Biden ‘has not ruled out’ canceling student loan debts, White House says

Press Secretary Jen Psaki made the comment the same day the Biden administration announced plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31

Fauci expects uptick in COVID-19 cases in coming weeks, another surge in the fall

Dr. Anthony Fauci noted an increase in COVID-19 cases could come “over the next couple of weeks” potentially fueled by the high transmissibility of BA.2 — a subvariant of the omicron variant.

Hayward boy's dream to go to Disney comes true - and then some

A Hayward boy with a rare form of cancer who dreamed of going to Disney World will be soon going to the Happiest Place on Earth and fundraising efforts to send him there will also help other children realize their wishes, too.

Zoos move birds indoors as avian flu spreads in North America

Birds can spread the virus through droppings and nasal discharge. Experts say it can be spread through contaminated equipment, clothing, boots and vehicles carrying supplies.

Shanghai using robot dogs, drones to issue COVID lockdown commands

People in China’s business capital and most populous city have grown frustrated over the government’s effort to contain a spreading COVID outbreak.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for COVID-19, her deputy chief of staff Drew Hammill tweeted Thursday.

After multiple miscarriages, author creates inspiring postcards to help others

Baily Henry says more information is given to patients about pregnancies, Botox and even those buying a car— but little material is handed out to women going through a miscarriage.

Lack of sleep linked to more belly fat, study finds

A new study from the Mayo Clinic concludes that a lack of sleep is directly linked to more belly fat. Study participants who slept less ate about 300 calories more per day and gained about 1.1 pounds.

LA County, not Sheriff Villanueva, will now have power to enforce LASD vaccine mandate

The decision on whether and how to discipline sheriff's deputies for not complying with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate now rests with the county personnel director.

Carnival Cruise Line reports best-ever booking week after CDC drops COVID cruise ship warning

Just days after the CDC lifted its COVID travel warning for cruises two years into the pandemic, Carnival Cruise Line reported its best-ever booking week in the company's history.

Invasive ‘jumping worms’ spreading across US

The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association said that the worms are spreading through the transfer of mulch, compost, leaf litter and plants.

Special Report: Dr. Anne Rimoin
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FOX 11 was joined by epidemiologist Dr. Anne Rimoin as we monitor what's next when it comes to the next wave of COVID-19.

Medicare enrollees can get free COVID-19 tests at drug stores

This is the first time that Medicare has covered an over-the-counter self-administered test at no cost to beneficiaries.

Here are the 10 ‘allergy capitals’ of America in 2022

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks cities based on pollen data, use of allergy medication and the number of allergists in each area.

Scientists sequence first-ever complete human genome

The completed sequence can help scientists unlock a better understanding of how humans evolve, the development of diseases and even how to more effectively treat cancer.

Why Metrolink is adding more trains to its schedule

Hailing the move as its biggest service- restoration since the COVID-19 pandemic began, Metrolink will reinstate service on 24 of the most in-demand lines Monday and add two new trains.