California school in violation of health order ordered to close
News reports showed students gathered in groups at the school for the first day of the new school year without practicing social distancing or wearing masks.
News reports showed students gathered in groups at the school for the first day of the new school year without practicing social distancing or wearing masks.
Economic ramifications and disappointment as Stanford cancels in-person classes
Stanford University will not have undergrads return to campus this fall as planned. Instead, almost all instruction will be done remotely.
Stanford University will not have undergrads return to campus this fall as planned. Instead, almost all instruction will be done remotely.
Bay Area Kaiser recruiting participants for COVID-19 vaccine trial
"I am a big believer in vaccines. I am a big believer in the science behind vaccines. I'm a team player. I want to do my part to get going and get back to life as soon as possible," said participant Dusta Eisenman.
"I am a big believer in vaccines. I am a big believer in the science behind vaccines. I'm a team player. I want to do my part to get going and get back to life as soon as possible," said participant Dusta Eisenman.
California to end eviction protections as lawmakers mull fix
California will resume eviction and foreclosure proceedings on Sept. 2, stoking fears of a wave of evictions during the coronavirus pandemic unless the governor and state Legislature can agree on a proposal to extend protections into 2021.
California will resume eviction and foreclosure proceedings on Sept. 2, stoking fears of a wave of evictions during the coronavirus pandemic unless the governor and state Legislature can agree on a proposal to extend protections into 2021.
Coronavirus capable of traveling 16 feet, according to Univ. of Florida researchers
Researchers at the University of Florida have conducted a study that shows coronavirus can travel up to 16 feet, and that it is still capable of infection at that distance. The team said their findings "strengthen the notion that airborne transmission of viable SARS-CoV-2 is likely and plays a critical role in the spread of COVID-19.”
Researchers at the University of Florida have conducted a study that shows coronavirus can travel up to 16 feet, and that it is still capable of infection at that distance. The team said their findings "strengthen the notion that airborne transmission of viable SARS-CoV-2 is likely and plays a critical role in the spread of COVID-19.”
Major influx of cash may be needed to save SF nightlife venues
San Francisco is known for its nightlife, but nightlife advocates are warning the music could come to an end because of the pandemic and lockdown. They're saying they need a major influx of cash to save local music venues.
San Francisco is known for its nightlife, but nightlife advocates are warning the music could come to an end because of the pandemic and lockdown. They're saying they need a major influx of cash to save local music venues.
Oakland-based Kaiser Permanente has a COVID-19 vaccine trial underway
Ann Rubin reports.
Ann Rubin reports.
National Park Service announces Alcatraz reopening next week
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area closed operations at many of its parks in March due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area closed operations at many of its parks in March due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Study: Wearing neck gaiters as mask may increase risk of COVID-19 spread
A recent study by Duke University researchers showed that while some masks are effective in helping prevent COVID-19 spread, others — like neck gaiters — do not appear to provide much benefit, and could potentially increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus through respiratory droplets.
A recent study by Duke University researchers showed that while some masks are effective in helping prevent COVID-19 spread, others — like neck gaiters — do not appear to provide much benefit, and could potentially increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus through respiratory droplets.
Santa Clara County installs state's first touch-free pedestrian crosswalk activation device
California's first touch-free pedestrian crosswalk activation device has been installed in Santa Clara County on Thursday in an effort to protect residents from COVID-19 transmission.
California's first touch-free pedestrian crosswalk activation device has been installed in Santa Clara County on Thursday in an effort to protect residents from COVID-19 transmission.
President Donald Trump holds a Thursday afternoon press conference
The press conference began shortly before 2:30 p.m. PST on Thursday, August 13, 2020.
The press conference began shortly before 2:30 p.m. PST on Thursday, August 13, 2020.
Biden calls for mandate requiring all Americans to wear masks
“Every American should be wearing a mask when they’re outside for the next three months at a minimum,” Biden told reporters in Wilmington, Del.
“Every American should be wearing a mask when they’re outside for the next three months at a minimum,” Biden told reporters in Wilmington, Del.
Johns Hopkins: More than 750,000 people have died from COVID-19 across the world
There are more than 20 million confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide and over 5 million in the United States alone, according to Johns Hopkins.
There are more than 20 million confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide and over 5 million in the United States alone, according to Johns Hopkins.
New toxin found in certain hand sanitizers; FDA adds products to its 'do not use' list
Heads up, consumers: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced this week that another toxic ingredient has been found in some hand sanitizers sold in the U.S.
Heads up, consumers: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced this week that another toxic ingredient has been found in some hand sanitizers sold in the U.S.
For Americans waiting on coronavirus aid, no new relief in sight
Americans counting on emergency coronavirus aid from Washington may have to wait until fall.
Americans counting on emergency coronavirus aid from Washington may have to wait until fall.
Woman reportedly hit American Airlines employee after being denied boarding over mask refusal
A traveler allegedly struck an American Airlines worker after finding out that she would not be able to board her connecting flight after not following the airline’s mask regulations on the initial part of the trip.
A traveler allegedly struck an American Airlines worker after finding out that she would not be able to board her connecting flight after not following the airline’s mask regulations on the initial part of the trip.
Dealing with the anxiety stemming from distance learning
KTVU's Gasia Mikaelian spoke with Dr. Lisa Pion-Berlin, President and CEO of Parents Anonymous Inc. on The Nine on Thursday, August 13, 2020.
KTVU's Gasia Mikaelian spoke with Dr. Lisa Pion-Berlin, President and CEO of Parents Anonymous Inc. on The Nine on Thursday, August 13, 2020.
Chicken wings imported to China from Brazil tested positive for COVID-19, Chinese authorities say
Shenzhen authorities reminded people to remain cautious when buying imported frozen meat and seafood products.
Shenzhen authorities reminded people to remain cautious when buying imported frozen meat and seafood products.
Families sue California governor over mandated distance learning
Gov. Gavin Newsom has repeatedly argued that schools will return in person when the data and science shows it is safe.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has repeatedly argued that schools will return in person when the data and science shows it is safe.
Families sue California governor over mandated distance learning
The press conference was held on Thursday, August 13, 2020.
The press conference was held on Thursday, August 13, 2020.