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Omicron subvariant BA.2 spreading rapidly in LA and across the nation

LOS ANGELES — The percentage of omicron subvariant BA.2 cases is rising in Los Angeles County, a trend seen elsewhere nationwide as officials sound the alarm about Congress’s failure to provide critical funding for vaccinations, tests and anti-COVID-19 drugs.

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Omicron subvariant BA.2 spreading rapidly in L.A. and across the nation

LOS ANGELES — The percentage of omicron subvariant BA.2 cases is rising in Los Angeles County, a trend seen elsewhere nationwide as officials sound the alarm about Congress’ failure to provide critical funding for vaccinations, tests and anti-COVID drugs.

Los Angeles Times

Average LA County gas tops $6 a gallon as nationwide prices continue to drop

LOS ANGELES — Pain at the pump in California continued Tuesday, as the average price of a gallon of regular-grade gasoline in Los Angeles County exceeded $6 a gallon even as the average price nationwide continues to drop.

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Authorities investigate crash of LA sheriff's helicopter

Authorities are investigating the crash of a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department rescue helicopter that left six people injured in mountains northeast of downtown LA

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LA County sheriff’s helicopter crashes in Azusa; passengers airlifted to hospital

LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County sheriff’s helicopter has crash-landed in the Azusa-Glendora area with five passengers on board.

Los Angeles Times

School districts across LA County go mask optional; Los Angeles Unified is an exception

LOS ANGELES — Monday marked the first day since most schools reopened in spring 2021 that students across Los Angeles County have the option to remove their masks in class — although the L.A. Unified School District is an exception.

Los Angeles Times

LA County offering free anti-COVID pills to newly infected people

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County this week launched the “test to treat” COVID-19 program announced by President Joe Biden in his State of the Union address, which offers anti-COVID pills for free to newly infected people who get tested, or show their test results, at select pharmacies with on-site…

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Widespread sexual abuse of girls plagued LA County detention camp, women allege

LOS ANGELES — At least 20 women say they were sexually assaulted over the course of a dozen years at Camp Scott, Los Angeles County's all-girls juvenile detention facility, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday.

Los Angeles Times

LA coronavirus cases continue decline but hot spots remain

LOS ANGELES — Coronavirus transmission continues to decline in Los Angeles County after the months-long surge driven by the omicron variant, with the county health department on Saturday announcing just 1% of tests performed daily are coming back positive. But some hot spots remain, with outbreaks reported at multiple correctional…

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Killer of Jacqueline Avant pleads guilty

Aariel Maynor pleaded guilty in the fatal shooting of Avant and the attempted murder of her security guard at her Beverly Hills home in December, Los Angeles County prosecutors said.

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LA District Attorney George Gascon wouldn't compromise, until he did. Now, no one is happy

LOS ANGELES — Since taking over as Los Angeles County's district attorney, George Gascon had refused to compromise on sweeping changes he said were needed to remake an office he believed was prioritizing convictions and lengthy prison sentences over justice.

Los Angeles Times

LA County hits crucial coronavirus milestone, set to lift indoor mask rules Friday

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County has officially exited the high coronavirus community level as calculated by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, meaning it is on track to lift its indoor mask order Friday.

Los Angeles Times

LA deputies fatally shoot man who attacked another with garden claw in Bellflower

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies shot and killed a man in Bellflower early Thursday after he stabbed another individual with a 3-foot garden claw, authorities said.

Los Angeles Times

LA County bars, offices, gyms can drop mask rules with COVID vaccine verification

LOS ANGELES — Fully vaccinated individuals will soon be able to shed their masks indoors at Los Angeles County establishments that screen the inoculation status of visitors and patrons, health officials said Wednesday.

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Greater Los Angeles homeless count resumes after pandemic-related hiatus

LOS ANGELES — After a yearlong hiatus during the pandemic, thousands of volunteers will fan out across Los Angeles County this week to conduct the annual count of the region's homeless population.

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Sheriff's deputy testifies he attended seven 'inking parties' linked to Compton group

LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy associated with the gang-like group of deputies with matching tattoos from Compton station testified that he has attended about seven so-called inking parties since he first saw the image on a shirt more than a decade ago.

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LA County's daily count of new coronavirus cases continues to decline

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County public health officials on Saturday reported 3,221 new cases of the coronavirus and 85 related deaths, as infections continued to decline following a surge fueled by the omicron variant.

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles DA Gascón backtracks on policies on juveniles, life sentences

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County prosecutors can now seek to try juveniles as adults and pursue life sentences against defendants in certain cases, according to memos issued Friday by Dist. Atty. George Gascón, marking a major shift in his all-or-nothing stances on certain criminal justice reform issues.

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LA County forecasts indoor mask mandate easing by late March

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County’s indoor mask mandate will likely be lifted by the end of next month, a top health official said this week, though that timetable could potentially be even shorter should the federal guidance on face coverings change.

Benzinga

Microsoft's Activision Acquisition Triggers Regulatory Subpoenas Over Workplace Harassment

The Wall Street Journal reports that federal and state regulators have broadened their investigations into Activision Blizzard Inc's (NASDAQ:ATVI) leadership role in handling workplace misconduct claims. State watchdog, The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing subpoenaed Activision's directors over its workplace issues. It also has subpoenaed police departments in the Los Angeles area…

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LA County lifts outdoor mask mandate

LOS ANGELES — As the number of hospitalized coronavirus-positive patients continues to fall, Los Angeles County relaxed its outdoor masking rules Wednesday.

Benzinga

Vaccinated Patrons Can Now Enjoy Disneyland Without Face Masks

The Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) looks to make face coverings optional for fully vaccinated guests indoors and outdoors at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts from February 17. Those who are not fully vaccinated will continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations at its parks in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Face coverings…

Los Angeles Times

LA County will lift outdoor mask mandate Wednesday

LOS ANGELES — As the number of hospitalized coronavirus-positive patients continues to fall, Los Angeles County will relax its outdoor masking rules just after midnight Wednesday, a top health official confirmed.

Los Angeles Times

LA County officials urge caution for Super Bowl gatherings as coronavirus cases continue to drop

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County public health authorities are urging people to celebrate the Super Bowl with caution as new coronavirus cases continue to decline following a surge fueled by the omicron variant.

Los Angeles Times

Kern County sheriff’s recruitment video appeals to LA deputies opposed to vaccine mandate

LOS ANGELES — Kern County officials this week posted a recruitment video on social media urging Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies who are opposed to vaccine mandates to apply for positions with their neighbor to the north.

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