California Prepares to Fully Reopen with No Restrictions
May 27, 2021
On June 15, the state will fully open with no restrictions but vaccinations are still low among young adults.
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- Newsom Signs Black Caucus Bills; Advocates Question ‘Reparations’ Description
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- Councilwoman Heather Hutt Holds Campaign Kick-Off
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- Mayor Warren and the Impact of Local Officials
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Public Health Says Wearing Masks Remains Important
May 20, 2021
Masks mandates may change on June 15 but until then, they are strongly suggested.
Isaac Bryan takes Big Lead in 54th AD Race
May 20, 2021
If Bryan has less than a majority when the results are certified, he will face Hutt in a runoff July 20. The special election was necessitated by Sydney Kamlager’s election to the state Senate in a special election March 2, filling the vacancy caused by Holly J. Mitchell’s election to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
Yellow Tier Restrictions Allow Angelenos More Freedom, Vaccination Disparities Continue
May 13, 2021
As L.A. County enjoys getting back to outdoor activities, many still haven’t received a vaccine.
Decline in COVID-19 Deaths Edge L.A. County Towards Yellow Tier, COVID-19 Related Illness in Children Rises
May 6, 2021
As of Monday, May 3, the L.A. County Dept. of Public Health confirmed no new deaths and 255 new cases of COVID-19. There were 390 people with symptoms of COVID-19 hospitalized with 18% testing positive.
Decline in COVID-19 Deaths Edge L.A. County Towards Yellow Tier, COVID-19 Related Illness in Children Rises
May 6, 2021
Despite a slight rise in a COVID-19 related illness in children, L.A. County slowly enter the less restrictive tier.
Statistics Show Drop in Seniors Being Hospitalized, Mobile Vaccinations Continue Bringing Vaccines
April 29, 2021
COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to decline as the vaccines continues to be made accessible to everyone.
LAUSD Reopens All Schools As Of This Week
April 26, 2021
The remaining middle and high school campuses in the Los Angeles Unified School District began reopening today, meaning all students now have the option to be back on district campuses for the first time in more than a year.
Schools Across L.A. County Reopen to In-Class Learning, Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Temporarily Unavailable
April 22, 2021
COVID-19 hospitalizations are going down and Public Health continues to stress the importance of vaccinations.
Vaccines Are Available to 16 and Up, Men of Color with COVID-19 Have Higher Mortality Rate
April 15, 2021
Vaccines are now available to ages 16 and up and Public Health reveals Black and Latino men have higher death rates due to COVID-19
Gipson Bill Supports Male Educators of Color AB 520 Diversifies Teaching Workforce
April 15, 2021
Last week, the Assembly Education Committee approved AB 520, authored by Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson and sponsored by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, which is designed to help support male educators of color and diversify the teaching workforce.
Orange Tier Guidelines Open L.A. County Even More, State on Track to Fully Open in June
April 8, 2021
L.A. County is enjoying more freedom but health officials are steadfast in warning the public to observe health measures.
As L.A. County Moves Through Less Restrictions, Public Health Cautions Businesses
April 1, 2021
Businesses and worksites are being asked to follow all health guidelines to stop further transmission of COVID-19.
Red Tier Guidelines Get an Update as Vaccinations Continue, Grocery Stores Set to Close
March 25, 2021
Public Health makes some modifications for re-openings and mobile vaccine units target hard hit areas.
Red Tier Designation Allows Angelenos More Freedom, Public Health Officials Urge to Proceed with Caution
March 18, 2021
Los Angeles County residents are allowed to leave the house for amusement again, but asked to keep health guidelines firmly in place.