San Jose Sharks fans return to SAP Center under strict vaccine mandate
Fans who attended the preseason home opener against the Los Angeles Kings had to comply with San Jose’s new mandate.
California lawmakers want to keep outdoor dining, parklets around post-COVID
The change in seasons prompted some Los Gatos businesses to modify the new staple on many Bay Area city streets — outdoor dining parklets.
COVID-19-related assaults on hospital staff prompt panic buttons
Nurses and hundreds of other staff members will soon begin wearing panic buttons at a Missouri hospital where assaults on workers tripled after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Despite California eviction moratorium ending, COVID rental assistance still available
The California COVID-19 Rent Relief Program has paid out $650 million to 55,000 households, according to the state. Tenants in need of help paying rent are encouraged to apply sooner, rather than later.
Pfizer studying oral drug to prevent COVID-19 in those exposed
Pfizer has begun mid-to-late stage trials of an oral COVID-19 drug designed to prevent infection in those who have been exposed to the virus.
Oakland Unified COVID cases are down; officials say protocols are working
Data from OUSD shows at the start of the first week of school - there were more than 100 COVID cases among students districtwide and 16 cases among staff. Now, the numbers have dropped to 37 cases among students, eight among staff.
Nothing tastes good, nothing smells good for Benicia baker with 'long-haul' COVID symptoms
For Benicia baker Hanalee Pervan, nothing smells good, nothing tastes good even though she recovered from COVID back in January.
WHO to revive probe into COVID-19 origins, officials warn time is running out
The WHO is developing a new team of about 20 scientists tasked with uncovering the origins of the COVID-19 outbreak, according to a report.
Bay Area businesses hit hard by broken supply chain and port disarray
The broken worldwide supply chain is affecting everything from apples to zucchini, from toilet paper to tube tops, even from carpaccio to corks, eve as the holiday shopping season looms.
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.
Singer Kelly Price not missing, still recovering from COVID-19, attorney says
Gospel and R&B singer Kelly Price has been reported missing, a spokesperson for the singer said Friday.
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.
San Mateo County Community College District to help students cover college costs
The San Mateo County Community College District will use federal funding to provide student debt relief and financial aid to students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
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.
California could lose millions in emergency rental assistance
The first round of federal funding for emergency rental relief during the coronavirus pandemic must be obligated by the end of September or else California may be forced to forfeit millions.
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.
California offering COVID-19 booster shots to those 65 and older, others at high risk
California is now offering COVID-19 booster shots for those over the age of 65 as well as high-risk individuals. Here's how to get an appointment for a booster shot if you qualify.
Arizona woman devastated after father of her child died from COVID-19
A Valley widow is speaking out, weeks after her husband and the father of her child lost his battle with COVID-19.