Assembly Bill 104 would hold students harmless for lost learning during Covid-19
We don't yet have an accurate picture of the academic toll the pandemic has taken on kids. We do know it will likely be worse for children who don't have access to the internet, and for kids with special needs. A new state bill AB-104 hopes to make things a little easier for those students and their families. Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez joins Good Day LA with details. For more information on Assembly Bill 104 go to the district website a80.asmdc.org
We don't yet have an accurate picture of the academic toll the pandemic has taken on kids. We do know it will likely be worse for children who don't have access to the internet, and for kids with special needs. A new state bill AB-104 hopes to make things a little easier for those students and their families. Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez joins Good Day LA with details. For more information on Assembly Bill 104 go to the district website a80.asmdc.org
The Resident star Malcolm-Jamal Warner discusses portraying real-life frontline heroes during pandemic
Malcolm-Jamal Warner talks about the midseason return of The Resident on FOX.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner talks about the midseason return of The Resident on FOX.
Great Books to Read the Month of April
Podcast Host Zibby Owens on best books to read this month
Podcast Host Zibby Owens on best books to read this month
Prep Curry: One man's inspirational success story
Challenges, setbacks, doubt. Prep Curry overcame them all while chasing his dream. There is a lesson for all of us in his journey and he talked about that amazing journey. He's also gearing up for Monday. That's the day his exciting new clothing line will be released by Banana Republic.
Challenges, setbacks, doubt. Prep Curry overcame them all while chasing his dream. There is a lesson for all of us in his journey and he talked about that amazing journey. He's also gearing up for Monday. That's the day his exciting new clothing line will be released by Banana Republic.
Talking to your kids about sexual abuse
April is child sexual abuse prevention month. Before the pandemic, teachers were the most frequent reporters of child sexual abuse. Unfortunately, due to distance learning, the covid-19 pandemic has made preventing these terrible crimes even more challenging. That's why experts say it's more important than ever for families to have open conversations about how to keep kids safe. But what do you say, and when do you say it? The advocacy group, Committee For Children is offering some guidance.
April is child sexual abuse prevention month. Before the pandemic, teachers were the most frequent reporters of child sexual abuse. Unfortunately, due to distance learning, the covid-19 pandemic has made preventing these terrible crimes even more challenging. That's why experts say it's more important than ever for families to have open conversations about how to keep kids safe. But what do you say, and when do you say it? The advocacy group, Committee For Children is offering some guidance.
Where The Jobs Are
Rita Garcia gives us this week's latest job openings.
Rita Garcia gives us this week's latest job openings.
"The Moodys" returns to FOX
Elizabeth Perkins returns for a second season of the FOX comedy series "The Moodys". Perkins talks about how fun it is working with Denis Leary and calls him a "teddy bear". She also talks about working with Amy Adams in the hit HBO drama "Sharp Objects".
Elizabeth Perkins returns for a second season of the FOX comedy series "The Moodys". Perkins talks about how fun it is working with Denis Leary and calls him a "teddy bear". She also talks about working with Amy Adams in the hit HBO drama "Sharp Objects".
"A Tribe Called Dad"
Fathers need an outlet to discuss and share their feeling on being a dad...and DJ Hapa has provided them one. His "A Tribe Called Dad" podcast is a forum that specializes in addressing men's experiences on being fathers.
Fathers need an outlet to discuss and share their feeling on being a dad...and DJ Hapa has provided them one. His "A Tribe Called Dad" podcast is a forum that specializes in addressing men's experiences on being fathers.
Talking tinnitus
It's a hearing problem that more than 50 million people suffer with and you may not have even heard of it. We talk to an expert about tinnitus.
It's a hearing problem that more than 50 million people suffer with and you may not have even heard of it. We talk to an expert about tinnitus.
Season 5 of Queen Sugar get real
The OWN show Queen Sugar has been praised for its realistic story telling of a Black family in Louisiana. The family weathers all kinds of storms, both physically and emotionally. Now, in season five. Creator Ava DuVernay is focusing on what's happening right now, particularly in the Black community. Star Dawn-Lyen Gardner talks about how Queen Sugar's season 5 gets real.
The OWN show Queen Sugar has been praised for its realistic story telling of a Black family in Louisiana. The family weathers all kinds of storms, both physically and emotionally. Now, in season five. Creator Ava DuVernay is focusing on what's happening right now, particularly in the Black community. Star Dawn-Lyen Gardner talks about how Queen Sugar's season 5 gets real.
Young Philanthropist gives away $2,000 on her 14th Birthday
In 2017 Khloe started her own non-profit, KhloeKares.com. It started small, handing out homemade bags of necessary items to homeless women on the streets of Los Angeles. She later started a weekly program filling local community refrigerators with fresh food items. She even took a trip to visit kids in Ghana after raising enough money to bring running water to their school. Khloe just turned 14 years old and of course instead of getting gifts, she's giving them.
In 2017 Khloe started her own non-profit, KhloeKares.com. It started small, handing out homemade bags of necessary items to homeless women on the streets of Los Angeles. She later started a weekly program filling local community refrigerators with fresh food items. She even took a trip to visit kids in Ghana after raising enough money to bring running water to their school. Khloe just turned 14 years old and of course instead of getting gifts, she's giving them.
Creative, sugar-free Easter basket ideas
Fun gift ideas for your kid's Easter baskets without all the sugar.
Fun gift ideas for your kid's Easter baskets without all the sugar.
"Fighting for Space"
Amy Shira Teitel has written a book about two women who helped get the space program to where it is today. They broke flying records, did what no other women had done before, and fought for the right to go to space. Michaela talks to her about the incredible story most people may not have ever heard. "Fighting for Space: Two Pilots and Their Historic Battle for Female Spaceflight" is available now.
Amy Shira Teitel has written a book about two women who helped get the space program to where it is today. They broke flying records, did what no other women had done before, and fought for the right to go to space. Michaela talks to her about the incredible story most people may not have ever heard. "Fighting for Space: Two Pilots and Their Historic Battle for Female Spaceflight" is available now.
CSU students connect with Bots to help get through the semester
In 2019, Cal State University campuses launched an artificial intelligence program to help students stay on track to graduate. At Cal Poly Pomona, students have "Billy Chat" named after their school mascot-- Billy Bronco. The "chatbot" is available to answer student's academic questions 24-7. But it turns out because of the isolation so many students were feeling during the pandemic, academics weren't the only thing they wanted to talk to Billy about. Billy Chat's managers and CSU students talk about how Billy is helping them get through the semester.
In 2019, Cal State University campuses launched an artificial intelligence program to help students stay on track to graduate. At Cal Poly Pomona, students have "Billy Chat" named after their school mascot-- Billy Bronco. The "chatbot" is available to answer student's academic questions 24-7. But it turns out because of the isolation so many students were feeling during the pandemic, academics weren't the only thing they wanted to talk to Billy about. Billy Chat's managers and CSU students talk about how Billy is helping them get through the semester.
Nelly one of many artists performing at weekend long "Music Lives" Festival
It's a 72 hour long free virtual music festival that includes more than a hundred big names, including Nelly. It starts streaming Friday afternoon on Live by Live and runs through Sunday. Nelly explained how he hopes to raise more money than last year for MusiCares, which benefits thousands of music industry artists and professionals He also talked a little bit about "Lil Bit", his new song.
It's a 72 hour long free virtual music festival that includes more than a hundred big names, including Nelly. It starts streaming Friday afternoon on Live by Live and runs through Sunday. Nelly explained how he hopes to raise more money than last year for MusiCares, which benefits thousands of music industry artists and professionals He also talked a little bit about "Lil Bit", his new song.
How Our Rescued Pets Are Rescuing Us Amid The Pandemic
Animals have played a critical role in helping with our stress and loneliness during isolation in the past year. Between March and September of 2020, the number of foster pets in the United States increased by 8% according to Pet Point, which collects industry data on pet adoptions. While it's a selfless and honorable thing to rescue these animals, many of our furry friends have actually saved us during this time. Four pandemic pet owners join our Good Day LA Your Take Panel to discuss how their pets saved them.
Animals have played a critical role in helping with our stress and loneliness during isolation in the past year. Between March and September of 2020, the number of foster pets in the United States increased by 8% according to Pet Point, which collects industry data on pet adoptions. While it's a selfless and honorable thing to rescue these animals, many of our furry friends have actually saved us during this time. Four pandemic pet owners join our Good Day LA Your Take Panel to discuss how their pets saved them.
Do it yourself cocktail gardens
Spring has finally arrived, and no better way to celebrate the season than planting an herb garden. We?re creating beautiful, do it yourself cocktail gardens. Not only are they impressive custom-made gifts ? they are also super fragrant right in your windowsill ? you don?t need a huge outdoor space. Christopher Nichols from Rogers Gardens joined us to show us how! For more check out Rogersgardens.com.
Spring has finally arrived, and no better way to celebrate the season than planting an herb garden. We?re creating beautiful, do it yourself cocktail gardens. Not only are they impressive custom-made gifts ? they are also super fragrant right in your windowsill ? you don?t need a huge outdoor space. Christopher Nichols from Rogers Gardens joined us to show us how! For more check out Rogersgardens.com.
Leslie Jordan talks "Call Me Kat"
The Emmy winner is wrapping up season 1 of FOX's "Call Me Kat". Jordan talks about that, how he became an overnight social media sensation, and his upcoming debut album.
The Emmy winner is wrapping up season 1 of FOX's "Call Me Kat". Jordan talks about that, how he became an overnight social media sensation, and his upcoming debut album.
Danny Trejo talks "The Masked Singer"
Trejo was unmasked on the FOX hit show this week. The man who will always be "Machete" explained how his dog played a big part in his performance and why he adores one judge in particular.
Trejo was unmasked on the FOX hit show this week. The man who will always be "Machete" explained how his dog played a big part in his performance and why he adores one judge in particular.
American?s Career Optimism Soars Despite Pandemic
1 in 3 Americans say their careers have been taken off course as a result of COVID-19's turbulent impact on the U.S. job market, according to the Career Optimism Index ? Study. Despite this, 78% of Americans remain optimistic when it comes to their career outlook. Chief Academic Officer and Provost for University of Phoenix, John Woods, Ph.D., shares key findings from the study and insight on current workforce trends.
1 in 3 Americans say their careers have been taken off course as a result of COVID-19's turbulent impact on the U.S. job market, according to the Career Optimism Index ? Study. Despite this, 78% of Americans remain optimistic when it comes to their career outlook. Chief Academic Officer and Provost for University of Phoenix, John Woods, Ph.D., shares key findings from the study and insight on current workforce trends.