News Emely Chavarria News Emely Chavarria

Going Off the Rails: Public Health and Transit Concerns

Despite the widespread closures of public spaces due to the coronavirus pandemic, businesses deemed essential have remained open. This includes public transportation, even in face of a significant decrease in demand. Those who depend on public transportation have routes that may now be disrupted due to the rising health concerns. Additionally, walking doesn't seem to be a viable alternative for the majority of people in LA, particularly those with a long commute to work.

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Coronavirus, News, 2020 in Review Vanessa O’Brien Coronavirus, News, 2020 in Review Vanessa O’Brien

Dine-In at Home and Order Takeout

With closure of dine-in restaurants throughout California, the demand for takeout services has increased. Third party ordering platforms such as "Grubhub," "Postmates," and "DoorDash" have quickly grown in popularity due to current circumstances. Major food delivery apps have assisted owners during this transition to help generate income and keep business afloat.

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Culture, Art Kristina Stolbova Culture, Art Kristina Stolbova

Virtual Museum Tours

Due to the pandemic, you can now take a close look at art exhibitions from the comfort of your living room. Museums are opening virtual tours and they are available for anyone and anywhere in the world.

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Coronavirus, News, 2020 in Review Chrissa Loukas Coronavirus, News, 2020 in Review Chrissa Loukas

Safer at Home Extended, Easter Weekend Closures and Economic "Whiplash"

Half a million of Americans are now infected with COVID-19 and fatalities numbers surpassed every other country. Los Angeles extended measures till May 15 and Santa Monica Closed beaches and markets amid Easter weekend. Free testing in LA comes with priorities. Food and ventilator donations due to the pandemic’s financial crisis.

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Coronavirus, News, 2020 in Review Kiran Baez Coronavirus, News, 2020 in Review Kiran Baez

LA Mayor requires Face Masks for all Essential workers; Enables businesses to deny unprotected patrons

Los Angeles City Mayor Eric Garcetti ordered most essential workers, patrons and guests to wear protective face coverings or masks in a press conference Tuesday afternoon. The order, which goes into effect on Friday at midnight, effectively mandates that masks be worn anywhere outside the home.

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Opinion Johan Rosdahl Opinion Johan Rosdahl

What Do We Do When Apocalypse Hits?

For many, myself included, the rapid development of the Coronavirus, COVID-19, has turned everyday life on its head. I’ve spent more hours on my couch in the past week than I would like to admit and it’s getting harder every day to remember what real pants feel like.

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Coronavirus, News Chrissa Loukas Coronavirus, News Chrissa Loukas

Stimulus Package Pay Day is Near, While Angelenos are Called to Wear Masks

All countries urged to make public health affordable, while caution against early cancellation of measures. California expands telehealth video-chats and Angelenenos are advised to wear masks in public. Santa Monica enforces strict measures as will shut down construction sites that do not follow COVID-19 guidelines. $1,200 on the way, as unemployment claims skyrocket and rent along with water bills are suspended.

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Culture, Entertainment Carolyn Burt Culture, Entertainment Carolyn Burt

Games That Will Have You Feeling Nostalgic

As college campuses across the country are sending students home for the remainder of the semester, many have found themselves with a bit more time on their hands than they had originally anticipated. While there are plenty of ways to stay productive - reading a book, organizing your room, going on a social distanced walk around the neighborhood - giving the brain a break has its benefits as well.

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Culture, Entertainment Tatiana Louder Culture, Entertainment Tatiana Louder

"Calling All Earthlings" to Stay Indoors

Life’s a beach. Or, it was for Californians before social distancing- defined for the first time this month by Merriam’s Webster as “the practice of maintaining a greater than usual physical distance from other people or of avoiding direct contact with people or objects in public places during the outbreak of a contagious disease in order to minimize exposure and reduce the transmission of infection.”

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