COVID-19 cases in children increase 90% in 4 weeks
New figures showed that COVID-19 cases among children in the U.S. saw a 90 percent increase over four weeks.
New figures showed that COVID-19 cases among children in the U.S. saw a 90 percent increase over four weeks.
Russia approves coronavirus vaccine despite scientific skepticism
Russian President Vladimir Putin says that a coronavirus vaccine developed in his country has been cleared for use and one of his daughters has already been inoculated, even as international experts have questioned its safety.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says that a coronavirus vaccine developed in his country has been cleared for use and one of his daughters has already been inoculated, even as international experts have questioned its safety.
More coronavirus cases found in New Zealand after 102 days
New Zealand's prime minister says authorities have found four cases of the coronavirus in one Auckland household from an unknown source, the first cases of local transmission in the country in 102 days.
New Zealand's prime minister says authorities have found four cases of the coronavirus in one Auckland household from an unknown source, the first cases of local transmission in the country in 102 days.
SF Mayor Breed outlines proposed budget for COVID-19 response
San Francisco Mayor London Breed, joined by Director of Health Dr. Grant Colfax, on Tuesday outlined the city's proposed budget for COVID-19 investments.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed, joined by Director of Health Dr. Grant Colfax, on Tuesday outlined the city's proposed budget for COVID-19 investments.
Is it safe to ride public transit during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The main way that the virus spreads is through droplets people spray when they talk, cough or sneeze. That means the best way to reduce the spread of infection on public transit and elsewhere is to wear and mask and stay 6 feet from others, experts say.
The main way that the virus spreads is through droplets people spray when they talk, cough or sneeze. That means the best way to reduce the spread of infection on public transit and elsewhere is to wear and mask and stay 6 feet from others, experts say.
Governor gives few details on top California public health director's exit
Sandra Shewry, vice president of external engagement for California Health Care Foundation, will fill the role of acting health director, the health and human services department said. Dr. Erica Pan, who was recently appointed state epidemiologist, will be the acting state public health officer.
Sandra Shewry, vice president of external engagement for California Health Care Foundation, will fill the role of acting health director, the health and human services department said. Dr. Erica Pan, who was recently appointed state epidemiologist, will be the acting state public health officer.
Need a mask? In one California town, they appear to be growing on trees
Sara Robinson got the idea after hearing a COVID-19 presentation that mentioned mask-trees in the Czech Republic.
Sara Robinson got the idea after hearing a COVID-19 presentation that mentioned mask-trees in the Czech Republic.
Pac-12 leaders could delay or nix football season over coronavirus health concerns
There are concerns about reports that young athletes who contract coronavirus, don't have severe immediate symptoms, but then later, have problems with inflamed heart muscles.
There are concerns about reports that young athletes who contract coronavirus, don't have severe immediate symptoms, but then later, have problems with inflamed heart muscles.
Russia announces it has registered a COVID-19 vaccine
MOSCOW (AP) -- Russia on Tuesday became the first country to clear a coronavirus vaccine and declare it ready for use, despite international skepticism.
MOSCOW (AP) -- Russia on Tuesday became the first country to clear a coronavirus vaccine and declare it ready for use, despite international skepticism.
After more than three months with no coronavirus cases, New Zealand reports an outbreak
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) -- New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said Tuesday that authorities have found four cases of the coronavirus in one Auckland household from an unknown source, the first cases of local transmission in the country in 102 days.
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) -- New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said Tuesday that authorities have found four cases of the coronavirus in one Auckland household from an unknown source, the first cases of local transmission in the country in 102 days.
Mental health experts on managing back to school anxiety amid pandemic
As many families head back to school remotely, the prospect of navigating the school year during a pandemic is stressing people out.
As many families head back to school remotely, the prospect of navigating the school year during a pandemic is stressing people out.
South Bay leaders looking to extend eviction moratorium
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors Tuesday will vote on a proposal to extend the South Bay's current eviction moratorium by one month. The ordinance was set to expire at the end of August.
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors Tuesday will vote on a proposal to extend the South Bay's current eviction moratorium by one month. The ordinance was set to expire at the end of August.
Mixed reviews for Oakland's first day back to school
Some parents say the first day of school in Oakland went better than expected. Others say it went worse.
Some parents say the first day of school in Oakland went better than expected. Others say it went worse.
Unemployment woes continue to rip Californian recipients
Millions of Californians are jobless and have yet to receive a single unemployment payment as EDD works to clear its backlog.
Millions of Californians are jobless and have yet to receive a single unemployment payment as EDD works to clear its backlog.
Researchers test 14 types of face masks to see how well they protect against COVID-19
Among the 14 masks tested were surgical masks, a bandana, a valved N95 mask, as well as different types of cotton-based masks.
Among the 14 masks tested were surgical masks, a bandana, a valved N95 mask, as well as different types of cotton-based masks.
‘The chances of it being 98% effective is not great’: Fauci says COVID-19 vaccine efficacy yet to be seen
“We don’t know yet what the efficacy might be. We don’t know if it will be 50% or 60%. I’d like it to be 75% or more,” Fauci said. “What I’m shooting for is somewhere between really good control and elimination.”
“We don’t know yet what the efficacy might be. We don’t know if it will be 50% or 60%. I’d like it to be 75% or more,” Fauci said. “What I’m shooting for is somewhere between really good control and elimination.”
California governor says Trump administration must help more with unemployment assistance
"States cannot shoulder this burden without cutting important services," Gov. Gavin Newsom said, adding California needs the federal government to put up that 25% assistance. "Otherwise we are putting forth false commitments and promises."
"States cannot shoulder this burden without cutting important services," Gov. Gavin Newsom said, adding California needs the federal government to put up that 25% assistance. "Otherwise we are putting forth false commitments and promises."
Nearly 100,000 children tested positive for COVID-19 over last 2 weeks in July
The report said 97,078 new child cases of COVID-19 were reported between July 16-30.
The report said 97,078 new child cases of COVID-19 were reported between July 16-30.
Inmates at San Francisco County jails can now make free phone calls amid COVID-19
“This change is an important continuation of our efforts to reform fines and fees that disproportionately impact low-income people and communities of color," San Francisco Mayor London Breed said.
“This change is an important continuation of our efforts to reform fines and fees that disproportionately impact low-income people and communities of color," San Francisco Mayor London Breed said.
Oakland schools begin first day of school out of classrooms and on Zoom
At Sankofa United Elementary School in Oakland, kindergarten started with a 30-minute chat on Zoom.
At Sankofa United Elementary School in Oakland, kindergarten started with a 30-minute chat on Zoom.