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He is trying to head off another coronavirus outbreak like the one that killed 28 inmates and a correctional officer at San Quentin State Prison last year. The prison guard’s union said it may appeal the mandate. -
Three San Diego churches are providing free COVID-19 testing for the southeastern San Diego community. -
KPBS Midday EditionA recent update from the San Marcos Unified superintendent about a small number of COVID-positive children attending class in person has underscored the many issues that schools face in keeping track of case numbers among enrolled students. -
While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster shot for people 65 and older, at-risk individuals and front-line health care workers, local health officials say they’re still waiting for approval from the state. -
San Diego County reported 894 new COVID-19 infections and 12 new deaths Thursday. -
For millions, the pandemic has meant a loss of income even as food prices are rising. The challenge for parents and grandparents is how to feed the youngsters in the family — and themselves as well. -
San Diego County reported 851 new COVID-19 infections and six new deaths in the latest data, as the region's hospitals continue to prepare for a "fifth surge" of the virus. -
Many K-12 school districts are tapping federal funds to pay for regular surveillance testing of students. It's an effective pandemic tactic, when used alongside mask-wearing and other precautions. -
The move by Urban Discovery School comes as a charter school alliance reports increased enrollment in charters due to the COVID pandemic. -
A third shot of the vaccine can be given at least six months after the two-dose regimen, according to the authorization. A booster rollout could begin this week.
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