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Graduates of an 8-week harm reduction workforce development program run by the Department of Health Services are ready to utilize their skills and bring empathy and lived experience to help those battling addiction. Click here to watch.

You can watch more stories like this on Channel 92 or 94 on most cable systems, or anytime here. Catch up on LA County Close-Up here.

At Your Service

Adoption Fees Waived for Dogs on National Pet Day

Grey dog has its tongue out on a flyer for National Pet Day

It’s almost National Pet Day! The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors formally declared April 11th National Pet Day, and the Department of Animal Care and Control is celebrating with an adoption promo for all dogs 35+lbs. From April 11th-May 10th, they're waiving adoption fees, including microchip and spay/neuter. There’s no better way to celebrate National Pet Day than by giving a furry friend a forever home. For information visit, animalcare.lacounty.gov/.

Also, April 11^th is National Therapy Dog Appreciation Day, and ahead of that day let’s share the work some therapy dogs do to help patients at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center. Click here to watch.

In Case You Missed It

April 7-13 is National Public Health Week

2025 National Public Health Week flyer with background image of map and in the center a location icon

It's that time of the year again! Public Health Week began on April 7th. This year’s theme — "It Starts Here" — highlights that lasting improvements in public health begin with the systems we build, the partnerships we foster, and the collective efforts that drive meaningful change in our communities. The Department of Public Health is having events happening throughout Los Angeles County. Everyone is welcome!

For more information, visit ph.lacounty.gov/media/phweek/.

Out and About

Join Kids Beach Cleanup This Saturday

Kids Beach Cleanup flyer with kids picking up trash at the beach

In celebration of Earth Day, the Department of Beaches and Harbors is partnering with Heal the Bay Aquarium to host a Kids Beach Cleanup event on Saturday, April 12, 9AM - 12PM at Dockweiler Beach.

This free event will also feature an arts & crafts station, free giveaways, and their Can the Trash! booth.

Photo Finish

Los Angeles County / Mayra Beltran Vasquez

Model trains traveling through intricate landscapes and depots made of natural materials at Descanso Gardens. For information, visit, descansogardens.org/visit/train/.

Click here to access more photos of LA County in action.