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    Greater LA

    LA businesses begin to reopen

    Last weekend was the first glimpse of LA’s new normal.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • May 11, 2020 • 22m Listen

    Last weekend was the first glimpse of LA’s new normal. Under phase two of Governor Gavin Newsom’s reopening plan for California, several non-essential businesses — including clothing stores, bookshops, and sporting goods stores — were allowed to serve customers. Some formerly-closed state parks also welcomed hikers. As the state slowly reopens, people are cautiously rediscovering their routines.

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    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      Angelenos hit the trails and shops as coronavirus restrictions ease

      Governor Gavin Newsom reopened some public spaces and businesses over the weekend as part of his 4-phase plan to lift the COVID-19 quarantine.

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      7 min
    2. 6:33

      Social distance and curbside pick up become the norm as more businesses reopen

      The first weekend of eased coronavirus restrictions lined up with Mother’s Day, one of the biggest flower-buying holidays of the year. Florists saw a boom as customers ordered arrangements for the holiday.

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      9 min
    3. 15:55

      Limited beach access and big budget problems come to Orange County

      As businesses slowly start reopening under phase two of Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan, beaches in Los Angeles County are still closed.

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      7 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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      Rebecca Mooney

      Producer, The Treatment

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    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:007 min

      Angelenos hit the trails and shops as coronavirus restrictions ease

    2. 6:339 min

      Social distance and curbside pick up become the norm as more businesses reopen

    3. 15:557 min

      Limited beach access and big budget problems come to Orange County

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