The Localist

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

L.A. County reports just 12 new deaths from coronavirus, among least since pandemic began - Hospitalizations remained low at 1,440 people currently, a key metric as officials monitor public behavior.... Read More

Newsom: California places of worship, in-person retail can reopen — with conditions - The new guidelines come just three days after President Trump demanded religious institutions be allowed to reopen. ... Read More

Absent parades and ceremonies, LA County’s Memorial Day featured online memorials, socially distanced sun-seekers - What the weekend lacked due to restrictions, people made up for Monday, May 25, by taking in the beautiful Los Angeles County weather and making the most of a holiday weekend.... Read More

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Half-acre brush fire near Sunland contained by fire crews - Crews from both Los Angeles Fire Department and Los Angeles County Fire Department battled the fire for 40 minutes, officials said. ... Read More

Veteran Jerry Salas, the ‘Miracle Man,’ doesn’t let coronavirus kill him - After 48 days in the hospital, Salas was released May 15 -- 10 days before Memorial Day. Salas, in a wheelchair, received cheers and applause from more than 100 nurses, doctors, administrators and friends as he left.... Read More