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COVID-19

Three years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic on March 11, 2020, KCET brings you the latest on the coronavirus and perspectives on it has impacted Southern California. Visit the CDC website for the latest information.

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom | AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli
In a press conference Tuesday afternoon, Governor Gavin Newsom offered some practical — if difficult — guidance for parents.
Illustration of hands with taco and hand sanitizer superimposed over grocery store shelves | Chava Sanchez/LAist
I understand that coronavirus is scary. But I get why no one here is freaking out. I grew up in the black and brown margins of L.A. And for people, especially people of color, on the margins of society, a pandemic is just another boogie-man.
Coronavirus information poster | Alyssa Jeong Perry/LAist
As coronavirus spreads, even very young children will likely hear or see something about the disease. When they do, they'll probably have questions. To get some tips, I talked to a couple of experts.
The L.A. Unified School District will open resource centers this week that will serve meals to kids and also open grab-and-go sites. | Benjamin Brayfield/KPCC
We are compiling this list of resources for families who may need help, and we will update as we hear more. In many cases, particularly when it comes to school districts, meals will only be given to individuals 18 or younger who are there in person.
The Fox Swap Meet on Lincoln Boulevard in Los Angeles is nearly deserted on March 16, 2020. | Emily Guerin/LAist
City and state authorities are requiring bars, movie theaters and gyms to close to prevent the spread of coronavirus. But for other kinds of small businesses, the decision is up to them.
Empty playground swings | Aaron Burden/Unsplash
I went to the experts for some tips on activities that will keep your kids entertained and learning, and your nerves less frayed, hopefully.
View of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. | Gabriel Bouys/AFP/Getty Images
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, local hospitals are bracing for a surge in patients, while some healthcare workers say preparation efforts aren't enough.
Outside of L.A.U.S.D. Administrative offices | Frederic J. Brown/AFP/Getty Images)
The Los Angeles Unified School District has announced plans to cancel in-person instruction starting Monday as the coronavirus spreads worldwide.
U.S. Speaker of the House Rep. Nancy Pelosi makes a statement late Friday about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act | Alex Wong/Getty Images
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a relief bill late Friday night aimed at containing the widening effects of the coronavirus on the nation's economy, public health and well-being. Here's how it will affect you.
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