Los Angeles Runs Out of Vaccine Doses
The City of Los Angeles has temporarily closed five of its COVID-19 vaccination super-centers, including the one at Dodger Stadium, because of a shortage of vaccine supplies. L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti is urging state and federal officials to fix the problem.
Vocalist Spreads Joy During Pandemic
A professional vocalist is doing her part to help people during the pandemic. Nova Jimenez is serenading the elderly at a retirement home, just in time for Valentine's Day.
Reporter: Chloe Veltman, KQED
Students, Teachers Wait for Word on School Reopening
Governor Gavin Newsom is currently negotiating with legislators over a deal that could be reached as early as Friday. The $6.6 billion deal could send students back this year, starting with the youngest, perhaps up through elementary school.
Reporter: Katie Orr, KQED
L.A. Leaders Demand Vaccinations for School Staff
Dozens of community and business leaders have sent a letter to Governor Newsom and the L.A. County Board of Supervisors, demanding that school staff get COVID vaccines before they can reopen. But there could be a delay in getting the doses to teachers.
Reporter: Caleigh Wells, KCRW
Some Republicans Seek Alternative to Current GOP
Although he lost the election and is in the midst of a post-presidential impeachment trial, Donald Trump maintains his grip on the GOP. But a group of Republicans and former party officials are discussing the possibility of forming a new center-right party.
Reporter: Scott Shafer, KQED