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Los Angeles Times 5/21/20
May 21, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.57 MBIt’s Thursday, May 21st. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will host plenty of sunshine, with a high of 82 and a low tonight of 59. Our top story: California recorded 132 new coronavirus deaths Tuesday. That's the most in a single day in the state since the pandemic began. The rise also pushed the state's death toll past 3,400. But while the death count is rising, other metrics show significant progress.
Los Angeles Times 5/20/20
May 20, 2020 13:00 - 6 minutes - 2.84 MBIt’s Wednesday, May 20th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and a low tonight of 57. Our top story: Los Angeles County officials' newest goal is to reopen the economy more fully by July 4th. The goal was announced during a Board of Supervisors meeting yesterday.
Los Angeles Times 5/19/20
May 19, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.58 MBIt’s Tuesday, May 19th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly sunny and cool, with a high of 71 and a low tonight of 56. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom eased California's reopening rules yesterday. In all, Newsom said current data on the spread of the coronavirus suggested some counties would be able to add in-person retail shopping and spectator-free sporting events as soon as the first week in June. ...
Los Angeles Times 5/18/20
May 18, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.71 MBIt’s Monday, May 18th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 71 and a low tonight of 54. We could also see a couple of rain showers. Our top story: A criminal investigation is underway after an explosion in downtown LA injured 11 firefighters and damaged several buildings Saturday.
Los Angeles Times 5/15/20
May 15, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.56 MBIt’s Friday, May 15th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and a low tonight of 60. Our top story: With California's economy hobbled by the coronavirus, Governor Gavin Newsom asked lawmakers yesterday to sharply curtail spending on public schools and an array of government services. He also warned that additional cuts could be necessary by year's end.
Los Angeles Times 5/14/20
May 14, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.48 MBIt’s Thursday, May 14th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 76 and a low tonight of 58. Our top story: LA Mayor Eric Garcetti announced yesterday that all Angelenos, except for small children and those with certain disabilities, would be required to wear face coverings outside. The announcement comes as public health officials continue to ease restrictions in Los Angeles County....
Los Angeles Times 5/13/20
May 13, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.53 MBIt’s Wednesday, May 13th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly cloudy, with a high of 74 and a low tonight of 58. Our top story: Los Angeles County’s stay-at-home orders will, “with all certainty,” be extended for the next 3 months. That's according to county Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer.
Los Angeles Times 5/12/20
May 12, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.69 MBIt’s Tuesday, May 12th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. We could see some mist this morning. Otherwise, it will be mostly cloudy with a high of 71 and a low tonight of 57. Our top story: Although some hope the worst of California’s coronavirus crisis has passed, there are signs the pandemic in the Golden State has merely stabilized.
Los Angeles Times 5/11/20
May 11, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.72 MBIt’s Monday, May 11th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly sunny, with a high of 73 and a low tonight of 55. Our top story: Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin (Muh-NEW-chin) expects joblessness to get worse before it gets better. Business shutdowns due to the pandemic brought the economy nearly to a stop in April, and last week's jobless rate of 14-point-7 percent was the highest since the 1940s.
Los Angeles Times 5/8/20
May 08, 2020 13:00 - 4 minutes - 1.85 MBIt’s Friday, May 8th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and a low tonight of 59. Our top story: California begins easing stay-at-home orders today as part of the Governor’s four-phase plan. That means in LA County, some retailers -- such as bookstores and florists -- are open for curbside pickup, but in-store shopping is not allowed.
Los Angeles Times 5/7/20
May 07, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 1.35 MBIt’s Thursday, May 7th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be sunny, with a high of 96 and a low tonight of 61. There’s also a risk of dehydration and heatstroke if you’re outside for extended periods of time, so be careful! Our top story: Stores that sell toys, music, books, clothing, and sporting goods can open tomorrow in LA. But they can only offer curbside pickup. Florists and car dealers can also resume business....
Los Angeles Times 5/6/20
May 06, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.78 MBIt’s Wednesday, May 6th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 91 and a low tonight of 66. Our top story: California has recorded its first week-over-week decline in reported coronavirus deaths. That's a promising, if preliminary sign of progress as Governor Gavin Newsom prepares to reopen some businesses this week. California reported its highest one-week death toll 2 weeks ago....
Los Angeles Times 5/5/20
May 05, 2020 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.32 MBIt’s Tuesday, May 5th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and a low tonight of 64. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom announced yesterday that some retail stores across the state can reopen with modifications as early as Friday amid growing pressure to ease the stay-at-home order.
Los Angeles Times 5/4/20
May 04, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.7 MBIt’s Monday, May 4th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will host plenty of sunshine, with a high of 82 and a low tonight of 61. Our top story: People in several Orange County cities protested Governor Gavin Newsom's order to close the beaches. At the Newport Beach pier Saturday, about 70 people gathered in a parking lot and started walking across the beach to the ocean.
Los Angeles Times 5/1/20
May 01, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.67 MBIt’s Friday, May 1st. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly sunny, with a high of 80 and a low tonight of 58. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom directed the temporary closure of state and local beaches in Orange County yesterday. That’s because thousands flocked to the shoreline there last weekend in defiance of a statewide stay-at-home order, enacted to stem the spread of the coronavirus.
Los Angeles Times 4/30/20
April 30, 2020 13:00 - 5 minutes - 2.32 MBIt’s Thursday, April 30th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly cloudy, with a high of 80 and a low tonight of 60. Our top story: All Los Angeles County residents can now get a free coronavirus test, even if they don't have symptoms, at testing sites run by the city of LA. Previously, only essential workers and residents of institutional facilities could get tested without showing symptoms.
Los Angeles Times 4/29/20
April 29, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.68 MBIt’s Wednesday, April 29th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will host some brightening but partly cloudy skies, with a high of 83 and a low tonight of 61. Our top story: California businesses seen as presenting less risk of spreading the coronavirus could open in the near future under a plan Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled yesterday.
Los Angeles Times 4/28/20
April 28, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.47 MBIt’s Tuesday, April 28th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be sunny and very warm, with a high of 85 and a low tonight of 60. Our top story: Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced yesterday that coronavirus testing capabilities are continuing to expand. He also said asymptomatic essential workers including delivery, ride-hail, and taxi drivers, as well as journalists, will now be able to be tested for the virus. ...
Los Angeles Times 4/27/20
April 27, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.69 MBIt’s Monday, April 27th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be very sunny and warm, with a high of 82 and a low tonight of 60. Our top story: Officials said yesterday that people who live in LA County's poor communities are 3 times more likely to die of COVID-19 than those in wealthier areas. Neighborhoods where at least 30 percent of residents live in poverty have seen about 16.5 deaths per 100,000 people.
Los Angeles Times 4/24/20
April 24, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.82 MBIt’s Friday, April 24th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will host plenty of sizzling sunshine, so be careful if you’re doing any strenuous activities outside. Highs will also be around 95 degrees before dropping to 68 tonight. Our top story: Health officials say COVID-19 is now the leading cause of death in LA county. That means it surpasses fatalities from the flu, emphysema, and heart disease.
Los Angeles Times 4/23/20
April 23, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.59 MBIt’s Thursday, April 23rd. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be sunny and warmer, with a high of 93 and a low tonight of 66. Our top story: President Trump signed an immigration order yesterday, but it was sharply different from what he had described on Tuesday. Trump said he planned to stop new green card applications, but the order did not do that.
Los Angeles Times 4/22/20
April 22, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.82 MBIt’s Wednesday, April 22nd. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will host plenty of sunshine, with a high of 86 and a low tonight of 66. Our top story: President Trump, citing the threat of contagion, ordered a 60-day ban on new immigrants seeking permanent status in the United States yesterday. He also said the ban will cover people seeking green cards that provide permanent status.
Los Angeles Times 4/21/20
April 21, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.55 MBIt’s Tuesday, April 21st. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny, with a high of 74 and a low tonight of 56. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom acknowledged yesterday that pressure from Californians and local governments is building to modify the statewide stay-at-home order due to the coronavirus.
Los Angeles Times 4/20/20
April 20, 2020 13:00 - 4 minutes - 1.83 MBIt’s Monday, April 20th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly cloudy and cool, with a high of 68 and a low tonight of 55. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom said over the weekend that science, not political pressure, would determine when California's economy begins to reopen.
Los Angeles Times 4/17/20
April 17, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.76 MBIt’s Friday, April 17th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. We could see a little rain today. Otherwise, it will be considerably cloudy and cool, with a high of 67 and a low tonight of 55. Our top story: 5.2 (Five-point-two) million people sought unemployment benefits last week, as the waves of layoffs across the country because of the coronavirus continue to knock people out of work.
Los Angeles Times 4/16/20
April 16, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.49 MBIt’s Thursday, April 16th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly sunny, with a high of 74 and a low tonight of 58. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom announced yesterday that Californians without legal immigration status, who have been affected by the novel coronavirus, will be eligible to receive cash payments. The plan will offer $500 grants for undocumented individuals and up to $1,000 for families. ...
Los Angeles Times 4/15/20
April 15, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.73 MBIt’s Wednesday, April 15th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will host plenty of sunshine, with a high of 80 and a low tonight of 56. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom yesterday outlined 6 goals that California must meet before it can gradually begin lifting its stay-at-home order. Among them, the state needs to increase coronavirus testing, protect high-risk residents from infection, and expand hospital capacity. ...
Los Angeles Times 4/14/20
April 14, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.38 MBIt’s Tuesday, April 14th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly cloudy and warmer, with a high of 78 and a low tonight of 55. Our top story: The governors of California, Washington, and Oregon have agreed to work together on a plan to lift restrictions on daily life and reopen economies along the West Coast. The governors said yesterday they will be guided by data and will work with local communities.
Los Angeles Times 4/13/20
April 13, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.75 MBIt’s Monday, April 13th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly sunny but cool, with a high of 67 and a low tonight of 54. Our top story: LA County health officials warned Friday that the stay-at-home order could last into the summer. They also said that the region needs to significantly increase social distancing to slow the spread of coronavirus.
Los Angeles Times 4/10/20
April 10, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.78 MBIt’s Friday, April 10th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. We could see some rain this morning. Otherwise, it will be partly cloudy with a high of 64 and a low tonight of 51. Our top story: Nearly 17 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits in the last 3 weeks. That’s the fastest surge of layoffs and economic decline in US history.
Los Angeles Times 4/9/20
April 09, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.58 MBIt’s Thursday, April 9th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly cloudy and cool with times of rain. Highs will be around 60 degrees before dropping to 52 tonight. Our top story: LA County health officials released preliminary data this week that showed black residents were dying from the coronavirus at a slightly higher rate than other races. The data was based on just 57 percent of reported deaths as of Tuesday...
Los Angeles Times 4/8/20
April 08, 2020 13:15 - 4 minutes - 2.26 MBIt’s Wednesday, April 8th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. We could see some rain today. Otherwise, it will be rather cloudy and cool with a high of 63 and a low tonight of 52. Our top story: Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced a new order yesterday requiring customers and essential workers to wear face coverings, to help reduce the spread of the coronavirus.
Los Angeles Times 4/7/20
April 07, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.64 MBIt’s Tuesday, April 7th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. We could see some rain and thunderstorms today. But otherwise, it will be mostly cloudy with a high of 64 and a low tonight of 51. Our top story: Yesterday, Los Angeles County health officials urged residents to stay indoors this week and even avoid shopping if possible. The urgent guidance comes as the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the county have now topped ...
Los Angeles Times 4/6/20
April 06, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.72 MBIt’s Monday, April 6th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Expect some rain and the occasional thunderstorm today. Otherwise, it will be cool and cloudy with a high of 62 and a low tonight of 52. Our top story: Riverside County's public health officer took an unprecedented step this weekend, ordering all residents to cover their faces when leaving home. Dr.
Los Angeles Times 4/3/20
April 03, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.73 MBIt’s Friday, April 3rd. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and a low tonight of 53. Our top story: Governor Gavin Newsom said yesterday that face coverings are beneficial in grocery stores, but his administration has stopped short of telling Californians to wear them.
Los Angeles Times 4/2/20
April 02, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.64 MBIt’s Thursday, April 2nd. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny, with a high of 73 and a low tonight of 56. Our top story: The U-C system has announced that it will ease admission requirements for fall 2020 due to disruptions to schools during the coronavirus pandemic. In all, it plans to eliminate the S-A-T test score and minimum grade requirements.
Los Angeles Times 4/1/20
April 01, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 1.78 MBIt’s Wednesday, April 1st. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be partly cloudy and pleasant, with a high of 73 and a low tonight of 57. Our top story: California is releasing 3,500 inmates early to reduce crowding as COVID-19 infections begin to spread inside prisons. The inmates were convicted of nonviolent crimes and were already due to be released within 60 days. And the releases are to be conducted within the next sev...
Los Angeles Times 1/8/20
January 08, 2020 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.13 MBIt’s Wednesday, January 8th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. We could see some fog this morning, but otherwise, it will be partly sunny with highs around 66 and a low of 46. Our top story: California Congressman Duncan Hunter formally informed House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Governor Gavin Newsom that he will resign from office on Monday.
Los Angeles Times 1/7/20
January 07, 2020 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.44 MBIt’s Tuesday, January 7th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and a low tonight of 48. Our top story: More than a dozen Los Angeles police officers are suspected of falsifying records from traffic stops and wrongly portraying people as gang members.
Los Angeles Times 1/6/20
January 06, 2020 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.17 MBIt’s Monday, January 6th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Expect plenty of sunshine today with a high of 75 and a low of 50. Tonight will be clear. Our top story is: The skeletal remains of a Japanese American man who died in 1945 while he was incarcerated at the Manzanar internment camp have been found in the Eastern Sierra.
Los Angeles Times 1/3/20
January 03, 2020 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.31 MBIt’s Friday, January 3rd. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny and delightful, with a high of 72 and a low tonight of 49. Our top story: Yesterday, the Trump administration announced a temporary ban on many candy and fruit-flavored vaping products. Manufacturers of certain vaping products in youth-friendly flavors must also stop selling the products within 30 days of the ban.
Los Angeles Times 1/2/20
January 02, 2020 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.13 MBIt’s Thursday, January 2nd. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today will be mostly sunny, with a high of 68 and a low tonight of 50. Our top story: California could lose a congressional seat for the first time in its history as a state. That's based on US Census Bureau population estimates released this week.
Los Angeles Times 12/25/19
December 25, 2019 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.18 MBIt’s Wednesday, December 25th. I’m Kyle Sauerhoefer, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Presented by the American Cancer Society, where we're attacking cancer from every angle. Short on time this holiday season? Give the gift of hope by asking your Alexa device to donate to the American Cancer Society, to help fund research, education, patient support, and more. Today will be mostly cloudy and cooler with a high of 56 and a low of 47.
Los Angeles Times 12/23/19
December 23, 2019 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.43 MBIt’s Monday, December 23rd. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Brought to you by the American Cancer Society. This holiday season, join our mission to free the world from cancer. Ask your Alexa device to make a tax deductible donation to American Cancer Society today! Today will be cooler with rain and a thunderstorm, so watch out for flooding. Meanwhile, highs will around 58 degrees and then drop to 49 tonight.
Los Angeles Times 12/20/19
December 20, 2019 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.47 MBIt’s Friday, December 20th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today’s briefing is brought to you by Starbucks at-home coffee, ready to help you find your perfect cup.
Los Angeles Times 12/18/19
December 18, 2019 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.68 MBIt’s Wednesday, December 18th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Presented by the American Cancer Society. We’re on a mission to free the world from cancer. Until then, your donations help us fund research, support patients, and spread the word about prevention. Give a gift now by Asking Alexa to donate to the American Cancer Society! It’ll be mostly cloudy today, and seasonably cool, with a high of 64.
Los Angeles Times 12/16/19
December 16, 2019 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.36 MBIt’s Monday, December 16th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Expect sunshine today, with a high of 69. It’ll be partly cloudy tonight, with a low around 45. Brought to you by the American Cancer Society. 1 in 3 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Your year-end tax deductible gift can help save lives by helping us fund research, education, and support services.
Los Angeles Times 12/13/19
December 13, 2019 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.22 MBIt’s Friday, December 13th. I’m Sam Scholl, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Today’s briefing is brought to you by Starbucks at-home coffee. You’ve got personal taste...and you’ve got coffee taste. Use your smart speaker to bring them together and find the perfect cup. Just ask your Amazon Alexa or Google Home to “find your Starbucks coffee!” Expect plenty of sunshine today with a high of 71 and a low of 54.
Los Angeles Times 12/12/19
December 12, 2019 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.53 MBIt’s Thursday, December 12th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Presented by The Salvation Army. This Christmas, you’re invited to join our fight for the hungry, the homeless, and the hopeless. To give, ask your smart speaker to make a donation to The Salvation Army, or visit SalvationArmyUSA.org to donate. Expect sunshine and areas of high clouds today. The high is 71 with a low of 53. Tonight will be clear.
Los Angeles Times 12/10/19
December 10, 2019 14:00 - 4 minutes - 2.12 MBIt’s Tuesday, December 10th. I’m Mary Regalado, and here’s your local news from The Los Angeles Times. Presented by The Salvation Army. This Christmas, you’re invited to join our fight for the hungry, the homeless, and the hopeless. To give, ask your smart speaker to make a donation to The Salvation Army, or visit SalvationArmyUSA.org to donate. Some sunshine will give way to clouds today. The high is 66 with a low of 49. Clouds will break tonight.