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Evelyn Linares works on a floral arrangement at the Los Angeles Flower Market Wednesday, May 6, 2020, in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on Tuesday said he would allow wholesale florists to open for the upcoming Mother's Day.
Evelyn Linares works on a floral arrangement at the Los Angeles Flower Market Wednesday, May 6, 2020, in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on Tuesday said he would allow wholesale florists to open for the upcoming Mother's Day. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

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.

Find out what's happening in Hollywoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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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