal State Los Angeles grad Valerie Sanchez. On this day she should have been walking in graduation ceremonies. Due to the coronavirus pandemic commencement services for the Class of 2020 are, per the university to be scheduled "for a later time when we can gather safely."

Trump administration sends warning letter to Garcetti over COVID-19 laws

The Trump administration on Friday sent a letter to Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti with concerns from the Department of Justice about his Safer at Home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic.