Amid delta variant rise, Biden outlines latest plan to increase COVID-19 vaccinations
President Joe Biden said his administration will increase efforts to deliver vaccines into communities as the COVID-19 delta variant cases continue to rise in several states.
President Joe Biden said his administration will increase efforts to deliver vaccines into communities as the COVID-19 delta variant cases continue to rise in several states.
Breakthrough COVID cases is rare in California
The breakthrough infections through June 23 amount to 0.039% of vaccinated Californians -- or one case out of every 2,583 vaccinated people.
The breakthrough infections through June 23 amount to 0.039% of vaccinated Californians -- or one case out of every 2,583 vaccinated people.
Johnson says restrictions to ease, UK must live with virus
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed Monday that his government plans to scrap laws requiring face masks and social distancing later this month, though he acknowledged that lifting the restrictions will drive surging coronavirus cases even higher.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed Monday that his government plans to scrap laws requiring face masks and social distancing later this month, though he acknowledged that lifting the restrictions will drive surging coronavirus cases even higher.
Biden says US is in 'better place' despite COVID-19 pandemic in July 4 address
“Today, all across this nation, we can say with confidence: America is coming back together,” Biden declared Sunday as he hosted more than 1,000 guests for a July Fourth celebration on the South Lawn of the White House.
“Today, all across this nation, we can say with confidence: America is coming back together,” Biden declared Sunday as he hosted more than 1,000 guests for a July Fourth celebration on the South Lawn of the White House.
Independence Day festivities return to many Bay Area locations
Independence Day festivities are back in the Bay Area, but only some activities will be resuming this Fourth of July.
Independence Day festivities are back in the Bay Area, but only some activities will be resuming this Fourth of July.
New South San Francisco Caltrain station is 50% over budget and 30 months late
The opening of Caltrain's new station in South San Francisco is now set for November, meaning Caltrain expects the project to finish 50% over budget and two and a half years late.
The opening of Caltrain's new station in South San Francisco is now set for November, meaning Caltrain expects the project to finish 50% over budget and two and a half years late.
Small business decimation: California's pandemic scar
Small businesses, seem to remain hopelessly stalled. In fact, the decimation of small businesses may be the defining historical economic scar on the Golden State.
Small businesses, seem to remain hopelessly stalled. In fact, the decimation of small businesses may be the defining historical economic scar on the Golden State.
LA County sees surge in virus cases, urges vaccinations
California public health officials are pleading with people to get vaccinated as the state's largest county reports hundreds of new COVID-19 infections.
California public health officials are pleading with people to get vaccinated as the state's largest county reports hundreds of new COVID-19 infections.
Bay Area comedians rejoice as in-person shows return
After nearly 18 months of entertaining ourselves with iPads, Televisions, Netflix and Tik-Tok, one of the oldest forms of entertainment has made a comeback in a city famous for its thought-provoking comedians.
After nearly 18 months of entertaining ourselves with iPads, Televisions, Netflix and Tik-Tok, one of the oldest forms of entertainment has made a comeback in a city famous for its thought-provoking comedians.
July 4 BBQ tips: Virologist says pack the hand sanitizer, avoid the potato salad
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
More than 68% of active US military receive COVID-19 vaccine, DOD says
The Department of Defense announced more than 68% of active-duty military service members have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine — an “amazing feat,” according to Max Rose, the senior adviser to the secretary of defense.
The Department of Defense announced more than 68% of active-duty military service members have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine — an “amazing feat,” according to Max Rose, the senior adviser to the secretary of defense.
Washington state fully reopens economy: COVID guidelines, mask requirements, what you need to know
Seventeen months after the first U.S. coronavirus case was confirmed in Snohomish County, Washington state fully reopened its economy on June 30.
Seventeen months after the first U.S. coronavirus case was confirmed in Snohomish County, Washington state fully reopened its economy on June 30.
As delta variant rises, CDC director weighs in on wearing masks
Countries around the world are bringing back restrictions as the delta variant rises. Some counties in the U.S. are as well, and WHO has urged even vaccinated individuals to keep wearing masks. Here’s how the CDC is weighing in now.
Countries around the world are bringing back restrictions as the delta variant rises. Some counties in the U.S. are as well, and WHO has urged even vaccinated individuals to keep wearing masks. Here’s how the CDC is weighing in now.
Kim Jong Un berates N. Korean officials for 'crucial' COVID-19 lapse
Kim Jong Un berated top North Korean officials for failures in COVID-19 prevention. But so far, the country has claimed to have had no infections.
Kim Jong Un berated top North Korean officials for failures in COVID-19 prevention. But so far, the country has claimed to have had no infections.
Jill Biden teams up with NFL great to push vaccinations
Jill Biden played offense Tuesday in the fight against COVID-19, teaming up with an NFL Hall of Fame running back and America's second gentleman to encourage Texans to get vaccinated against the disease.
Jill Biden played offense Tuesday in the fight against COVID-19, teaming up with an NFL Hall of Fame running back and America's second gentleman to encourage Texans to get vaccinated against the disease.
Infection from Delta variant reported in Santa Cruz County, as variant spreads nationwide
Bay Area doctors warn no one is fully protected against the highly transmissible Delta variant of COVID-19, and say people who are partially vaccinated or unvaccinated are at the highest risk of getting infected and suffering severe illness.
Bay Area doctors warn no one is fully protected against the highly transmissible Delta variant of COVID-19, and say people who are partially vaccinated or unvaccinated are at the highest risk of getting infected and suffering severe illness.
CDC eviction moratorium left in place by Supreme Court
The court on Tuesday rejected a plea by landlords to end the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moratorium on evicting millions of tenants who aren't paying rent during the coronavirus pandemic.
The court on Tuesday rejected a plea by landlords to end the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moratorium on evicting millions of tenants who aren't paying rent during the coronavirus pandemic.
Bay Area health agencies track the more contagious Delta variant, as LA county issues mask advisory
There have been mounting concerns over the increasing spread of the Delta strain of the coronavirus, as the variant remained on track to become the most dominant in the U.S. with more cases of the strain being detected across California.
There have been mounting concerns over the increasing spread of the Delta strain of the coronavirus, as the variant remained on track to become the most dominant in the U.S. with more cases of the strain being detected across California.
Disney delays test cruise over ‘inconsistent’ virus results
Disney Cruise Line is postponing its first test cruise since the pandemic brought the cruise industry to a standstill after a handful of participants had inconsistent test results for COVID-19, the company said Monday.
Disney Cruise Line is postponing its first test cruise since the pandemic brought the cruise industry to a standstill after a handful of participants had inconsistent test results for COVID-19, the company said Monday.
California COVID long hauler says symptoms linger, partakes in Stanford study
For Brandie Parshall, the last six months have been a nightmare. She went from mother of four with a full-time job and a love of exciting vacations, to a long-haul COVID patient with a long list of ailments.
For Brandie Parshall, the last six months have been a nightmare. She went from mother of four with a full-time job and a love of exciting vacations, to a long-haul COVID patient with a long list of ailments.