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    Fireworks canceled. Beaches closed. What’s allowed this July 4?

    The Fourth of July is typically spent watching parades, enjoying fireworks, and grilling food with friends and family. The coronavirus pandemic has put the kibosh on many events, but you still have some options for safe celebrations.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Jul 2, 2020 • 25m Listen

    The Fourth of July is typically spent watching parades, enjoying fireworks, and grilling food with friends and family. The coronavirus pandemic has put the kibosh on many events, but you still have some options for safe celebrations.

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      What to do (and avoid) this Fourth of July weekend

      What happens when the Fourth of July, a national holiday known for barbequing, fireworks, and partying, coincides with an international pandemic?

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      8 min
    2. 7:36

      NBA prepares for ‘bubble season’ while MLB starts spring training in summer

      Options for watching professional sports are limited during this holiday weekend.

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      10 min
    3. 17:08

      South LA volunteer group delivers groceries to communities of color

      The coronavirus has caused unemployment to skyrocket across the county to more than 20%. Along with that rising number?

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      8 min
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Jenna Kagel

      Radio producer

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      Kathryn Barnes

      Producer, Reporter

      NewsCultureCoronavirusHealth & WellnessLos Angeles

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:008 min

      What to do (and avoid) this Fourth of July weekend

    2. 7:3610 min

      NBA prepares for ‘bubble season’ while MLB starts spring training in summer

    3. 17:088 min

      South LA volunteer group delivers groceries to communities of color

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