Disney issues vaccine mandate for all salary, non-union hourly employees in the U.S.
Disney has informed its employees and Cast Members that the company will require all salaried and non-union hourly employees in the U.S. working at any of the company's sites to be fully vaccinated.
74% of COVID-19 cases in Massachusetts outbreak involved fully vaccinated people, CDC says
New data collected by the CDC shows the bulk of a COVID-19 outbreak in Massachusetts involved fully vaccinated people. But officials caution the public against drawing the wrong conclusion based on these findings.
COVID-19 delta variant as contagious as chickenpox, CDC internal docs warn
Internal CDC documents state that the delta variant is as contagious as chickenpox and may be more dangerous than other versions.
Over 25% of new COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County are fully vaccinated people
In June fully vaccinated people accounted for 20% of all the new cases diagnosed in LA County, while unvaccinated and partially vaccinated people accounted for 80% of the cases.
LAUSD to require weekly COVID testing for all students, staff, regardless of vaccination status
In a policy shift, the Los Angeles Unified School District announced Thursday it will require all students and district employees returning to in-person activities for the upcoming academic year to undergo "baseline and ongoing weekly COVID-testing," regardless of vaccination status.
Hollywood Pantages Theatre requiring ticket holders to be fully vaccinated
It's time to take a shot. Those who wish to see a performance of the Broadway musical "Hamilton," at Hollywood Pantages Theatre must be fully vaccinated, officials announced Friday.
Japan expands virus state of emergency amid record cases, Tokyo Olympics
Japan expanded a state of emergency to four more areas in addition to Tokyo following record COVID-19 spikes as the capital hosts the Olympics.
LAUSD to require weekly COVID testing for all students, staff, regardless of vaccination status
In a policy shift, the Los Angeles Unified School District announced Thursday it will require all students and district employees returning to in-person activities for the upcoming academic year to undergo "baseline and ongoing weekly COVID-testing," regardless of vaccination status.
Biden sets COVID-19 vaccine requirements for federal workers, directs DOD to do same
President Joe Biden announced Thursday that federal workers must show proof of receiving a COVID vaccine or submit to regular testing.
COVID-19 vaccine incentive: Biden calls for $100 payout to newly vaccinated
Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases among mostly unvaccinated Americans due to the fast-spreading delta variant, President Joe Biden called on local governments to offer $100 to newly vaccinated people as an incentive.
California updates mask mandates for public transit, classrooms, hospitals, shelters
California released an update on the state's masking guidance.
Federal eviction moratorium: Biden calls on Congress to extend expiring rule
The White House announced that a nationwide ban on evictions will expire July 31, saying its hands are tied and called on Congress to extend it.
Riverside County health officials recommend mask wearing indoors
Citing rising local COVID-19 infections and revised guidelines from federal and state health officials, Riverside County has recommended that residents wear masks in indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status.
Parents, advocates challenge mask mandates at Riverside County schools
“All they're doing is hurting kids physically and emotionally by making them wear these masks. Mandating them is unethical," said Annette Hoegner, a volunteer ambassador for Children's Health Defense-California.
LA County heath officials aiming to get more residents vaccinated amid rising COVID-19 cases
Los Angeles County health officials continue to host pop-up vaccine clinics in an effort to get more Angelenos vaccinated. Health officials said outbreaks in non-residential settings – including workplaces, food and retail stores and places of worship -- have increased five-fold since July 12.
US unemployment claims down 24,000 to 400,000 as economy recovers
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 24,000 to 400,000 last week in another sign that the job market is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
Travelers not paying mask mandate fines
A report suggest most travelers cited for breaking mask mandates are not paying their fines.
Entertainer who was once advised to not get shots due to allergy pleading public to get COVID-19 vaccine
A children's hip-hop entertainer who is feeling the intense symptoms of COVID-19 is pleading the public to get vaccinated.
Entertainer who can't get shots due to allergy pleading public to get vaccinated
A children's hip-hop entertainer who is feeling the intense symptoms of COVID-19 is pleading the public to get vaccinated.
Disneyland to require guests to wear masks indoors regardless of vaccination status
While Orange County does not have an indoor mask mandate in place, Disneyland is requiring all guests to mask up while indoors.