Protect Your Hearing
According to the World Health Organization, hundreds of millions of people are at risk of noise-induced hearing loss. Audiologist Dr. Marquitta Merkison joined us on Good Day LA with some simple steps you can take to protect your hearing.
According to the World Health Organization, hundreds of millions of people are at risk of noise-induced hearing loss. Audiologist Dr. Marquitta Merkison joined us on Good Day LA with some simple steps you can take to protect your hearing.
Filmmaker documenting Russia-Ukraine War
The eyes of the world are on the war in Ukraine. Documentary filmmaker Emile Ghessen joined Good Day LA as he continues to brave the circumstances, providing live coverage of what?s happening.
The eyes of the world are on the war in Ukraine. Documentary filmmaker Emile Ghessen joined Good Day LA as he continues to brave the circumstances, providing live coverage of what?s happening.
LA City Councilmember Mitch O'Ferell shares what's coming up in the city
Coming up in May, just in time for Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month-- Los Angeles will celebrate a new landmark: The historic Filipinotown Eastern Gateway. The new gateway will span 82 feet across Beverly boulevard-- at the eastern entrance to Filipinotown. It has been a long labor of love for so many people --- including L.A. City Councilmember Mitch O'Farrell.
Coming up in May, just in time for Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month-- Los Angeles will celebrate a new landmark: The historic Filipinotown Eastern Gateway. The new gateway will span 82 feet across Beverly boulevard-- at the eastern entrance to Filipinotown. It has been a long labor of love for so many people --- including L.A. City Councilmember Mitch O'Farrell.
Dealing with anxiety about war
Dr. Michele Nealon, Psy.D., president of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, says it is time to double down on what we know about taking care of ourselves when stress and uncertainty leaves a mark on our mental well-being.
Dr. Michele Nealon, Psy.D., president of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, says it is time to double down on what we know about taking care of ourselves when stress and uncertainty leaves a mark on our mental well-being.
Spring Break reads with Zibby Owens
Host of the "Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books" podcast, Zibby Owens, joins us with her list of great reads for your Spring Break.
Host of the "Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books" podcast, Zibby Owens, joins us with her list of great reads for your Spring Break.
How one inspirational cancer survivor is now helping others
Children's Hospital of Los Angeles has saved the lives of so many little ones including Malakai Carey. He battled a rare form of cancer and thanks in part to the people at CHLA he is now cancer-free. We talked to Malakai and mom Cheri about his illness and recovery...and how they're working to 'Make March Matter' for others.
Children's Hospital of Los Angeles has saved the lives of so many little ones including Malakai Carey. He battled a rare form of cancer and thanks in part to the people at CHLA he is now cancer-free. We talked to Malakai and mom Cheri about his illness and recovery...and how they're working to 'Make March Matter' for others.
Teens honored for making a difference in their communities
Two young women are being recognized for their hard work to help others by the Boys and Girls Club. We talked to Elsie Cordero and Leona Pham about each being named 'Youth of the Year' and the scholarship that comes with that honor.
Two young women are being recognized for their hard work to help others by the Boys and Girls Club. We talked to Elsie Cordero and Leona Pham about each being named 'Youth of the Year' and the scholarship that comes with that honor.
CA indoor mask mandate for schools ends next week
Dr. Jonathan Maynard, a pediatrician with Providence Mission Hospital, joins Good Day LA with his advice on making the best decision for your child once the indoor mask mandate ends for California schools next week.
Dr. Jonathan Maynard, a pediatrician with Providence Mission Hospital, joins Good Day LA with his advice on making the best decision for your child once the indoor mask mandate ends for California schools next week.
'Girl Up Initiative Uganda'
Young girls inspired to succeed in a place where they're considered second class citizens. That's what's behind the Girl Up Initiative Uganda, we talked to the co-founder of this terrific organization.
Young girls inspired to succeed in a place where they're considered second class citizens. That's what's behind the Girl Up Initiative Uganda, we talked to the co-founder of this terrific organization.
New Smokey Bear campaign has been released
For close to 80 years, he's been telling us how we can prevent forest fires. Now Smokey the Bear is back...updated for a new generation. We talked to a wildfire prevention expert about Smokey's new campaign in a year where the threats of fires have never been higher.
For close to 80 years, he's been telling us how we can prevent forest fires. Now Smokey the Bear is back...updated for a new generation. We talked to a wildfire prevention expert about Smokey's new campaign in a year where the threats of fires have never been higher.
TikTok Tuesday Eeka McLeod
Amanda talks to Eeka McLeod, whose journey to building her family began when she made the decision to pursue her lifelong dream of adopting a child. After becoming a licensed foster parent while in graduate school, she started welcoming children into her home. Throughout her time fostering, Eeka cared for 18 children and eventually adopted three: Eli, Evan and Ella.?Eli has Cerebral Palsy while Evan and Ella are on the Autism Spectrum, so she has dedicated her life to meeting their unique needs while helping them find ways to express their individuality. The self-described ?family of misfits'' has made a name for themselves on social media during the pandemic with unapologetically real, hilarious content that showcases the triumphs and challenges of their daily life. Their devoted fanbase includes 120 million likes and 2.4 million followers on TikTok, over 100,000 followers on Instagram, as well as over 42 million views and over 121,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Amanda talks to Eeka McLeod, whose journey to building her family began when she made the decision to pursue her lifelong dream of adopting a child. After becoming a licensed foster parent while in graduate school, she started welcoming children into her home. Throughout her time fostering, Eeka cared for 18 children and eventually adopted three: Eli, Evan and Ella.?Eli has Cerebral Palsy while Evan and Ella are on the Autism Spectrum, so she has dedicated her life to meeting their unique needs while helping them find ways to express their individuality. The self-described ?family of misfits'' has made a name for themselves on social media during the pandemic with unapologetically real, hilarious content that showcases the triumphs and challenges of their daily life. Their devoted fanbase includes 120 million likes and 2.4 million followers on TikTok, over 100,000 followers on Instagram, as well as over 42 million views and over 121,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Talking to kids about race
Talking to your kids about race. What you say, and how you say it, is really important. The author of the book 'Is It Racism?' talked about how parents can start that conversation..
Talking to your kids about race. What you say, and how you say it, is really important. The author of the book 'Is It Racism?' talked about how parents can start that conversation..
Helping People in Need
Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith is the President and CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Southern California. She is the first African American to hold that position in the organization's 76 year history. She joined us on Good Day LA to talk about her organization's amazing work and her big plans going forward.
Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith is the President and CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Southern California. She is the first African American to hold that position in the organization's 76 year history. She joined us on Good Day LA to talk about her organization's amazing work and her big plans going forward.
Assembling 'The Capables' for their next adventure
When Danny Jordan found out his unborn daughter would come into this world with a limb difference, he wanted to make the world a more comfortable place for her. He created 'The Capables', a children's book about a group of kids who have disabilities but also super powers.
When Danny Jordan found out his unborn daughter would come into this world with a limb difference, he wanted to make the world a more comfortable place for her. He created 'The Capables', a children's book about a group of kids who have disabilities but also super powers.
The power of positivity
Sometimes a kind word or a positive comment is all it takes to turn a bad day into a good one. Whether it's a stranger at the supermarket or someone in your own family - kindness and affirmations can be fuel to feeds our souls. So how can we be better about expressing this to those that are most important in our lives? We talked to Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Dr. George James.
Sometimes a kind word or a positive comment is all it takes to turn a bad day into a good one. Whether it's a stranger at the supermarket or someone in your own family - kindness and affirmations can be fuel to feeds our souls. So how can we be better about expressing this to those that are most important in our lives? We talked to Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Dr. George James.
New women and children's residence opens in South L.A.
CASA/LA and Butterfly?s Haven Open First Women?s Foster-Centric Residence
CASA/LA and Butterfly?s Haven Open First Women?s Foster-Centric Residence
Discussing GLAAD?S 'Where We Are on TV' report
A new study shows that when it comes to LGBTQ representation, TV is making major strides. We talked to GLAAD's Entertainment Research & Analysis Manager, researcher, and author of the 'Where We Are on TV' report to talk about what's being done right and what could be done better.
A new study shows that when it comes to LGBTQ representation, TV is making major strides. We talked to GLAAD's Entertainment Research & Analysis Manager, researcher, and author of the 'Where We Are on TV' report to talk about what's being done right and what could be done better.
Take A Walk. Join A Movement.
It's a movement that is gaining momentum, one step at time. It's called Girltrek, and it is motivating African American women to get moving, get healthy, and get empowered. We spoke with the founders of Girltrek about their upcoming event.
It's a movement that is gaining momentum, one step at time. It's called Girltrek, and it is motivating African American women to get moving, get healthy, and get empowered. We spoke with the founders of Girltrek about their upcoming event.
The Orange Homeless Count is underway
The 2022 Orange County Point-in-Time Homeless Count is underway. Chairman Doug Chaffee of the Orange County Board of Supervisors joined Good Day LA to discuss.
The 2022 Orange County Point-in-Time Homeless Count is underway. Chairman Doug Chaffee of the Orange County Board of Supervisors joined Good Day LA to discuss.
Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count underway
The 2022 Greater Los Angeles Point-in-Time Homeless Count gets underway. L.A. Homeless Services Authority Executive Director, Heidi Marston, joined Good Day LA to discuss.
The 2022 Greater Los Angeles Point-in-Time Homeless Count gets underway. L.A. Homeless Services Authority Executive Director, Heidi Marston, joined Good Day LA to discuss.