Officials stress stay-at-home campaign and public lands restrictions stay tight as California struggles to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

As California struggled against the pandemic, leaders stress isolation. Public lands restrictions remain tight, especially in L.A. County.

Solvang, Calif., with its windmills and half-timbered architecture, draws more than 1½ million visitors a year. It's a virtual ghost town now.

In fight against pandemic, restrictions remain tight in L.A. County, but easing has begun elsewhere

The plan to reopen the San Bernardino County ski destination in a limited capacity marks the latest effort to allow limited recreation amid the coronavirus outbreak.

As the pandemic battle evolves, much public property is still off-limits but some is open for locals

The islands will keep stay-at-home rules in place to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

As the pandemic fight evolves, some public lands are easing restrictions

As the pandemic fight evolves, state officials have stuck with closures while some cities ease up

Parks are opening the way they closed, each in its own way.

Almost every day, the rules change in the beaches and parks of Southern California. Here's the latest on what's open and closed.

Officials say many restrictions will be in place, to change in four phases.

The coronavirus pandemic did not stop the NFL from scheduling a Giants home game in Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season.

UCLA began spring football practice Tuesday with 99 players available. That's nearly 40 more players than the Bruins had the previous two springs, but backup quarterback reportedly to transfer.

The acceptance of national letters of intent for NCAA Division I and II sports has been suspended until at least April 15.

The Pac-12 announced on Monday it is extending its suspension of all athletic activities until May 31 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Firefighters tackle fire in two flats

Polish composer and conductor Krzysztof Penderecki, known for his monumental orchestral and choral compositions, died in Krakow at 86.

At the mercy of Mother Nature, Mt. Waterman has reopened. Snow is good at the landmark resort in the Angeles National Forest. It will be running on Saturdays and Sundays.

Theodore Payne offers 30-plus virtual tours of native plant landscapes.

There was only one way to avoid my coronavirus spiral, which had me thinking again and again about the end of "Seeking a Friend for the End of the World," about waiting for an asteroid to destroy the planet.

One in three cases of COVID-19 in Sacramento County have been linked to church gatherings, public health officials said.

A UCLA medical epidemiologist and infectious disease expert discusses a possible timeline for reopening California after the coronavirus shutdown.

Robert Kim-Farley, infectious disease expert, says Stage 4 of Gov. Newsom's reopening plan for California may not be implemented until mid to late 2021.

Dermalogica, Byredo open in West Hollywood, Gucci adds a rooftop restaurant on Rodeo and Studio C sails into Newport Beach.

A decade in the making, Tyra Banks' modeling utopia, ModelLand, 'will emulate a fantasy version of the modeling world.' The park opens in Santa Monica in May.

From a spirited Zoom session to binge-watching "Tiger King," there's a smoke-free option to pair with it.

L.A. Unified officials have killed a plan to open 40 family resource centers. The district still will distribute food.

California public schools are likely to be closed for the remainder of the school year, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Tuesday to anxious parents and educators.

Because of the coronavirus outbreak, state public schools are unlikely to reopen, state schools Supt. Tony Thurmond said Tuesday.

School won't be the same when it resumes after coronavirus closures. There could be staggered start times, reconfigured classes and no assemblies.

Cal State will not require SAT or ACT test scores for admissions for 2021-2022 applicants, following a similar decision by UC, other colleges.

What will it take to reopen California schools? Gov. Gavin Newsom is looking toward an earlier start, possibly in late July, but there's not yet a plan for doing so.

L.A school officials say the school year will start Aug. 18, but they plan to take a cautious path forward to reopening campuses as worries persist over health and safety concerns amid the coronavirus outbreak.

The University of California could reopen just one-third to one-half of its dorm rooms this fall to keep safe distances among students amid the coronavirus outbreak. It's unclear which students would get to return to campus or where other students would live.

Accusations of sexual impropriety by powerful men should be taken seriously.

Joe Biden is a flawed individual with a penchant for unwanted touching. Here's why I'll vote for him anyway.

California starts to reopen from coronavirus lockdown. But if we relax vigilance now, we could go back to shutdowns again.

The political push to reopen the economy has overlooked the working parents' dilemma.

Move productions outdoors? Present different work? Faced with so many unknowns, one artistic director vows: "We all will sit in a theater again."

The art was made to be seen, so what happens when it's not? Artists talk about the professional, financial and emotional ramifications.

Crews across London have been getting into the Christmas spirit by holding festive lunches and parties for elderly and vulnerable people who live nearby.

Mexican officials have begun to cave, despite warnings from health authorities

By removing unemployment benefits, states are forcing workers to risk their lives

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

The Cannabis Cafe is selling weed and food through a new drive-thru operation.

The West Adams restaurant Alta Adams reopens with a sliding price scale so people in need can dine for free.

L.A. should be taking inspiration from cities that are experimenting with public space to help businesses during coronavirus lockdowns.

During the coronavirus crisis, food producers, distributors and retailers in California, producer of much of the U.S. food supply, scramble to adapt.

Author James Patterson is donating $500,000 to help indie bookstores across the country. For many L.A. booksellers, that could be a life saver.