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The county has now tested more than 29,000 individuals for COVID-19, and around 96% of those tested negative for the virus. -
County health officials say a private, drive-thru COVID-19 testing site did not have proper certifications. It was ordered to close this week. -
As federal stimulus checks hit the bank accounts of millions of Americans this week, one group of mostly essential workers have been left out — undocumented workers. -
The Metropolitan Transit System on Thursday halted long-standing plans to place a sales tax measure on the November 2020 ballot, as it shifts focus to dealing with the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. -
Nurse Mike Gulick was meticulous about not bringing the coronavirus home to his wife and their 2-year-old daughter. He’d stop at a hotel after work just to take a shower. He’d wash his clothes in Lysol disinfectant. They did a tremendous amount of hand-washing. -
KPBS Midday EditionSANDAG, the regional body with representation from all 18 cities in San Diego County, published its first weekly report forecasting the potential impacts of the pandemic on the region's economy this week. -
In the summertime, the living won't be so easy in California. Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan for easing coronavirus restrictions won't allow the usual pastimes that roll in with warmer weather. Professional sports are on hold, most beaches and popular hiking trails are closed, countless events are canceled and businesses are shuttered. -
KPBS Midday EditionSome COVID-19 patients may experience psychological disorders from the virus, according to a peer-reviewed article published by UC San Diego psychiatrists this week. -
KPBS Midday EditionSharp Grossmont CEO Scott Evans said while they're not currently seeing the patient surge that was previously predicted, the hospital is still standing by for a possible influx of patients. -
Authorities Thursday will continue releasing inmates without bail in compliance with a state order to reduce prison populations in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19.
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