91 deaths and 2,003 infected with coronavirus in Denver
DENVER — As of Tuesday afternoon, 2,003 people had been infected with the new coronavirus in Denver since the outbreak began, health officials confirmed. There have been 91 deaths in the city. The data company SafeGraph posted a report that shows the percent of people…
Coronavirus kills more than 60 NYC educators
NEW YORK CITY — More than 60 New York City educators have lost their lives to novel coronavirus, the Department of Education announced Monday. Sixty-three paraprofessionals, teachers, and school staffers had died from COVID-19 as of April 17, said DOE spokesperson Miranda Barbot. “Each of…
Apple donates thousands of face shields to Los Angeles health workers
LOS ANGELES, CA — Doctors, nurses and other health care workers around Los Angeles will be receiving new personal protective equipment, thanks to a donation of 160,000 new face shields, courtesy of Apple Inc. As the Port of Los Angeles confirms, Apple is giving the…
First un-declared International Day of Conscience
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced schools to close in many parts of the world. While this presents great challenges for parents and educators alike, many will agree that the time has never been more appropriate to engage children in discussions about global sustainability and what…
Here’s who’s hiring right now in Long Beach, Culver City, Buena Park, Downey, and Los Angeles
Some industries — from shipping to online learning — are hiring to meet coronavirus-related demand. Here are some of the companies hiring in SoCal right now. Entry Level CAREGiver – Long Beach, CA Description CAREGivers provide a variety of in-home care services for seniors, helping…
Denver pulls pit bull 30-year ban after
DENVER, CO — Denver City Council voted Monday night to remove the pit bull ban that’s been in place for 30 years. In a 7-4 vote, the council passed a new law that would require pit bull owners to get a breed-restricted license and register…
Councilman called to open LA streets to residents during COVID-19 pandemic
LOS ANGELES, CA — Los Angeles City Councilman Mike Bonin called Monday for the city’s streets to be more open for residents to walk and bike during the coronavirus pandemic. Bonin said his office has received an increasing number of requests from residents, especially seniors…
Seattle declared a state of emergency after heavy rain
SEATTLE, WA — Flood concerns continue Thursday in Puget Sound as heavy rain continues to pour throughout the region. The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Issaquah Creek through Thursday night, and high waters were causing fresh problems on roads in King and…
Doctors advise the importance of children physically active during COVID-19 pandemic
Doctors have stressed the importance of children remaining physically active in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, hoping to prevent kids from tumbling down a dangerous, unhealthy path due to the absence of school and structure. “The important thing that I would push is a…
Warm weather is keeping Chicago residents inside
CHICAGO, IL — While Chicagoans are being asked to stay home to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, the warm weather forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday is sparking concerns about whether residents will be able to maintain social distancing. According to the National Weather…