Californians hoping the July 4 weekend would bring a return to a semblance of summer fun instead find closed beaches and limited restaurant service.
to consider his request for authority to issue a permit and sign a contract with a fireworks vendor for the show, which is scheduled for 9 p.m.In Los Angeles, activists plan to launch a “we want green cards” campaign aimed at winning congressional support to change U.S. immigration laws to grant legal residency to those here illegally who have worked during the pandemic.
Other protests against police brutality and racism are planned at Olvera Street downtown, Pan Pacific Park near Hancock Park, Hollywood and elsewhere.Protesters have also organized a march called Farce of July to recognize Tongva “reclamation, guidance and direction in overcoming white supremacy and recovering our interdependence and connection to Mother Earth.”
California officials have begged the public to avoid crowds and keep physical distancing in hopes of preventing more outbreaks that could overwhelm the state’s hospitals. The changes in plans come as the statewide coronavirus death toll has topped 6,300.
Visitors have been asked not to bring their own fireworks, according to the city’s tourism website. Lighting fireworks in a national forest is a federal offense.Burbank’s Starlight Bowl canceled its 2020 summer concert season, including the Fourth of July celebration and fireworks show, “to ensure the health and safety of our audiences, staff, volunteers, and our Burbank neighbors.”The 27th annual Fourth of July Run, Walk and Kids’ Dash, normally held in Redondo Beach, will take place virtually.
Then there is the “Grand Park + the Music Center’s 4th of July Block Party: Home Edition.” Vocalist San Cha, rapper D Smoke, singer Ginger Root, dancehall artist Amindi and comedy troupe Filipino AF are among the featured performers in a free, virtual edition of this annual downtown L.A. event. Also included: profiles of local artists, chefs and others. 7-8 p.m. Saturday at
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