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 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.
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.
At least 90% of eligible population fully vaccinated in 2 Bay Area counties
More than 90% of eligible residents in two Bay Area counties are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Oakland Unified adopts student vaccine mandate
The Oakland Unified School District will now require vaccines for its students, following Los Angeles' lead and making it the first in Northern California to impose a student mandate.
FDA approves Pfizer booster for 65 and older, others at high risk
The FDA has approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine booster for those who are 65 years and up or run a high risk of severe disease, according to reports.
Contra Costa County's new indoor rules for diners, drinkers and gym users
Today, after announcing the mandate eight days ago, Contra Costa County now requires anyone dining, drinking or exercising indoors to be vaccinated or show proof of a negative, recent COVID-19 test.
Fake funeral home ad pushes COVID-19 vaccinations in North Carolina
“Don’t get vaccinated” was the simple message painted on a box truck driven around Charlotte that appeared to promote a local funeral home. But the funeral home doesn’t exist, and the message instead was promoting the vaccine.
CDC advisory panel meets to discuss Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots
The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is meeting this week to review data on Pfizer’s booster dose and who should get it.