The coronavirus, combined with lingering flu, RSV and even Strep A cases, derailed many a holiday celebration this year with more disappointment to come as new infections lead to missed school and work. In addition, a new and more contagious variant of the coronavirus is widely circulating in the Northeast, leading to new infections better at evading immunity from vaccinations and previous illness, public health experts say.
Tens of thousands of California renters facing eviction will be able to stay in their homes for at least the next three months, the Associated Press reports.
The Los Angeles City Council is scheduled to vote on whether to end the requirement for many indoor businesses and large outdoor events to verify that customers have been vaccinated against COVID-19.