US officials tell AP: Russia spreading virus disinformation
Two Russians who have held senior roles in Moscow's military intelligence service known as the GRU have been identified as responsible for a disinformation effort directed at American and Western audiences, U.S. government officials said.
Two Russians who have held senior roles in Moscow's military intelligence service known as the GRU have been identified as responsible for a disinformation effort directed at American and Western audiences, U.S. government officials said.
Coronavirus pandemic is 'one big wave,' not seasonal, say WHO officials
“We are in the first wave. It’s going to be one big wave. It’s going to go up and down a bit. The best thing is to flatten it and turn it into just something lapping at your feet,” said World Health Organization spokesperson Margaret Harris.
“We are in the first wave. It’s going to be one big wave. It’s going to go up and down a bit. The best thing is to flatten it and turn it into just something lapping at your feet,” said World Health Organization spokesperson Margaret Harris.
Democrats, GOP far apart as coronavirus aid talks intensify
The differences in Washington over the next coronavirus aid package are vast.
The differences in Washington over the next coronavirus aid package are vast.
Regal Cinemas announces reopening of U.S. theaters on Aug. 21
The announcement comes amid news of the highly-anticipated film "Tenet" being slated for North American release Sept. 3.
The announcement comes amid news of the highly-anticipated film "Tenet" being slated for North American release Sept. 3.
Doctor who treated hospital's sickest coronavirus patients dies from COVID-19
A doctor who treated the sickest coronavirus patients at a Baltimore hospital has died after contracting COVID-19.
A doctor who treated the sickest coronavirus patients at a Baltimore hospital has died after contracting COVID-19.
FDA's rolling list of potentially dangerous hand sanitizers expands
A dozen hand sanitizers have been added to the Food and Drug Administration's rolling list of dangerous cleansers that have been recalled due to the presence of a toxic chemical.
A dozen hand sanitizers have been added to the Food and Drug Administration's rolling list of dangerous cleansers that have been recalled due to the presence of a toxic chemical.
National teacher union supports strikes over reopening plans
One of the nation’s largest teachers union is authorizing its members to strike if their schools plan to reopen without proper safety measures in the middle of the global pandemic.
One of the nation’s largest teachers union is authorizing its members to strike if their schools plan to reopen without proper safety measures in the middle of the global pandemic.
Twitter limits Donald Trump Jr.'s account, deletes video shared by president pushing false COVID-19 treatment
Numerous studies have shown that hydroxychloroquine is not an effective treatment for COVID-19.
Numerous studies have shown that hydroxychloroquine is not an effective treatment for COVID-19.
Second stimulus check details revealed: Who is eligible?
The GOP unveiled details for a second round of direct payments to American households on Monday, in legislation that has been dubbed the HEALS Act.
The GOP unveiled details for a second round of direct payments to American households on Monday, in legislation that has been dubbed the HEALS Act.
San Jose business owner enforces face-covering ordinance on non-compliant customers
A San Jose business owner said a group of customers walked into his café on Sunday afternoon and refused to follow the state’s mask mandate and social distancing guidelines.
A San Jose business owner said a group of customers walked into his café on Sunday afternoon and refused to follow the state’s mask mandate and social distancing guidelines.
At least 3 MLB games postponed amid Marlins’ virus outbreak
Twelve Miami players and two members of the coaching staff have reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus in Philadelphia, prompting the MLB to postpone their Monday night game.
Twelve Miami players and two members of the coaching staff have reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus in Philadelphia, prompting the MLB to postpone their Monday night game.
Santa Cruz Co. placed on state monitoring list for spread of COVID-19
Santa Cruz County has been placed on the state's monitoring list for counties experiencing an increased spread of COVID-19, county officials said Monday.
Santa Cruz County has been placed on the state's monitoring list for counties experiencing an increased spread of COVID-19, county officials said Monday.
Pandemic shows widening divide between renters and homeowners
The country may be on the precipice of seeing the largest homeless population in the entire American experience.
The country may be on the precipice of seeing the largest homeless population in the entire American experience.
California's Central Valley has disproportionately high coronavirus positivity rates
Newsom announced that $52 million will be dispersed to eight counties in the region, which will be spent on better quarantine conditions, testing methods and enhancing support for health care workers.
Newsom announced that $52 million will be dispersed to eight counties in the region, which will be spent on better quarantine conditions, testing methods and enhancing support for health care workers.
‘Historic day’: Pence visits hard-hit Florida as final phase of COVID-19 vaccine testing begins
Pence’s visit will mark the beginning of Phase 3 trials for a vaccine developed by the National Institutes of Health and Moderna Inc.
Pence’s visit will mark the beginning of Phase 3 trials for a vaccine developed by the National Institutes of Health and Moderna Inc.
Virus vaccine put to final test in thousands of volunteers
The world's biggest COVID-19 vaccine test got underway Monday with the first of 30,000 planned volunteers.
The world's biggest COVID-19 vaccine test got underway Monday with the first of 30,000 planned volunteers.
Family keeps dad's memory alive with Oakland A's fan cutout
Sal Valencia loved his family, and he loved his Oakland A’s. He passed away on January 16, 2019, at the age of 65, but his family has been overjoyed to see his smiling face in the stands of the Oakland Coliseum once again, overlooking his beloved team.
Sal Valencia loved his family, and he loved his Oakland A’s. He passed away on January 16, 2019, at the age of 65, but his family has been overjoyed to see his smiling face in the stands of the Oakland Coliseum once again, overlooking his beloved team.
DC mayor orders two week self-quarantine for travelers from California, other 'high-risk' states
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser listed 27 states as high-risk.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser listed 27 states as high-risk.
Full briefing: Gov. Newsom highlights an increase in infections in the Central Valley
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday spoke in Stockton to highlight an increase in infections in the Central Valley, where the positivity rate of coronavirus ranges between nearly 11 and 18%.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday spoke in Stockton to highlight an increase in infections in the Central Valley, where the positivity rate of coronavirus ranges between nearly 11 and 18%.
Piedmont closes popular park after big soccer game; players used 'vulgar language'
"Despite repeated warnings from city staff, users of this facility have continued to play group sports in violation of COVID-19 health orders" made by the Alameda County Public Health Department, the city said in an advisory. "We regret having to take this action, but the actions of field users have necessitated it."
"Despite repeated warnings from city staff, users of this facility have continued to play group sports in violation of COVID-19 health orders" made by the Alameda County Public Health Department, the city said in an advisory. "We regret having to take this action, but the actions of field users have necessitated it."