The CDC still ‘strongly encouraged’ mask use indoors for anyone who is not fully vaccinated.
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New California COVID relief could include checks, business grants, child savings accounts
The California Legislature is weighing several proposals to provide financial help to residents who have suffered economic hardship because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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California postpones decision on relaxing mask and distancing rules for workers
For now, California workers must continue to wear masks and practice physical distancing — either in a room or outside.
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Starbucks, Target, Trader Joe’s are dropping mask rules. Why California is stopping them for now
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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These parts of Asia beat coronavirus early. Why they’re suddenly in lockdown
New variants of COVID-19 are spreading across Asia, reversing the success of governments such as Taiwan, Singapore, Vietnam and Thailand. Japan’s new outbreak is amplifying calls to cancel the Summer Olympics.
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California’s rebound: COVID-19 declines dramatically even as normal life returns
The average number of daily COVID-19 deaths in California reported over the last seven-day period was 37, the lowest in more than 13 months.
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Third time’s a charm: Santa Cruz County moves into yellow tier, loosening up restrictions on many businesses
After twice just missing out on a move from orange into yellow, Santa Cruz County got the nod finally on Tuesday and will officially join the yellow tier ranks one day from now.
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In a major milestone, more than 50% of California residents have gotten a COVID-19 shot
California has reached a milestone in its vaccination campaign: More than 50% of residents have now received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine
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‘Oh, hell yes’: Late-night TV cheers CDC guidelines that vaccinated can go maskless
‘Every bar … is going to feel like St. Patrick’s Day fell on Cinco de Mayo,’ Jimmy Fallon joked after the CDC said vaccinated people can shed masks.
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What the CDC mask changes mean for travel, shopping, gatherings, outdoor life and more
In a momentous turn in the fight against COVID-19, federal officials are significantly easing mask guidelines as the threat of the pandemic rapidly fades.