LA County using CARES Act money to partially pay PR firms for COVID-19 messaging; now totaling $2.9 million

Los Angeles County has extended agreements with two PR firms hired to guide the county’s COVID-19 messaging and is using federal CARES Act money to offset part of the cost of their contracts, which now total $2.9 million, according to documents obtained exclusively by FOX 11.

Holiday plans? Map shows real-time COVID-19 risk for gatherings, by county

A real-time map shows the risk of encountering someone infected with COVID-19 at an upcoming holiday gathering, based on the number in attendance and the county in which the event is held.

Cruise ship ends Caribbean voyage early due to COVID-19

The SeaDream, carrying 66 crew and more than 50 passengers, ended its trip early when at least five passengers tested positive.

Feds announce coronavirus vaccine agreement with drug stores

Federal health officials have reached an agreement with pharmacies across the U.S. to distribute free coronavirus vaccines after they become available to the public.

Post-election warfare clouds chances for COVID relief bill

President-elect Joe Biden’s top allies on Capitol Hill adopted a combative posture on COVID-19 relief on Thursday, accusing Washington Republicans of dragging their feet in acknowledging Biden’s victory while doubling down on a $2 trillion-plus relief bill that’s a nonstarter with congressional Republicans.

‘Drools’ the dog finds loving home after spending 729 days in shelter

After spending more than 700 days in a Colorado animal shelter, “Drools” the 4-year-old pit bull-boxer mix has finally found a forever home.

Compromised COVID test ruins woman’s Hawaiian vacation

A Bay Area woman's vacation was ruined by a compromised COVID-19 test. She flew to Hawaii and back immediately because she would have had to quarantine.

Plant-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate enters Phase 2 trial

A biopharmaceutical company has announced positive Phase 1 trial results of a potential plant-based COVID-19 vaccine.

Texas becomes 1st state to surpass 1 million COVID-19 cases

Texas, the nation’s second-most populous state, has recorded 1,010,364 coronavirus cases with 19,337 deaths since the pandemic began in early March, according to the count on the Johns Hopkins website.

Travel doctor shares flying, driving safety tips for Thanksgiving

If you are planning on traveling over the Thanksgiving holiday, an Emory travel physician says there are lots of things you can do to lower your risk of exposure to the coronavirus.