COVID-19 Updates
Oakland Airport Now Has Free Rapid COVID Testing
COVID Testing, COVID-19 Updates While SFO offers tests for $200, thanks to KRON4 for letting us know that Oakland International Airport has begun free rapid COVID-19 testing this week where you can receive your results in 15 minutes. The free tests began on October 6, and you don’t even need a plane ticket to get more...
SF Extends Commercial Eviction Ban Through Nov. 30
Bay Area Updates, COVID-19 Updates Mayor London Breed Announces Extension of Commercial Eviction Moratorium Through End of November Tuesday, September 29, 2020 San Francisco’s commercial eviction moratorium now applies to rent due from March 17, 2020 through November 30, 2020, prohibiting evictions for late rent payments on commercial properties Mayor London N. Breed today authorized a 60-day extension more...
SF Has Lowest COVID Death Rate of Any Major U.S. City
Bay Area Updates, COVID-19 Updates Thanks to SFGATE for letting us know why SF has the lowest COVID-19 death rate of any other major city. Dr. Bob Wachter, the Chairman of UCSF Dept of Medicine shared the latest chart of the Morbidity and mortality from Covid-19 in selected cities from the United States. The chart shows that more...
San Francisco’s Eviction “Tsunami” Begins in Today
Bay Area Updates, Causes, COVID-19 Updates Thanks to 48 Hills for letting us know that local courts will start to hear eviction cases today (Monday, September 21st). Although the state of California does not yet allow people to be evicted for nonpayment of rent due to COVID, there are many other grounds that landlords can use to more...
Berkeley Starts $100 Fines for Mask Violations
Bay Area Updates, COVID-19 Updates Thanks to the Daily Cal for letting us know that the Berkeley City Council approved penalties for mask violations this week. The City Council approved an ordinance allowing the city to issue people and businesses fines for violating the Berkeley’s COVID-19 public orders. This includes requirements to use facial coverings while more...
SF’s Fabulous “Sisters” Hand Out Free Masks at Dolores Park
COVID-19 Updates In advance of the Labor Day Weekend, San Francisco’s Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence along with Mayor London Breed handed out free masks on Friday at Dolores Park to try to encourage people to socialize safely. Learn more about the city’s guidelines and recommendations for “safer social interactions” at sf.gov Photo: Gareth Gooch more...
Nancy Pelosi’s Visit to Indoor Salon in SF Draws Criticism
COVID-19 Updates Thanks to KRON4 and Daily Mail for letting us know that Nancy Pelosi got her hair done in a San Francisco salon despite the city’s COVID-19 orders. Nancy Pelosi received criticism after she was seen on camera getting her hair done in a shuttered San Francisco Salon on Monday. The video more...
Evictions Now Banned Thru Jan. 31… But Only if You Pay 25% of Rent
COVID-19 Updates, Getting Help Thanks to SF Gate for letting us know the details of California’s latest eviction relief bill which was signed by Governor Newsom late on Monday – about 1 day away from eviction protections expiring. Under the legislation, no tenant can be evicted before February 1, 2021 as a result of rent more...
UCSF Designs Innovative Nasal Spray Defense Against Covid-19
COVID-19 Updates While the world waits for a vaccine, UCSF researchers are seeking alternatives to slow the spread of COVID-19. One promising approach is a nasal spray called AeroNabs. The spray contains a three-part molecule that’s precisely engineered to recognize SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The molecule traps SARS-CoV-2 in its inactive more...
SF to Lose $10.7 Billion in Tourism Spending in 2020-21
COVID-19 Updates Thanks to SF Gate for letting us know that the San Francisco hospitality industry has been devastated due to COVID with the forecast of $10.7 in lost visitor spending for 2020 and 2021. A full recovery not expect until 2025 assuming an effective vaccine or substantial progress against COVID by first more...
No Mask In Santa Clara County? You Could Be Fined $500
COVID-19 Updates Thanks to San Jose Spotlight for letting us know that Santa Clara County is voting on whether or not the county can levy fines up to $500 for face mask violations. The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Tuesday to follow the lead of other Bay Area counties more...
Bay Area Face Mask Rules: Which Counties Have Fines?
COVID-19 Updates Thanks to KRON4 for breaking down which Bay Area counties have instituted fines for face mask violations. Which Bay Area Counties have Face Mask Fines? Updated September 17, 2020 – Please note details can change quickly Napa County – Fines of $25 to $500 for people who hold gatherings or walk outside without face more...
Big Crowds at Dolores Park This Weekend
COVID-19 Updates Thanks to KPIX for letting us know about the big crowds hitting Dolores Park this weekend thanks to the great weather. After viewing the footage of the park with large crowds, few masks and many spilling out of the social-distance circles painted on the grass, UCSF Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Peter more...
Alameda County May Pay You $1,250 to Stay Home
COVID-19 Updates Thanks to ABC7 for letting us know that the Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a pilot program that will pay certain people infected with COVID-19 people a one-time stipend of $1,250 to stay home. There is $10 million earmarked for the program, which will help those living in the more...
SF’s Michelin-Starred “State Bird Provisions” Back After COVID Scare
COVID-19 Updates, Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open After closing down temporarily on July 30th due to a possible exposure to COVID-19, State Bird Provisions is back open this week from Thursday to Sunday, August 6-9 for to go orders. Pickup hours are Thursday to Sunday, 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Order at statebirdtogo.com. Masks required for pickup. The schedule for more...
