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“Old IT system” slows financial help for unemployed
Surge in unemployment claims plagued by old IT system. California's coronavirus death model comes under scrutiny. All-mail election looks likely.
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Labor vs. business fight over coronavirus costs
Newsom expected to decide whether workers' comp covers COVID-19. Coronavirus sparks new debate over housing density. Telehealth grows in popularity.
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CA to feds: Can we borrow >$11B for jobless?
California jobless claims soar, Newsom faces tug of war over when to reopen economy. Counties scramble to trace coronavirus.
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A lot still unknown about virus spread
Newsom looks to ramp up testing, tracing and autopsies in battle against coronavirus. Potential app to track COVID-19 cases raises privacy concerns.
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Testing can reopen CA. When?
Serology tests hold key to reopening California. Hospitals prepare for worst-case scenario. Should California protect stimulus checks from debt collectors?
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Newsom targeted by legislators, protesters
Protestors, legislators take on Newsom over COVID-19 actions. Studies on coronavirus infections draw scrutiny. What pandemic models can tell us.
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At California Capitol, lawmakers want info; protesters want to end coronavirus stay-at-home
Five weeks after Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered Californians to stay at home to slow the spread of the coronavirus, protesters gathered at the state Capitol to call for easing restrictions and lawmakers complained they haven't had a voice in managing the crisis.
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What is happening in nursing homes?
Nursing home data on COVID-19 cases filled with holes. California's largest cities brace for budget cuts. Tom Steyer tapped to lead economic recovery.
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CA officially in recession, budget cuts loom
California enters recession, with budget cuts to come. First legislative hearing after COVID-19 shutdown marred by glitches. Coronavirus curve shifts.
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Increased scrutiny on Newsom’s spending
Newsom's coronavirus spending comes under scrutiny. Undocumented immigrants eligible for unemployment benefits. Voting by mail faces new test.