Control Operators challenged more than 2,000 time-wasting 999 callers last year – saving London Fire Brigade almost £800k

From Cal/OSHA complaints to uniting with unions, workers can take some action if they feel their workplaces aren't keeping them safe during the coronavirus pandemic.

In all, the state received some 3 million surgical masks made by BYD, a company known for building electric vehicles with an assembly plant in Los Angeles County.

Jeff Shell, whose 'Trolls World Tour' comments upset theater owners, reaffirms that digital releases will be part of Universal Pictures' new reality.

Job seeking in an uncertain economy is difficult enough. Throw in fears of contracting the coronavirus, home quarantines and hiring freezes, and the hunt becomes harder.

Mortgage companies are letting home owners with coronavirus-related financial hardships delay payments, but the process is confusing

Cedars-Sinai is embroiled in a political battle over Trump's remarks on a potential virus treatment.

A catch in the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program could disqualify many workers.

Workers crammed virtually shoulder-to-shoulder to tend production lines moving at inexorable speeds, high rates of disease and injury, low pay and unforgiving rules on time off or meal and bathroom breaks. Descriptions of today's meatpacking industry sound lifted from Upton Sinclair.

There's been talk of creating immunity passports for workers using coronavirus antibody tests, but they're in short supply and not 100% accurate.

Eric Hofmann told San Luis Obispo officials he would bus in "hundreds and hundreds of pissed off people potentially adding to this pandemic."

Justices hear a dispute over Trump administration rules to limit contraception requirements. Hospitalized Ruth Bader Ginsburg calls in.

An L.A. woman was to fly from LAX to Toronto and back. The airline canceled the flight. It won't give her a refund nor will the booking agency.

Mitch McConnell has promised that the next coronavirus bill would protect business owners from lawsuits related to COVID-19.

Tourism officials estimate 75% of Los Angeles travel-related workers have been furloughed.

José R. Ralat's new book, 'American Tacos,' goes deep on north-of-the-border taco culture.

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing shutdown have left many restaurants uncertain about their future.

For the best flavor, lightly char the outside of a whole cauliflower, then drench it in a bright lemon-tahini sauce.

Olympic figure skater Mirai Nagasu, who grew up in her parents' restaurant in Arcadia, is determined not to let the coronavirus close the family business.

When you're down and troubled and need a helping hand, these food YouTubers are here to guide the way.

Food gives us the immediate sense of satisfaction and comfort. Most important, it shows us that there is still beauty in simple things.

Milo & Olive gives us the recipe for their giant garlic knots, which the restaurant now also offers as a take-and-bake item

As part of his hit YouTube series, John Krasinski hosted a virtual potluck with Stanley Tucci, Martha Stewart, Guy Fieri and David Chang. Yes, really.

When Jonathan Gold was gathering people at his house in Pasadena for a night off from eating out, fried chicken was usually what he made.

During coronavirus quarantine, good snacks are essential and this trail mix from a small, female-owned food company is the best out there.

Cooking editor Genevieve Ko teaches deputy Food editor Andrea Chang and columnist Lucas Kwan Peterson her beer-braised chicken recipes on a Zoom call.

Home cooks can get sushi-grade fish and dry-aged steaks for cheap, but at what cost?

French baker Apollonia Poilâne's latest cookbook, "Poilâne," teaches techniques and gives recipes for what to do with all that bread.

This fast, easy chocolate soufflé recipe requires only three ingredients.

Sqirl's Sourdough Scones

The superlative scones at Sqirl restaurant are a master class in balancing extravagance and simplicity.

This coronavirus quarantine dessert recipe is surprisingly simple. The easiest chocolate souffle recipe has only three ingredients and is ready in less than 30 minutes.

Scallion pancakes are a savory Chinese stovetop bread that can be a fun cooking project. They use a dough that doesn't require yeast.

The revival of Tokyo Gardens' classic chashu shumai has been a much-needed bright spot during the pandemic — and a reminder of the resiliency of L.A.'s Asian American community.

Restaurants offering Mother's Day specials (including brunch and tea) in Los Angeles and Orange County.

A list of currently available produce from local farmers.

One opinion on the best (and worst) Ben & Jerry's flavors

Make these dishes for your mom at home or pack and ship treats to wherever she's quarantining.

Now that sourdough baking has become a shutdown trend, here are some suggestions for what to do with extra starter.

This buttery, silky scrambled egg recipe comes together in five minutes and uses chopsticks to make cooking easy.

Los Angeles magazine called it 'aggressively mediocre,' but its simple food and family-style seating reminded me of my Queens childhood.

This easy mimosa recipe with Champage, orange juice and liqueur is the best cocktail for a Mother's Day brunch at home.

Brown butter warms up a generous amount of ground cinnamon for the crunchy topping in this spin on a classic crumb cake.

These cleaning tips will help you wash dishes efficiently and get them extra clean. Plus, they may help you find the joy of cleaning up.

Andrea Bartz's novel, "The Herd," is a mystery wrapped around a parody of The Wing

Los Angeles Times sportswriters and editors pick their favorite sports books.

Portland's beloved indie bookstore Powell's Books rehired more than 100 employees after seeing a surge in online orders.

A after visiting every U.S. county in the lower 48, William Least Heat-Moon is the master of the topographical journey. Now 80, he takes another trip through his new novel — into the imperfect history of American democracy.

Eric Nusbaum's "Stealing Home" follows a family displaced from Chavez Ravine, where Dodger Stadium was built.

In his new book, Colton Underwood — who was recently diagnosed with coronavirus — talks about being manipulated by producers on "The Bachelor."