Unvaccinated Warriors' Andrew Wiggins to miss all home games

The NBA has denied Andrew Wiggins' request for a vaccination exemption, leaving the Golden State Warriors swingman ineligible to play home games until he meets San Francisco's vaccination requirement.

San Francisco health officials plan for 100 vaccine sites for kids under 12

San Francisco is the second Bay Area county after Marin County to publicize its public health plan for rolling out COVID-19 vaccines for children under the age of 12, and booster shots for eligible San Franciscans.

African leaders call out UN member states over inequities of global COVID-19 vaccine distribution

The inequity of COVID-19 vaccine distribution came into sharp focus Thursday as many of the African countries whose populations have little to no access to the life-saving shots stepped to the podium to speak at the U.N.’s annual meeting of world leaders.

Protesters opposed to San Jose employee vaccine mandate say they want 'liberty'

Dozens of people opposed to mandated vaccines descended upon San Jose City Hall Friday. Their rally protested a new city ordinance that takes effect Oct. 1.

COVID-19 vaccine booster: Who is eligible for 3rd Pfizer shot?

Millions of Americans are now eligible to receive a Pfizer booster shot to help increase their protection against the worst effects of the coronavirus.

San Mateo County Community College District to help students cover college costs

The San Mateo County Community College District will use federal funding to provide student debt relief and financial aid to students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

San Jose cops threatening to ignore vaccine mandate is 'huge, huge problem'

The city of San Jose and the union representing its police department are in ongoing negotiations to avert a serious shortage of officers. Nearly 150 officers have said they won't comply with the city's new vaccine mandate.

COVID booster for millions of older Americans gets CDC endorsement

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has endorsed COVID-19 booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.

Lakers front office reveals players' vaccination statuses for NBA Opening Night

Purple, Gold and vaccinated. The Lakers front office revealed the vaccination statuses of LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the rest of the team for the team's opening night.

California medical providers prepare to administer COVID boosters to newly-eligible group

With the FDA and now the CDC director's approval, the race to vaccinate is entering a new phase, as booster shots for those eligible could start going into arms as soon as Friday.

Piedmont public schools students required to get vaccinated by Nov. 17

Like their counterparts in Oakland, most public school students in the Piedmont Unified School District must now get vaccinated against COVID-19, following a vote by the school board Wednesday night. 

California could lose millions in emergency rental assistance

The first round of federal funding for emergency rental relief during the coronavirus pandemic must be obligated by the end of September or else California may be forced to forfeit millions.

Oakland schools' student COVID vaccine mandate could be in place by January

The disparity of vaccination rates among whites, African Americans and Latinos could lead to a racial divide in the classroom at Oakland schools.

Warrant issued for Oak Lawn woman who used fake 'Maderna' card to vacation in Hawaii

An arrest warrant has been issued for an Oak Lawn woman who failed to appear for her first court date after allegedly using a phony COVID-19 vaccination card that misspelled Moderna to get into Hawaii for a vacation without quarantining.

Does delta variant make COVID-19 worse for children?

The delta variant has been identified in at least 180 countries, according to the World Health Organization.

Pfizer COVID-19 booster: CDC panel continues discussions after FDA sign-off

A CDC panel continued to discuss specific recommendations on Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster following the FDA’s sign-off for certain Americans.

California offering COVID-19 booster shots to those 65 and older, others at high risk

California is now offering COVID-19 booster shots for those over the age of 65 as well as high-risk individuals. Here's how to get an appointment for a booster shot if you qualify.