LOS ANGELES (AP) — With California desperately battling an out-of-control coronavirus surge, the state's health secretary is urging families to avoid gathering for Thanksgiving and Los Angeles County appeared on the brink of issuing a stay-home order to prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed. … [Read more...] about Californians urged to avoid Thanksgiving gatherings
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Bay Area’s commercial Dungeness crab season delayed again to Dec. 16
The state had already delayed the opening of the season from Nov. 15 to Dec. 1 for the same reason, disappointing Bay Area seafood lovers, who traditionally like to have Dungeness crab on Thanksgiving, and the local crab fishing fleet, which makes most of its income from the busy Thanksgiving and holiday season. Because of new rules established this month, the state has the authority to close certain fishing areas when there is evidence of a certain number of humpback whales, blue whales or Pacific leatherback sea turtles in crab fishing areas. … [Read more...] about Bay Area’s commercial Dungeness crab season delayed again to Dec. 16
The Latest: Russia sees record number of virus deaths again
He says he has no symptoms and will isolate at home. Republican U.S. Rep. Drew Ferguson of West Point tested positive in October after experiencing mild symptoms. U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler had isolated after she got a positive COVID-19 test on Friday, but has since gotten two straight negative tests. … [Read more...] about The Latest: Russia sees record number of virus deaths again
Asia Today: India reports over 44,000 cases, most in Delhi
India’s confirmed daily toll has remained below 50,000 for a few weeks, after peaking in September. But several cities have witnessed a surge in cases, prompting some state governments to clamp additional restrictions to contain the spread of the virus. … [Read more...] about Asia Today: India reports over 44,000 cases, most in Delhi
Trump, Biden Hold Dueling Televised Town Halls
The two candidates had been slated to meet face to face. But Trump pulled out of the event after the independent Commission on Presidential Debates unilaterally declared that the debate would be conducted virtually. The commission made the decision while Trump’s health was in question after he was diagnosed with the coronavirus. … [Read more...] about Trump, Biden Hold Dueling Televised Town Halls
