Gov. Newsom says coronavirus 'positivity rate' in California has declined
Gov. Newsom said Monday in his COVID-19 response briefing that the coronavirus 'positivity rate' has declined, even with protests taking place across the state.
Gov. Newsom said Monday in his COVID-19 response briefing that the coronavirus 'positivity rate' has declined, even with protests taking place across the state.
Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
Poll: Black Americans most likely to know a COVID-19 victim
Eleven percent of African Americans say they were close with someone who has died compared with 5% of Americans overall and 4% of white Americans.
Eleven percent of African Americans say they were close with someone who has died compared with 5% of Americans overall and 4% of white Americans.
San Jose library launches new contactless service
The San Jose Public Library is making some changes to how members can access physical items from the library due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The San Jose Public Library is making some changes to how members can access physical items from the library due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Report: Ezekiel Elliott, other Cowboys players test positive for COVID-19
Ezekiel Elliott is one of several Dallas Cowboys players who have tested positive for COVID-19, his agent said Monday.
Ezekiel Elliott is one of several Dallas Cowboys players who have tested positive for COVID-19, his agent said Monday.
Community art project spared during Lafayette fire
The art project was designed with kids in mind -- to remind them to look at the world around them, instead of computer and tablet screens.
The art project was designed with kids in mind -- to remind them to look at the world around them, instead of computer and tablet screens.
Indoor malls reopen in San Francisco
There are new rules when malls reopen.
There are new rules when malls reopen.
California has recorded more than 5,000 COVID-19 deaths
On Sunday, the state Department of Public Health reported 148,855 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and 5,063 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic.
On Sunday, the state Department of Public Health reported 148,855 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and 5,063 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic.
24 Hour Fitness announces permanent closure of 10 Bay Area locations
As it became clear that the COVID-19 shutdown would be prolonged, the chain suspended billing members as of April 16.
As it became clear that the COVID-19 shutdown would be prolonged, the chain suspended billing members as of April 16.
Berkeley may ease business operating restrictions, but advises caution
The determination will be made closely following state guidelines and with the warning that there is no vaccine or treatment for the novel coronavirus, meaning precautions such as distancing and wearing a face covering when within 30 feet of someone should be followed.
The determination will be made closely following state guidelines and with the warning that there is no vaccine or treatment for the novel coronavirus, meaning precautions such as distancing and wearing a face covering when within 30 feet of someone should be followed.
San Carlos designates blocks for outdoor dining and shopping
The blocks will be closed to motor traffic, but pedestrians and bicyclists will be allowed in the street to recreate and shop.
The blocks will be closed to motor traffic, but pedestrians and bicyclists will be allowed in the street to recreate and shop.
Hayward residential bulk waste collection resumes
Waste Management of Alameda County has bulky waste service as of June 1 and Tri-CED Recycling is again collecting household batteries, motor oil, and extra cardboard placed beside carts on customers' normal waste pickup days.
Waste Management of Alameda County has bulky waste service as of June 1 and Tri-CED Recycling is again collecting household batteries, motor oil, and extra cardboard placed beside carts on customers' normal waste pickup days.
Marin County fairgrounds host drive-in high school graduation commencement ceremony
Those ceremonies have had to adapt to COVID-19 precautions but schools have managed to be creative finding alternatives.
Those ceremonies have had to adapt to COVID-19 precautions but schools have managed to be creative finding alternatives.
Port of Oakland reports dip in May shipment volume due to pandemic
Full imports fell by 14.6 percent compared to May of last year while exports fell by 10.7 percent, which port officials said was largely due to lower global consumer demand during the pandemic.
Full imports fell by 14.6 percent compared to May of last year while exports fell by 10.7 percent, which port officials said was largely due to lower global consumer demand during the pandemic.
$1.65M in San Francisco soda tax proceeds directed to feed people hardest hit by COVID-19
The Sugary Drinks Distributor Tax, which assesses distributors of sodas and other sweet beverages 1 center per ounce, are invested in variety of health programs citywide.
The Sugary Drinks Distributor Tax, which assesses distributors of sodas and other sweet beverages 1 center per ounce, are invested in variety of health programs citywide.
Sonoma County offering antibody testing to health care workers
Along with health care workers, testing is offered to first responders, as well as community members who tested positive for COVID-19 at least three weeks ago.
Along with health care workers, testing is offered to first responders, as well as community members who tested positive for COVID-19 at least three weeks ago.
Pacifica municipal pier, skatepark to reopen next week
The two facilities have been closed since San Mateo County and five other Bay Area counties implemented a shelter-in-place order due to the pandemic in mid-March.
The two facilities have been closed since San Mateo County and five other Bay Area counties implemented a shelter-in-place order due to the pandemic in mid-March.
California to allow nail salons to reopen starting June 19
Some Californians will again be able to get a manicure, a new tattoo or enjoy a massage starting late next week under new state guidance issued Friday.
Some Californians will again be able to get a manicure, a new tattoo or enjoy a massage starting late next week under new state guidance issued Friday.
Depression and anxiety rates spiked among black Americans after George Floyd’s death, survey finds
Anxiety and depression among black Americans increased after the death of George Floyd, data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows.
Anxiety and depression among black Americans increased after the death of George Floyd, data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows.
Outdoor dining now allowed in San Francisco
Friday was the day many San Francisco restaurants have been looking forward to. Outdoor dining was allowed. But the June gloom may be somewhat of a deterrent.
Friday was the day many San Francisco restaurants have been looking forward to. Outdoor dining was allowed. But the June gloom may be somewhat of a deterrent.