Parents, students protest California school vaccine mandate

Thousands of California parents and teachers who oppose school vaccine mandates took part in a statewide walkout Monday.

Berkeley school bus service suspended due to COVID exposure

School bus service in Berkeley has been suspended due to COVID-19 exposure. Bus drivers were told to quarantine as parents are scramble to find alternate ways for their kids to get to school.

September was worst month for child COVID-19 infections, AAP says

The American Academy of Pediatrics also said the overall COVID-19 infection rate is 8,035 cases per 100,000 children in the population.

US Airlines brace for tough holiday season, busy 2022

The US airline industry faces a tough holiday season as travelers are expected to return to airports at near pre-pandemic levels.

Allison Williams leaving ESPN over COVID vaccine mandate

Allison Williams is leaving ESPN, saying she was 'morally and ethically not aligned' with Disney's vaccine mandate.

Fauci: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas gatherings safe for vaccinated people

Dr. Anthony Fauci said it is OK for vaccinated people to attend the upcoming Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings, but he has a warning for the unvaccinated population.

Pandemic underscores need to diversify Tahoe tourist economy

On the bright side, the number of residents with advanced degrees has steadily increased over the last decade "suggesting a knowledgeable and skilled talent pool is available to be tapped in Tahoe to support existing and/or new businesses."

SFO resumes direct flights to Dublin, Ireland for first time since pandemic

Direct international flights between San Francisco International Airport and Dublin Airport in Ireland are returning for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, airport officials said Friday.

Berkeley school bus service canceled next week due to staff COVID exposure

Berkeley Unified School District is canceling bus service for its elementary schools next week due to a COVID exposure, officials say. 

Most exemptions from COVID vaccine mandate granted in Contra Costa County

To receive a religious exemption, an employee must explain their feelings in writing. The county human resources department has the final say. Workers with exemptions must take COVID tests every week.

San Francisco and Marin counties lift most masking rules

As of today, mask mandates are less strict in San Francisco and Marin counties, thanks to vaccinations and compliance with rules. In many settings, you can take off your mask indoors if you're fully vaccinated.

CDC issues 2021 holiday COVID-19 guidance urging vaccination ahead of gatherings

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance urges people to get vaccinated ahead of the holidays if they haven't done so already.