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    Social distancing in nature

    Humans are social animals, and social distancing is hard. This weekend, countless Angelenos headed for hiking trails and beaches. We get tips for safely being outside, and a look at how LAUSD teachers are adjusting to online teaching.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Mar 23, 2020 • 25m Listen

    Humans are social animals, and social distancing is hard. This weekend, countless Angelenos headed for hiking trails and beaches. We get tips for safely being outside, and a look at how LAUSD teachers are adjusting to online teaching.

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      How to enjoy LA nature during 'Safer at Home' order

      We look at the health benefits of being outside (while maintaining social distance, of course). Plus, there are some cool places to check out that maybe you haven't thought of.

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      10 min
    2. 9:53

      LAUSD shifted to online learning. Is it working?

      LA’s public schools closed last Monday, and parents were initially told the closure would last two weeks. But LAUSD superintendent Austin Beutner announced this morning that the closure will last until at least May 1.

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      10 min
    3. 19:42

      Orange County starts feeling the impact of coronavirus

      Orange County has nearly 100 cases of COVID-19 (at last count). There’s been confusion about what businesses can remain open, whether people can go to work, and if going to local beaches are safe with recommendations of social distancing.

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      6 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. 0:0010 min

      How to enjoy LA nature during 'Safer at Home' order

    2. 9:5310 min

      LAUSD shifted to online learning. Is it working?

    3. 19:426 min

      Orange County starts feeling the impact of coronavirus

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