What sheltering in place means in the Golden State. And how much did Sen. Dianne Feinstein and other senators know when they sold off millions in stock just before the market crashed? Plus: The Apple Valley man believed the Earth was flat, but that’s n…
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In California: Coronavirus could hit half the state, governor says
Over half of Californians — more than 20 million people — could become infected with coronavirus, the governor warns. And as vacation plans become implausible, at least one company is refusing to give refunds. Plus, I’ve compiled plenty of options for …
In California: Unemployment claims spike. Good thing Tesla stayed open
Unemployment claims spike, Gov. Gavin Newsom tells the National Guard to get ready and the biggest mall owner is closing all stores. Plus, some Amazon workers get a single wipe to clean their delivery vans as Tesla deems its vehicle production an essen…
In California: Golden Staters, get used to a new reality
And some rural schools in Northern California are staying open even as everything else, it seems, shuts down. That includes the State Legislature, for the first time since possibly the 1860s. And still, why won’t some people social distance?
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In California: Millions locked down; 911 gets calls about neighbors coughing
Nearly seven million residents in seven Golden State counties are told to shelter in place to help stop the spread of coronavirus. Elsewhere in the state, people are calling 911 to report coughers. Plus, explore the Getty and dozens of other museums an…
In California: A national emergency and a deal reached on sick pay + other assistance
President Trump declares a national emergency as thousands of schools close across California and the country. And a new USA Today analysis shows no state is prepared for what could be six needy patients for every one hospital bed. That’s under the bes…
In California: DMV sued over censorship; Coachella, Stagecoach latest cancellations
A Californian sends a dispatch from a cruise ship set to return on Friday. But will she be allowed off? And amid coronavirus concerns, Coachella and Stagecoach are canceled – find out about getting a refund. Plus, residents sue the DMV for censoring th…
In California: Cruise ship arrives in Oakland and Google self-quarantines
Passengers finally get off that cruise ship, a major tennis tournament is canceled and Google self-quarantines. And why jailhouse informants are a good way for the wrong person to get convicted. Plus, Elon Musk has worries, but not because of the coron…
In California: A $2 billion homelessness ask, coronavirus spreads and a waterless plant
21 people on a Princess Cruise ship test positive for coronavirus. Plus, state lawmakers want big bucks to fight homelessness. And go with me to a lighter place, where succulents thrive but not because they’re watered.
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In California: Drain the reservoir, feds say, and all the latest on coronavirus
The feds want a reservoir near San Jose drained by Oct. 1 over earthquake fears. The court tells Kern County one permit cannot cover 72,000 new oil wells. Plus, Vice President Mike Pence takes the reins on coronavirus in the U.S. as agencies across the…