Are Latinos, African Americans and Asians dying at higher rates from the coronavirus? The data’s pretty limited. And Quibi’s here, ready to find out just how many streaming services we’ll pay for. Plus: I talk to a senior in San Diego who will probably…
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In California: 50,000 hospital beds, and a doctor who’s been here before
The Golden State’s preparing 50,000 extra beds for the expected surge in COVID-19 cases. And a doctor who fought Ebola in Liberia is now here battling the coronavirus. Plus, trying to get pregnant in the middle of a pandemic takes its toll.
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In California: Ring the bell, school’s likely out through June
President Trump decides it’s a good time to loosen regulations on automakers. And with information moving as fast as it is, community organizations are working hard to get non-English-speaking groups critical info. Plus: Coronavirus hits jails and pris…
In California: The 3D industry, retirees and students respond to the pandemic
Retirees and students can now join the ranks of those fighting coronavirus, part of an initiative unveiled Monday by Gov. Gavin Newsom. And I talk with Dave Gaylord of MatterHackers on the company’s efforts to connect health professionals in need of eq…
In California: A floating hospital arrives in L.A.; stimulus checks are on the way
A 1,000-bed floating hospital arrives in Los Angeles, and Gov. Gavin Newsom announces a ban on evictions until the end of May. And don’t miss my conversation with a San Diego criminal defense attorney about what the decision to cancel trials means for …
In California: 1 million unemployment claims filed in less than two weeks
1 million Californians have applied for unemployment claims since March 13. And two people aboard the Grand Princess cruise ship died; 103 tested positive for coronavirus. Plus: I talk with one of the Census 2020 ambassadors working to spread the word …
In California: Coronavirus claims first state resident under age 18
Cases across California are quicking rising, with half in the 18-49 age range. To help slow the spread, tourist-friendly destinations are asking you to hold off on that visit. Plus, some Princess Cruise ship passengers are cleared to go home this week….
In California: What are shelter-in-place rules? And booze, yes, is now to-go
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…
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…