Local business awards scholarships to employees & their families
The CEO of La Princesita Tortiller?a says he cares about those that work for the company, especially over the past year and a half. That's one reason why Rick Rodriguez says scholarships were given out to some of them this past August.
The CEO of La Princesita Tortiller?a says he cares about those that work for the company, especially over the past year and a half. That's one reason why Rick Rodriguez says scholarships were given out to some of them this past August.
Domestic violence can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or nationality. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Katie Yates, from the National Women's Coalition Against Violence and Exploitation, joined us to discuss their ?Washington Says No More? campaign.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Katie Yates, from the National Women's Coalition Against Violence and Exploitation, joined us to discuss their ?Washington Says No More? campaign.
New law requires high school graduates to complete an ethnic studies course
A new California law will require all public high school students to complete an ethnic studies course to qualify for graduation, beginning with the class of 2030. Assemblyman Jose Medina from Riverside wrote the bill and joined us on Good Day LA.
A new California law will require all public high school students to complete an ethnic studies course to qualify for graduation, beginning with the class of 2030. Assemblyman Jose Medina from Riverside wrote the bill and joined us on Good Day LA.
Tips for those working from home
What's the best way to keep your work and personal life apart while working from home? Author Kevin Rizer tackles that and other issues in his new book 'Always Wear Pants: And 99 Other Tips for Surviving and Thriving While You Work from Home'. He had some tips for us this morning.
What's the best way to keep your work and personal life apart while working from home? Author Kevin Rizer tackles that and other issues in his new book 'Always Wear Pants: And 99 Other Tips for Surviving and Thriving While You Work from Home'. He had some tips for us this morning.
A love that broke down barriers and changed US military policy
Colonel Pat Thompson was a decorated army nurse who was also lesbian during a time when being gay in the military was prohibited. She was given an assignment in 1992 that changed her and her future wife's lives forever. Their amazing story is told in the new documentary "Surviving the Silence' which debuts October 19th on Amazon and Apple.
Colonel Pat Thompson was a decorated army nurse who was also lesbian during a time when being gay in the military was prohibited. She was given an assignment in 1992 that changed her and her future wife's lives forever. Their amazing story is told in the new documentary "Surviving the Silence' which debuts October 19th on Amazon and Apple.
LA County Office of Education surprises Las Virgenes Unified School District Superintendent
Las Virgenes Unified School District Superintendent, Dr. Dan Stepenosky has been recognized as the 2021 Los Angeles County Superintendent of the Year by the Los Angeles County Office of Education. He tells what it was like to be surprised with this honor yesterday!
Las Virgenes Unified School District Superintendent, Dr. Dan Stepenosky has been recognized as the 2021 Los Angeles County Superintendent of the Year by the Los Angeles County Office of Education. He tells what it was like to be surprised with this honor yesterday!
Meet the woman leading effort behind NFL players destigmatizing conversations about mental health
Some of the biggest, toughest, most macho players in the NFL are helping destigmatize conversations about mental health problems by talking about their own struggles. It's part of an incredible program the Indianapolis Colts have started called "Kicking the Stigma." The woman behind it, one of the team's owners, Kalen Jackson, joined us live on Good Day LA.
Some of the biggest, toughest, most macho players in the NFL are helping destigmatize conversations about mental health problems by talking about their own struggles. It's part of an incredible program the Indianapolis Colts have started called "Kicking the Stigma." The woman behind it, one of the team's owners, Kalen Jackson, joined us live on Good Day LA.
Sandra Bernhard talks 'Pose' and upcoming show at the Wallis
Bernhard says when she takes the stage, her goal is to take everyone's minds off of real life stress for a little while. She also talks about how much she enjoyed her dramatic turn in 'Pose' and her everlasting appreciation to the late Paul Mooney, who she credits for all her success.
Bernhard says when she takes the stage, her goal is to take everyone's minds off of real life stress for a little while. She also talks about how much she enjoyed her dramatic turn in 'Pose' and her everlasting appreciation to the late Paul Mooney, who she credits for all her success.
Local author brings every dimension of the freeway experience to life in his new book "Freewaytopia"
Author, Paul Haddad, shares some fascinating stories about our Southern California freeways from his new book "Freewaytopia".
Author, Paul Haddad, shares some fascinating stories about our Southern California freeways from his new book "Freewaytopia".
Two local winners of the OneUntied Bank ?I Got Bank? 2021 Youth Essay & Art Contest join GDLA
OneUnited Bank, the largest Black owned bank in the U.S., holds a national contest every year where kids express what they know about finances. Brooke Thomas spoke with two local winners of the ?I Got Bank? 2021 Youth Essay & Art Contest, Christian Turner and Shalena Prakash.
OneUnited Bank, the largest Black owned bank in the U.S., holds a national contest every year where kids express what they know about finances. Brooke Thomas spoke with two local winners of the ?I Got Bank? 2021 Youth Essay & Art Contest, Christian Turner and Shalena Prakash.
Weingart Tower hopes to house hundreds in the Skid Row area of Downtown LA
Last week, we saw the groundbreaking on Weingart Tower, a 19-story permanent supportive housing high-rise which will provide 278 apartments in the Skid Row district of Downtown LA. Retired State Senator and President and CEO of the Weingart Center, Kevin Murray, joined us to discuss the tower?s development.
Last week, we saw the groundbreaking on Weingart Tower, a 19-story permanent supportive housing high-rise which will provide 278 apartments in the Skid Row district of Downtown LA. Retired State Senator and President and CEO of the Weingart Center, Kevin Murray, joined us to discuss the tower?s development.
Massive oil spill off coast of Huntington Beach threatens wildlife
Birds and wildlife are bearing the brunt of the massive oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach. John Fleming, Ph.D., a senior scientist at the Center for Biological Diversity discusses how serious the impact will be on local wildlife on Good Day LA.
Birds and wildlife are bearing the brunt of the massive oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach. John Fleming, Ph.D., a senior scientist at the Center for Biological Diversity discusses how serious the impact will be on local wildlife on Good Day LA.
Dr. Shamani Jain: Reset Your Emotional Energy
Psychologist and author of "Healing Ourselves" Shamini Jain, PHD walks us through some simple ways to reset and recharge our emotional energy.
Psychologist and author of "Healing Ourselves" Shamini Jain, PHD walks us through some simple ways to reset and recharge our emotional energy.
Terrell Owens and Jay Barnett introduce an app aimed at creating a safe place for men to share struggles with mental health
Destigmatizing mental health issues for men, and particularly men of color, by creating a safe place for them to share their struggles is the goal of MentalHappy. NFL Hall of Famer, Terrell Owens, and former NFL player turned therapist, Jay Barnett, introduce the launch of the MentalHappy app.
Destigmatizing mental health issues for men, and particularly men of color, by creating a safe place for them to share their struggles is the goal of MentalHappy. NFL Hall of Famer, Terrell Owens, and former NFL player turned therapist, Jay Barnett, introduce the launch of the MentalHappy app.
If you received a 'math-error' notice from the I.R.S., Shaquanna Brooks, CPA helps explain
Are you one of the millions of Americans who received a letter from the I.R.S. saying you owe more in taxes. Certified Public Accountant, Shaquanna Brooks, helps us make sense of these so-called 'math-error' notices from the I.R.S., sent out January to August.
Are you one of the millions of Americans who received a letter from the I.R.S. saying you owe more in taxes. Certified Public Accountant, Shaquanna Brooks, helps us make sense of these so-called 'math-error' notices from the I.R.S., sent out January to August.
A breast cancer survivor turns tons of negatives into one big positive
Jessica Baladad celebrates life in remission by encouraging other women to do self breast exams through something called 'Feel For Your Life'. We talked to her about her amazing story and how she hopes to educate others through her website and app.
Jessica Baladad celebrates life in remission by encouraging other women to do self breast exams through something called 'Feel For Your Life'. We talked to her about her amazing story and how she hopes to educate others through her website and app.
Andy Serkis talks directing 'Venom: Let There Be Carnage' and the 20 year anniversary of 'The Lord of the Rings'
Serkis has portrayed everyone from Gollum to King Kong and now he's behind the camera for the new 'Venom" sequel. Andy joined Amanda Salas in studio to talk about filming this special effects filled movie while also maintaining the humanity and humor that helped make the first one a box office smash.
Serkis has portrayed everyone from Gollum to King Kong and now he's behind the camera for the new 'Venom" sequel. Andy joined Amanda Salas in studio to talk about filming this special effects filled movie while also maintaining the humanity and humor that helped make the first one a box office smash.
Emilio Estefan says the secret to his 40 plus year marriage is one magic word
Estefan joined us to talk about this year's L'Attitude Conference happening in San Diego now through Saturday. He also explained why Cuban coffee is the best and filled us in on why he and his wife Gloria are still happy after all these years.
Estefan joined us to talk about this year's L'Attitude Conference happening in San Diego now through Saturday. He also explained why Cuban coffee is the best and filled us in on why he and his wife Gloria are still happy after all these years.
Judaline Cassidy
Judaline Cassidy is a plumber, and the founder of Tools and Tiaras, a non profit empowering girls and young women and training them for jobs in non-traditional jobs like construction.
Judaline Cassidy is a plumber, and the founder of Tools and Tiaras, a non profit empowering girls and young women and training them for jobs in non-traditional jobs like construction.
Empowering women in non-traditional jobs
Judaline Cassidy is a plumber, and the founder of Tools and Tiaras, a non profit empowering girls and young women and training them for jobs in traditional male careers like construction.
Judaline Cassidy is a plumber, and the founder of Tools and Tiaras, a non profit empowering girls and young women and training them for jobs in traditional male careers like construction.