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LOS ANGELES, CA — Share-worthy stories from across the Southland Patch cities to talk about tonight:
Dozens More Die Of COVID-19 On Eve Of LA's Limited Reopening
Even as some parts of LA life return to normal, we're still not living in a" post-COVID-19 world," warn health officials.
Mother's Day Brunch & Dinner: See O.C. Restaurant Specials 2020
Need ideas on how to ensure Mom gets her well-deserved, royal treatment? Orange County eateries are prepping take-out extravaganzas.
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County Unemployment Numbers Pass Great Depression Levels: Report
The San Diego region's estimated unemployment rate has risen to 26.8 percent amid the coronavirus pandemic.
FTC Slams SoCal Sellers For COVID-19 Marketing
The FTC warned several California companies that marketed products to supposedly prevent or treat COVID-19.
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What To Know About Park, Golf And Retail Reopenings In LA County
County parks will open for Mother's Days in LA County along with golf courses and trails, but here are a whole lot of dos and don't.
Orange County's Coronavirus Update: 3,092 Cases, 66 Deaths
Another person has died as a result of COVID-19 in OC on Thursday.
Firefighters Battle 4-Alarm Church Fire In Santa Ana
Over 100 firefighters battled a four-alarm blaze after a 109-year-old church caught fire overnight.
Series Of Small Brush Fires Break Out In Griffith Park
Detectives were called to the scene to investigate the cause of multiple fires ignited at Griffith Park.
Orange County's DMV Offices Start To Reopen
Need an appointment or transaction for an in-person visit? Here's where to go.
Los Alamitos: 'Movie On Your Green' Front Yard Contest Friday
How does a community services department entertain their community during a pandemic? Watch the great minds at work in Los Alamitos.
Fairytale Flowers Ready To Reopen In Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach's flower shop owner, Sara Fabrizio, is following her own advice. She does what she loves, and is ready for Mother's Day.
Virtual Wine Tasting From Old Vine Kitchen: Mother's Day Gift
Costa Mesa's Old Vine Kitchen & Bar is inviting you to a private Zoom wine tasting. This is the ideal gift for moms with discerning taste.
Gov. Newsom Reopens Orange County Beaches For Active Use
The 16 percent of shoreline left to reopen in Orange County was approved for active use visits, Thursday.
LA Zoo's Beastly Ball Fundraiser To Be Livestreamed
The event is the zoo's largest annual fundraiser.
National Day Of Prayer Observed Across Orange County
Though churches are gathering online rather than in person, Thursday's National Day of Prayer will be observed across Orange County.
LA Joins Lawsuit Claiming Uber And Lyft Abused Gig Worker System
City Attorney Mike Feuer joined city attorneys statewide in accusing ride-sharing companies of misclassifying employees as contractors.
LA's Flower District Reopens In Time For Mother's Day
The wholesalers at LA's Flower District are back in business this week just as florists prepare to reopen to make the most of Mother's Day.
Masks Require On Most Mass Transit In Los Angeles
Travelers on Amtrak, Metro and DASH, Cityride and Commuter Express bus lines will be required to wear some kind of face covering .
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