Mutant coronavirus strain more dominant worldwide, possibly more infectious
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have identified 14 mutations of SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus that causes the COVID-19 disease.
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have identified 14 mutations of SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus that causes the COVID-19 disease.
Melania Trump donates 150 boxed lunches to Maryland children's hospital
First lady Melania Trump donated 150 boxed lunches this week to patients and staff at a Maryland children’s hospital amid the coronavirus pandemic, a White House official said.
First lady Melania Trump donated 150 boxed lunches this week to patients and staff at a Maryland children’s hospital amid the coronavirus pandemic, a White House official said.
The second virus wave: How bad will it be as lockdowns ease?
From Italy to Kansas, doctors are increasingly warning of a second wave of virus infections as many countries and U.S. states re-open for business to save jobs and economies.
From Italy to Kansas, doctors are increasingly warning of a second wave of virus infections as many countries and U.S. states re-open for business to save jobs and economies.
Coronavirus researcher on verge of 'significant findings' killed in murder-suicide: reports
The biology department at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is in mourning after the shooting death of a scientist who it says was studying the biological makeup of the coronavirus and was on the “verge of making very significant findings toward understanding” the disease.
The biology department at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is in mourning after the shooting death of a scientist who it says was studying the biological makeup of the coronavirus and was on the “verge of making very significant findings toward understanding” the disease.
Criticism emerges over some of Gov. Newsom's coronavirus initiatives
Governor Gavin Newsom has introduced dozens of new programs offering relief during the coronavirus pandemic. But, there is mounting criticism that the plans are sometimes announced before they're ready to launch.
Governor Gavin Newsom has introduced dozens of new programs offering relief during the coronavirus pandemic. But, there is mounting criticism that the plans are sometimes announced before they're ready to launch.
US infection rate rising outside New York metropolitan area as states open up
Take the New York metropolitan area’s progress against the coronavirus out of the equation and the numbers show the rest of the U.S. is moving in the wrong direction, with the known infection rate rising even as states move to lift their lockdowns, an Associated Press analysis found Tuesday.
Take the New York metropolitan area’s progress against the coronavirus out of the equation and the numbers show the rest of the U.S. is moving in the wrong direction, with the known infection rate rising even as states move to lift their lockdowns, an Associated Press analysis found Tuesday.
San Jose police say public safety number one priority on Cinco de Mayo
Normally Cinco de Mayo brings cruising cars and Mexican flags on display throughout San Jose. This year, because of the coronavirus pandemic, many stayed at home.
Normally Cinco de Mayo brings cruising cars and Mexican flags on display throughout San Jose. This year, because of the coronavirus pandemic, many stayed at home.
Court upholds California ban on church services in pandemic
California Gov. Gavin Newsom had the right to ban church assemblies in the interest of public health during the coronavirus outbreak, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom had the right to ban church assemblies in the interest of public health during the coronavirus outbreak, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
Close to 20,000 teens have gotten their drivers license without taking a road test
Around 20,000 newly licensed drivers are on Georgia roads without ever having to take a road test. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the road test was suspended for teens and adults who have met all other requirements.
Around 20,000 newly licensed drivers are on Georgia roads without ever having to take a road test. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the road test was suspended for teens and adults who have met all other requirements.
Most Mission residents who tested positive in COVID-19 study can't work from home, are Latino
A similar UCSF test in the west Marin County community of Bolinas turned up zero positive tests.
A similar UCSF test in the west Marin County community of Bolinas turned up zero positive tests.
New bill proposes student loan forgiveness for health care workers on front lines of COVID-19 fight
Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.
Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.
Airbnb laying off 1,900 employees due to travel decline
Airbnb says it is laying off 25% of its workforce as it confronts a steep decline in global travel due to the new coronavirus pandemic.
Airbnb says it is laying off 25% of its workforce as it confronts a steep decline in global travel due to the new coronavirus pandemic.
Artists transforming boarded-up storefronts in San Francisco into murals
The pandemic has forced businesses throughout San Francisco to close their doors and board their windows. Now, organizations such as "Paint the Void" are raising money to pay artists to transform those boards into showcases.
The pandemic has forced businesses throughout San Francisco to close their doors and board their windows. Now, organizations such as "Paint the Void" are raising money to pay artists to transform those boards into showcases.
Potential for meat shortages may go away sooner than later
A UC Davis professor says we're not running out of meat.
A UC Davis professor says we're not running out of meat.
White House Coronavirus Task Force could wind down work by early June
The White House has begun discussions about winding down its coronavirus task force, which has already been meeting less frequently, Vice President Mike Pence said. Its members have become fixtures on television sets across the nation, with Americans hungry for information and marooned at home.
The White House has begun discussions about winding down its coronavirus task force, which has already been meeting less frequently, Vice President Mike Pence said. Its members have become fixtures on television sets across the nation, with Americans hungry for information and marooned at home.
COVID-19 forces firefighters to change tactics in preparation for wildfire season
Barely through the first week of May, and the green brush around the Bay Area is slowing turning brown, and quickly drying out. Experts say, coupled with a subpar rainy season that produced only half the average rainfall, it’s a recipe for potential disaster during fire season.
Barely through the first week of May, and the green brush around the Bay Area is slowing turning brown, and quickly drying out. Experts say, coupled with a subpar rainy season that produced only half the average rainfall, it’s a recipe for potential disaster during fire season.
Warriors announce $250K to Oakland, SF schools, as teachers get surprise Warriors visit
Some teachers in San Francisco and Oakland got a special surprise on Monday, along with word of financial assistance to help them better connect with students amid ongoing distant learning efforts.
Some teachers in San Francisco and Oakland got a special surprise on Monday, along with word of financial assistance to help them better connect with students amid ongoing distant learning efforts.
Mourners applaud during funeral procession for doctor who lost life to COVID-19
Mourners gathered to remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Al-Dubbaisi, who died after contracting COVID-19.
Mourners gathered to remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Al-Dubbaisi, who died after contracting COVID-19.
Barack and Michelle Obama to host virtual commencement event for class of 2020
The former U.S. president had been asked on Twitter by scores of users to deliver a commencement address.
The former U.S. president had been asked on Twitter by scores of users to deliver a commencement address.
Vote-by-mail debate raises fears of election disinformation
With social distancing guidelines possibly curtailing in-person voting at the polls in November, states are drawing up plans to rely more heavily on a mail-in system that has until now seen only limited use.
With social distancing guidelines possibly curtailing in-person voting at the polls in November, states are drawing up plans to rely more heavily on a mail-in system that has until now seen only limited use.