SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — The Balboa Art Conservation Center in San Diego and the San Luis Rey Mission Indian Foundation in Vista are among 317 recipients of CARES Act economic stabilization grants to support cultural institutions nationwide that have taken a financial hit due to the coronavirus pandemic, the National Endowment for the Humanities …
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24 Hour Fitness has filed for bankruptcy and is closing locations across San Diego County
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — The national gym chain 24 Hour Fitness has filed for bankruptcy and is closing more than 100 locations, including in San Diego County. 24 Hour Fitness is permanently shuttering four locations in the county: Chula Vista: 320 Third Ave. La Jolla: 7680 Girard Ave. San Marcos: 641 S. Rancho Sante …
Troops are called in after protest becomes dangerous (VIDEO)
LOS ANGELES, CA — Looting and fires trailed police brutality protests across Los Angeles County Sunday, ending with widespread devastation in Santa Monica and Long Beach, 10 million people under curfew, hundreds of arrests and armored military vehicles lining the streets. It was the second day of looting in Los Angeles County, leaving communities bracing …
3,000 GM workers face layoffs due to coronavirus epidemic
DETROIT, MI — General Motors hoped at least 7,000 white-collar workers would sign up by noon Monday for a buyout offer, but managers told employees last week that it was likely to fall short, raising the prospect of significant layoffs, according to reports. “COVID-19 is hitting the automotive industry harder than we anticipated. In order …
Seattle state health officials are working on opening phase 2
OLYMPIA, WA — State health officials are working with the governor’s office this week to finalize updated eligibility standards, allowing for Washington’s largest counties to begin the next reopening phase. However, some will likely remain in phase 1 beyond June 1, when the governor’s stay-at-home order expires. So far, 21 counties have reached phase 2 …
NYC is using sewage to test and track coronavirus
NEW YORK CITY, NY — Forget swabbing noses for the coronavirus, testing city dweller’s sewage waste could be the next “weapon” in tracking the virus’ spread across New York City, Manhattan President Gale Brewer said this week. Brewer is calling on Mayor Bill de Blasio and Gov. Andrew Cuomo to bring a tracking method used …
Pier 1 Imports to reopen to sell remaining home furniture inventory and accessories
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Pier 1 Imports will reopen stores after the forced coronavirus closures, but only long enough to sell all inventory. The once-popular specialized home furnishings and accessories importer announced Tuesday that all 541 of its US stores will close and the company will be liquidated. In a news release, Pier 1 announced: …
CARES act to donate over 500,000 free daily meals to Austin caregivers
AUSTIN, TX — Austin City Council member on Thursday approved measures aimed at allocating up to $2.2 million in emergency federal funds to provide meals for caregivers facing food insecurity. The allocation of CARES Act funds will yield some 50,000 daily meals for the caregivers, city officials explained in a news release. To that end, …
HIRING: Private company is looking for 1,100 security guards and admin staff in SoCal
LOS ANGELES, CA — With businesses shuttered and millions out of work, one company is planning a massive hiring blitz across Angeles. Private security firm Allied Universal is looking to hire more than 1,100 security professionals and administrative staff in Southern California over the next two months. The company is seeking temporary and regular staffers …
Coronavirus antibodies are now being tested in Boston, MA
BOSTON — Mayor Marty Walsh said Wednesday the city’s antibody testing initiative is underway and expected to be completed by the end of the week. The initiative, announced Sunday, will test 1,000 Boston residents randomly selected from East Boston, Roslindale, and within the boundaries of zip codes 02121 and 02125 in Dorchester. The residents will …
Austin small businesses approved for $35k loans, loans must be repaid in 12 months
AUSTIN, TX — Small businesses in Austin hit hard by the new coronavirus outbreak that has stalled commerce now can apply for loans of up to $35,000 via the Austin Economic Injury Bridge Loan Program, officials announced Wednesday. The City of Austin’s Economic Development Department received approval from the Austin City Council and the U.S. …