Republicans are now diving into each different part of this h. E. A. L. S. Act as leader mcconnell termed this deal. It stands for healthic economy assistance Liability Protection and schools. The trillion dollar package has 105 billion for schools. That is more than was in the democrats heroes act from back in may. It has another round of direct checks and it has an add unemployment benefit of 200 a week. Thats a decrease of what its been for the last several months. But Senate Finance chair Chuck Grassley just noted this is going transition to 70 of a workers pre pandemic wage over the course of the next few weeks. Senate Majority Leader Mitch Mcconnell said that the virus doesnt care how fragile the economy is, but that the u. S. Is not write a blank check. It needs to be tailored for these specific times and crossroads. But democrats are already saying its far too tailored. After mcconnell took the floor, Senate Minority leader Chuck Schumer said there needs to be Food Assistance f
Announced today some extra resources to help with that. The extra resources will go to eight counties in californias central valley. Thats where theres been a surge in coronavirus cases. The governor delivered todays update from a Diamond Foods sto. While positivity numbers are stabilizing statewide, eight counties are seeing increased infections in the central valley. How deadly this disease continues to be. Reporter he announced a 52 Million Investment for those counties specifically, used to improve isolation and testing protocols, as well as to provide more support and personnel to health care workers. The money is part of a 499 cdc grant to california. These dollars, we think are timely. These dollars are critical. And important. And they will buld off local infrastructure already in place. Reporter strike teams will be deployed to support the essential workforce. We have a great deal of work to do to get transmission rates down here in the central valley. Reporter the governor to
Department has tested positive for covid19. The station where that person worked is closed for deep cleaning. And, anyone who was in contact with that crewmember has been ordered to self isolate. We have learned the Alameda County sheriffs deputy who has died because of complications of the virus got it from the jail. The 57yearold got sick after an outbreak at the facility last month. This is the second Alameda County sheriffs deputy to die because of covid19. California is reporting an increase of 2 , so far the state has seen 445,000 cases of the virus. Contra costa county could be the next bay area county where people could face fines for not wearing face masks. County officials will consider an ordinance will authorize fines for anyone who violates public orders. The firsviresult in a 100 fine. A second violation would cost you 200. Contra costa county of supervisors will decide to adopt the ordinance on tuesday, napa and marin county have approved so several fines of up to 2000.
Millionaire. Marcy dpgonzalez with a look at the legends life. Off sleeping problem, joanna. Reporter Regis Philbins eclectic interview style, folksy banter, and selfdeprecating sense of humor made him the talk show host others wanted to emulate. Philbin was raised in the bronx. After a stint in the navy, he headed west to san diego, where he landed his first talk show, the Regis Philbin show. Well be right back. Philbins sprint to talk show superstardom brought him next to los angeles, where he took over hosting duties from steve allen before finally bursting on to the National Stage as the sidekick on the joey bishop show. The hottest thing on record, Regis Philbin. Yeah, what is that . its live with rooemgs aegis kathie lee. He was back home in new york, sharing interview with Kathie Lee Gifford. Their show became a ratings winner, with the popular duo working together for 15 years. Its live with regis and kelly. In 2001, soap oprah star kelly ripa inherited the stool besides regis.
California reports more than 10,000 new infections, more than 600 of them right here in the bay area. Christie smith has a look at efforts to keep people safe and physically distanced. Reporter a sunny weekend in oakland where tim stops by. Hes heard the city has asked people to give the lake a break amid the pandemic. I understand the position. But people are tired of being crammed up in their apartment. Reporter the city has noted crowded weekends and taken steps to report it. I think now is lighter. Reporter people are urged to avoid gatherings in backyards and parks, avoid clustering and spread out. The Roots Community Health Center which shared data that in july 40 of covid cases were tied to people at family events and parties, almost double the rate of those at work. I see folks not Wearing Masks at all, sharing food, drinks, smoke. Weve got to do better than this. Reporter oakland saw a big surge and Enforcement Teams were expected to address vendors without permits. And park a