3.1M Californians have filed for unemployment; Newsom focuses on economic recovery

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said his focus on Friday would be on economic growth and recovery, even though 3.1 million Californians have filed for unemployment claims since mid-March. 

Grim Outlook: Los Angeles mayor forecasts no large gatherings until 2021

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said Wednesday he doesn't foresee large gatherings, such as sporting events and concerts, happening in the city until 2021, as the region continues to reel from theCOVID-19 pandemic.

Trump reverses course on power to 'reopen' states amid virus

Democratic and Republican governors sounded alarm about a federal power grab a day after Trump asserted he had the ultimate say on when and how to reopen the economy.

Nike to honor Kobe Bryant’s spectacular NBA career on ‘Mamba Day’

Nike is honoring the career of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant on April 13 for “Mamba Day,” a day that marks the final game of his astonishing NBA career four years ago.

President Trump says he’ll decide on easing guidelines, not governors

President Donald Trump asserted Monday that he is the ultimate decision-maker for determining how and when to relax the nation’s social distancing guidelines as he grows anxious to reopen the coronavirus-stricken country as soon as possible.

Sen. Harris fundraising efforts fuel speculation she will become Biden's running mate

California Sen. Kamala Harris made two notable fundraising moves Wednesday that are sure to fuel speculation about her prospects to be Joe Biden’s running mate on the Democratic presidential ticket.

Texas women stage 'wedding dress Wednesday' photo shoot while social distancing

A group of women in Texas recently rocked their wedding dresses once again for a socially-distanced photoshoot to lift spirits in their tight-knit neighborhood during the coronavirus pandemic.

Mayor Garcetti says Los Angeles parks will be closed, guarded on Easter Sunday

Mirroring an action previously announced by Los Angeles County, Mayor Eric Garcetti said on Wednesday all Los Angeles city parks will be closed Saturday evening into Monday to prevent people from gathering on Easter.  

Governor Newsom signs order for expanded childcare for essential COVID-19 workers

People on the frontlines of the war against COVID-19 will have access to state-subsidized childcare programs under an executive order signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Vanessa Bryant reacts after it's announced Kobe will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame

Vanessa Bryant, with her eldest daughter Natalia by her side, reacted after the announcement that her late husband, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, is set to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Saturday in an interview with TSN.