COVID-19 Pandemic

U.S. health officials have allowed emergency use of a Regeneron antibody drug to help the immune system fight COVID-19.

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman calls for united action against the coronavirus, which has turned this year’s Group of 20 summit into a virtual gathering. Trump participates, but leaves before pandemic discussion.

Dire U.N. warnings of a growing hunger crisis are becoming reality in multiple countries.

The first COVID-19 vaccines in the U.S. are expected to get a green light from regulators under a process known as emergency use authorization.

The Defense Department says a Pentagon official installed in a top policy job by President Trump last week has tested positive for coronavirus.

A new surge of COVID-19 is battering Southern California, bearing down on exhausted healthcare workers, raising anxiety levels on hospital wards and stoking fears that there might not be enough staff and supplies for the difficult weeks ahead.

Another round of distressing COVID-19 case numbers has Los Angeles teetering on the brink of further restrictions to slow the spread of the virus — including the likely shutdown of outdoor restaurant dining.

Five California state prisons are introducing video visitation programs as in-person visits remain suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A modified stay-at-home order goes into effect for the much of California as of Saturday morning to try to slow the rapid spread of the coronavirus.

Many Southern California policing agencies say they will take an education-first approach to the state’s new limited stay-at-home order.

California’s economy perked up in October, as employers brought back tens of thousands of furloughed workers. But the state has regained less than half the jobs it lost in the spring’s catastrophic coronavirus downturn.

An L.A.-based social media company had planned to host a party for influencers that health experts say doesn’t follow state safety protocols for COVID-19.

The new statewide policy by Cal/OSHA aims to protect workers as the pandemic surges, but concerns over enforcement remain.

Here’s how a handful of independent farmers are handling the difficulties of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The new Amazon Pharmacy offers customers convenience and potentially lower prices. But experts warn that users could be jeopardizing their privacy.

LAX is rolling out on-site coronavirus testing for fliers as officials advise against unnecessary travel and cases spike across Southern California.

Airports, train stations and rest stops are places where people are at risk of being exposed to the virus, and it can be difficult to stay six feet away from others, as health experts strongly recommend.

AAA says nearly 48 million people are expected to hop into their vehicles for the Turkey Day trek this year. If you’re getting on the road, keep hand sanitizer, gloves and masks fully stocked.

Reserving a vacation rental with Airbnb or Vrbo may be a good way to minimize contact with others and enjoy a change of scenery. Here are things to consider before you book.

With care, you can reduce the risks that come with spending a night in a hotel or motel. Use these tips when choosing a room and for when you arrive at your destination.

Some museums have closed, some are open. Drive-in shows are a go, but what about outdoor concerts? A rundown of culture under new COVID-19 rules.

The mood during the first-ever all-virtual 2020 National Book Awards was upbeat yet emotional. It was also the last ceremony for Lisa Lucas.

Alexander Nanau’s devastating film will represent Romania in the Oscar race for international feature.

L.A. Opera cancels all in-person performances for spring and places vaccine-driven hopes on a fall reopening. First up: Verdi’s “Il Trovatore.”

As COVID-19 spikes and many push back against a return to stricter measures, L.A. County residents, who have never left Tier One, are surprised anyone thought we could go back to normal.

Sometimes family holiday gatherings can feel too close, and aren’t we all tired of virtual events? So if you are looking for a way to celebrate outside on Thanksgiving, here are eight things you can do.

2020 would be my year. I updated my online dating profile, I planned two international vacations and scheduled several road trips with friends. And then the pandemic hit.

Graphic designer Nemuel DePaula’s flower truck, Lenita by Grita, has become his lifeline during COVID-19. His motto: ‘Stop and smell the flores.’

‘I just want someone I can sit with and talk to on the couch and have a great time,’ I’d often remarked to my friends about what I’m looking for in a relationship.

“Full Bloom” is a new competition with a format similar to “The Great British Baking Show,” except these contestants are making eye candy with flowers.

Despite consumers stocking up on alcohol at home, the rise in retail and online sales has not been enough to offset the closure of bars and restaurants.

California’s craft distilleries have been deeply challenged by the pandemic, but the state saw their plight and eased some regulations.

L.A.’s best sushi chefs are elevating takeout sushi to new heights during the pandemic.

After fires and the coronavirus cut wages for many Central Valley farmworkers, a winter slowdown means families are unable to pay for necessities.

Two customers on the outdoor patio. $6 in a tip jar labeled ‘For College’. Few masks in sight. This is the reality of Huntington Beach service workers during the pandemic.

The NCAA says it plans to hold the entire 2021 men’s college basketball tournament in one location to mitigate the risks of the coronavirus.

IOC President Thomas Bach says participants and fans at next year’s postponed Tokyo Olympics are likely to face COVID-19 vaccination requirements.

Bryson DeChambeau, who entered this week as a favorite to win the Masters, says he got tested for the coronavirus after feeling dizzy on the course.

A massive celebration after the Notre Dame-Clemson game was a potential super-spreader event, but experts say it could shed light on the coronavirus.

A look at college football games postponed or canceled because of COVID-19.