Virus films like ‘Outbreak’ and ‘The Hot Zone’ offer serious lessons
Virus, pandemic, and public health movies have rocketed to the top of streaming platforms’ algorithms as people are cooped up at home, social distancing and self-isolating.
How COVID-19 is affecting California’s prison system after inmates, employees test positive
In an announcement on Monday, the Sheriff’s Department said an inmate at the Twin Towers Correctional Facility tested positive for COVID-19, and that inmate was removed from his…
Mayor Garcetti on when LA might return to ‘normalcy’ and have a COVID-19 vaccine
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti talks about whether more places in LA will shut down due to the coronavirus outbreak, how much equipment the city still needs, when we’ll have a vaccine and…
Ending coronavirus pandemic is global game of whack-a-mole, says Atlantic science writer
What will the end of the coronavirus pandemic look like, and what sacrifices are necessary to get there? Ed Yong, the Atlantic’s science writer, has thought a lot about that.
Thousands dead, leaders test positive: Europe still struggles to flatten coronavirus curve
Italy is still facing a dire situation: More than 8,200 coronavirus-related deaths have been recorded. In Italy’s northern region, sirens are now a constant presence.
Where there’s shadow, there’s light: LA rabbi helps us get through coronavirus fears
For those who are anxious and fearful over the coronavirus outbreak, Rabbi Steve Leder says, "You cannot have a shadow unless the light is somehow shining behind whatever is…
‘Crip Camp,’ ‘Uncorked,’ ‘Vivarium’: What to stream during COVID-19
With theaters nationwide closed, we talk about what you can stream at home during the COVID-19 outbreak.
“ Crip Camp ” is a documentary about a 1970s summer camp for teens…
Dine-1-1 teams up with Josef Centeno and other chefs to feed health care workers
Many LA restaurants are offering takeout or delivery only. Some are now operating like grocery stores. Others are providing meals for health care workers on frontlines.
With 3 million Americans out of work, will $2 trillion stimulus package be enough?
More than 3 million people filed for unemployment last week. The Senate has unanimously passed the $2 trillion stimulus bill. The House is expected to approve it on Friday.
More conflict but more sex: Relationship advice for couples living together amid coronavirus
Many people are staying home to curb the spread of coronavirus. We’re working, exercising, educating little ones, and caring for our partners and other family members – under one roof.
