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Coronavirus Upends LA Life From Closures To TP Shortages

Classes, games, concerts and plays were canceled. Theme parks and City Hall closed and panicked shoppers made a run on toilet paper in LA.

OC Public School Closures Recommended During Coronavirus Outbreak

"Simply put, we are in uncharted waters, and the time has come to hit the pause button until we know more," the OC Superintendent says.

Los Angeles Unified To Close Schools Due To Coronavirus

California's largest school district will close schools effective Monday, impacting more than 730,000 students and their families.

Disneyland Donates Excess To Food Bank Amid Coronavirus Shutdown

No food will be wasted, according to the Disneyland Resort. During the shutdown, all excess food is going to OC's Second Harvest Food Bank.

LBUSD Schools Closing Due To Coronavirus Concerns

The Long Beach Unified School District announced schools will be closed from March 16 to April 20.

Knott's Berry Farm Closes During Coronavirus Shutdown

The unprecedented times continue at southern California theme parks. On Friday, Knott's Berry Farm announced this closure information.

Culver City Resident Tests Positive For Coronavirus

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is aware of the case and is following up with the resident, the City of Culver City said.

2 Coronavirus Cases Reported In Manhattan Beach

A person that tested positive for the new coronavirus told the City of Manhattan Beach they have been in self-isolation at home.

Starbucks Sued Over $1.70 Gift Card Cash Redemption

A customer alleges he was wrongfully denied him a $1.70 cash redemption for the balance on his gift card at a West Hollywood Starbucks.

TV And Film Production Fall Victim To Coronavirus

Television shows are suspending filming or scrapping live audiences, and several Disney films productions are on hold due to the coronavirus

LA Catholic Schools Close Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Catholic Schools spanning three Southern California counties will shut down for the month of March, the Archdiocese announced.

Storms Sets Los Angeles Rain Records

The first of back-to-back Pacific storms set rainfall records Thursday, in part, making up for a bone-dry February.

Shut Offs Suspended Due To Coronavirus Outbreak: SoCal Gas

SoCal Gas has your back to keep you warm and in hot water during the coronavirus pandemic.

Lake Forest Music Teacher Arrested On Child Molestation Charges

He gave private music lessons and taught/performed at many south Orange County schools. OCSD believes there could be more victims out there.

Coronavirus Testing Underway At San Juan Capistrano Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics is working to get out numerous testing kits while residents await further instructions on how to be tested for COVID-19.

BeachLife Festival Postponed In Redondo Beach

The BeachLife Festival was scheduled for May 1-3 at Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach.

Rancho Palos Verdes Park Buildings, Events Canceled Amid COVID-19

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes announced closures and cancellations in an effort to stop the spread of the new coronavirus.

Agoura Hills Closes City Hall, Rec Center Amid Coronavirus

All upcoming City events will also be canceled or rescheduled.

Beverly Hills Launches Coronavirus Hotline, Cancels City Events

The public library is also closed, and the Farmers' Market is canceled, due to concerns over the new coronavirus outbreak.

Hermosa Beach Postpones, Cancels Large Events Due To Coronavirus

Events on city property expected to draw 250 or more people will be postponed or canceled in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.