United Airlines Trial Program To Offer Free COVID-19 Testing To Passengers Ahead Of Flights
The testing, which is currently just a trial program, could essentially guarantee that everyone aboard the aircraft is COVID-19 negative.
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The testing, which is currently just a trial program, could essentially guarantee that everyone aboard the aircraft is COVID-19 negative.
United Airlines first announced it would stop charging its passengers $200 to change their tickets Sunday. The airline's competitors, American Airlines and Delta Airlines, followed suit with their own announcements Monday.
The airline reported that it averaged only 20 flight per day out of LAX in June. That will increase to 60 flights per day in August.
The airline says it will start temporarily banning passengers who refuse to wear face masks in-flight.
The plaintiffs — identified only as John Doe 1, the NFL player, and John Doe 2 — allege they were victims of sexual assault, sexual battery, negligence and both intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress. The suit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, seeks unspecified damages.
Almost all of the major airlines — including JetBlue, American, Delta, United, Southwest and others — are now requiring passengers to cover their noses and mouths.
All major U.S. airlines have already suspended flights to mainland China.
This comes after criticism from veteran's groups over their previous name change agreement reached last year.
After two embarrassing missteps involving dogs on its flights this week, United Airlines says they will start issuing brightly-colored bag tags for passengers traveling with pets in airline cabins.
United Airlines says it's investigating after mistakenly flying a Kansas family's dog to Japan.
United Airlines says it's investigating after mistakenly flying a Kansas family's dog to Japan instead of Kansas City, Missouri.
United Airlines has confirmed that a passenger's dog died after being stored in the overhead bin Monday during a flight from Houston, Texas to New York City's Laguardia Airport.
After a peacock was barred from flying into LAX, United Airlines has revised its policy on emotional support pets.
A few passengers at LAX Tuesday night boarded with emotional support animals or ESAs, but there are limits.
Through a spokeswoman, United denied a breach was involved.
The agreement includes a provision that the amount will remain confidential.
United isn't saying whether ticket sales have dropped since the video flap.
It just keeps getting worse for United Airlines.
Delta is giving airport employees permission to offer passengers up to almost $10,000 in compensation to give up their seats on overbooked flights.
The passenger's daughter says her family was "horrified, shocked and sickened" by what happened.
A spokeswoman says passengers can take the compensation in cash, travel credits or miles.
Geoff Fearns says he was kicked off his seat even though he had a first-class ticket from Hawaii to LAX.
David Munoz says his company would review policies for handling oversold situations and for partnering with airport authorities and local law enforcement.
Police dragged a passenger from an overbooked United plane after he refused to give up his seat.
United Airlines doubled down Monday on their policy against leggings – at least for its pass travelers - but customers wearing leggings are still welcome.
Several Los Angeles County services could experience temporary interruptions when tens of thousands of workers represented by the Service Employees International Union go on strike starting Monday night.
The screening for concealed weapons will begin at the C-Line's Norwalk Station on Monday.
Jaden McDaniels converted a three-point play with 39.5 seconds left for the lead and stole the ensuing inbounds pass from LeBron James, leading a rally by the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers that put them up 3-1 in the first-round series.
Andy Pages hit a home run, drove in a career-high four runs and tied a career best with four hits as the Los Angeles Dodgers rebounded from an early deficit to earn a 9-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
It's the second consecutive start that Glasnow has left early due to some sort of injury.
Several Los Angeles County services could experience temporary interruptions when tens of thousands of workers represented by the Service Employees International Union go on strike starting Monday night.
The screening for concealed weapons will begin at the C-Line's Norwalk Station on Monday.
Jaden McDaniels converted a three-point play with 39.5 seconds left for the lead and stole the ensuing inbounds pass from LeBron James, leading a rally by the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers that put them up 3-1 in the first-round series.
Most of Southern California is expected to dry out by Sunday, though there's a slight chance of lingering showers in areas like North Hollywood and Sunland by the afternoon.
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
Several Los Angeles County services could experience temporary interruptions when tens of thousands of workers represented by the Service Employees International Union go on strike starting Monday night.
The screening for concealed weapons will begin at the C-Line's Norwalk Station on Monday.
Most of Southern California is expected to dry out by Sunday, though there's a slight chance of lingering showers in areas like North Hollywood and Sunland by the afternoon.
A stretch of PCH is back open to residents and contractors after weekend mudslides triggered by rain.
At times the driver could be seen hurtling along the 5 Freeway at over 100 miles per hour with the lights turned off.
It happened at around 7:30 p.m. on Friday, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
The pelican's tour began with an early morning landing in Terminal A at the Orange County airport.
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
Oscar Ortega-Anguino pleaded guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated after he killed two Orange County teens in Seal Beach.
Councilman Chad Williams paid for the signs going against a measure aimed at eliminating a controversial library review board.
Firefighters say that they found seven different fires burning near American Legion Riverside Post 79 at Lake Evans to Mission Inn Avenue on Friday night.
It happened a little after 2:45 a.m. near the intersection of Newport Road and Lone Pine Drive, according to the Menifee Police Department.
The crash happened at around 3 p.m. on Friday on the 215 Freeway just south of of Clinton Keith Road, according to CHP officers.
Police say that the driver crashed into a tree while traveling eastbound on SR-74 near Grand Avenue.
Authorities arrested a man who was allegedly impersonating an attorney during court proceedings in Riverside County earlier in April.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Jaden McDaniels converted a three-point play with 39.5 seconds left for the lead and stole the ensuing inbounds pass from LeBron James, leading a rally by the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers that put them up 3-1 in the first-round series.
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
Avelo Airlines says it's counting on a new federal contract for deportation flights to help the discount carrier grow its regular passenger service.
The Atlanta Falcons acquired the No. 26 overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft from the Los Angeles Rams and used the pick to select Tennessee defensive end James Pearce Jr. The Falcons, who selected Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker at No. 15, added more pass rush help by adding Pearce to their draft class.
The Los Angeles Chargers selected North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton with the 22nd pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday night.
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
Two U.S. retailers warned President Trump his sweeping tariff policy could disrupt supply chains and lead to empty shelves in the coming weeks.
Hundreds of universities and colleges have issued a joint letter condemning President Trump's "political interference" in the nation's education system.
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen traveled to El Salvador last week, where he met with Abrego Garcia after he said his attempts were repeatedly turned down by the Salvadoran government.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
A Los Angeles County resident tested positive for measles after traveling to Texas, according to the Department of Public Health.
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
Jaden McDaniels converted a three-point play with 39.5 seconds left for the lead and stole the ensuing inbounds pass from LeBron James, leading a rally by the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers that put them up 3-1 in the first-round series.
Andy Pages hit a home run, drove in a career-high four runs and tied a career best with four hits as the Los Angeles Dodgers rebounded from an early deficit to earn a 9-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
It's the second consecutive start that Glasnow has left early due to some sort of injury.
Joe Ryan struck out a season-high 11 in seven shutout innings and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-0 for their first three-game win streak since August.
James Harden and Denver's Christian Braun tangled in the final seconds before halftime, triggering a skirmish that resulted in six technical fouls between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Nuggets in Game But the referees decided there was no closed fist punch thrown and assessed six technicals, drawing more boos from the crowd.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Popular stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze has been named the host of the 77th Emmy Awards airing on CBS on Sept
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Several Los Angeles County services could experience temporary interruptions when tens of thousands of workers represented by the Service Employees International Union go on strike starting Monday night. Lauren Pozen reports.
Part of PCH, which was shut down Saturday after yesterday's rain, has reopened to residents and contractors. Alys Martinez reports.
There is a chance of light showers on Sunday, though clouds will clear overnight, bringing in sunshine Monday. Alex Biston reports.
Alex Biston showcased a free DJ class offering a space where music and magic come together to inspire and teach the art every Monday night.
Alex Biston showcased a free DJ class offering a space where music and magic come together to inspire and teach the art every Monday night.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
