California is awash in tax revenue and budget reflects it

California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed a $268 billion state budget that is one-third larger than the state’s current spending plan, fueled by surging state tax revenues and federal stimulus money.

'It didn't hurt at all': Kids tell us how they feel after getting COVID vaccine

Now, it's the kids' turn. At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland, 12-year-old Adelina got her first COVID-19 vaccination Friday. She admitted she doesn't like getting shots.

California counties await mask, social distancing guidance

The CDC’s announcement raised more questions for some health officials, about fully vaccinated people can quit wearing face coverings.

NIH report details how severe forms of COVID-19 cause lung failure and death

A recent report from the National Institutes of Health details how more severe forms of COVID-19 have caused some to have lung failure and even die from the disease.

India's coronavirus doctors report 'black fungus' infections among some patients

India's health officials warned the country’s doctors to be on the lookout for mucormycosis, or so-called "black fungus" infections. Many of the patients have had diabetes and a history of COVID-19 infection.

Unemployment claims fall to 473,000, another pandemic low

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.

Bay Area counties may reject the rollback of mask rules

Some in the Bay Area think it's premature to end the mask mandate. Others are so ready to take them off.

Economists eyeing mid-June for post pandemic rebound

On Wednesday, the stock markets' second day of declines over inflation concerns came as the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed year-to-year consumer prices increased by 4.2%in April compared to 2.6% in March.

Vigil held in Oakland for nurses who died from COVID-19

Nurses who've risked their lives and have fallen to COVID-19 were honored Wednesday across the country.           

Fire commissioner says Safe Streets SF program could put community at risk

There’s been a lot of support for the Safe Streets SF project, which began in April of 2020 to give residents of San Francisco more elbow room to physically distance outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business owners rejoice San Mateo County's move into yellow tier

San Mateo County entered the least restrictive yellow tier Wednesday. That means bars no longer have to serve food with their drinks.

Gov. Newsom to announce unprecedented funding for public schools

Gov. Newsom's proposal is aimed at addressing inequalities amplified by the pandemic and students' social-emotional well-being.

Some people, especially women, want to stay masked even when they don't have to

According to The Guardian, many people, especially women, say wearing a mask makes them feel invisible out in public, and they feel protected from unwelcome attention.

Levi's Stadium offers teens unique incentive to get the COVID vaccine

On Tuesday night, COVID-19 vaccines were given in a locker room at Levi’s Stadium. It was the first of several special youth events being held there.