Latest news on COVID-19

At former basketball arena being transformed into an alternate care site, Governor announces state has already secured up to 4,613 additional beds to fight COVID-19 and relieve pressure on the health care delivery system...

SACRAMENTO –Recognizing that states like New York are experiencing immediate supply shortages as a result of COVID-19, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California would help meet this moment by loaning 500 stat...

Order will ensure guidance on prioritizing enrollment of children of essential critical infrastructure workers Order will suspend restrictions on access to state-subsidized child care programs Order also allows Californi...

SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today released the below statement following the announcement of a commitment from California counties to cancel penalties and other charges for homeowners, small businesses and o...

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the two COVID-19 related deaths of Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy Terrell Young and Deputy David Werksman: “The deaths of these t...

Governor also announces COVID-19 Testing Task Force to boost California’s testing capacity SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the launch of a new website, covid19supplies.ca.gov, to get critical medical s...

Order allows health care providers to use video chats and applications to provide health services without risk of penalty Order aligns with federal Health and Human Services guidelines and waivers issued in response to C...

Order comes in response to COVID-19 pandemic to limit price increases from sellers on critical items, such as food and medical supplies SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today signed an executive order expanding consume...

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

State is securing thousands of isolation rooms in hotels and motels for extremely vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness to help flatten the curve & preserve hospital capacity California is the first in the...

SACRAMENTO– Governor Gavin Newsom will provide an update tomorrow in the greater Sacramento region on the state’s emergency actions to protect Californians experiencing homelessness and the public from COVID-19. Po...

SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Santa Rosa Police Department Detective Marylou Armer: “Jennifer and I are terribly saddened to learn of Detective Armer...

Order protects consumers who may be unable to pay for water service during COVID-19 crisis SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today signed an executive order that will restrict water shutoffs to homes and small businesse...

BEGINNING TOMORROW: Federal government offering first-come, first-serve loans of up to $10 million for small employers Governor Newsom announces $50 million in loan guarantees for small businesses that may not be eligibl...

Funds will be deployed for hospital surge efforts, as well as other needs related to the COVID-19 response SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today signed an executive order that allows for the immediate use of funds to ...

Labor and management organizations will work to provide students access to distance learning Governor Newsom also announces partnership with Google, which will be donating Chromebooks and 100,000 hotspots to help bridge ...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom will provide an update tomorrow on the state’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The update will be streamed at the @CAgovernor Twitter page and California Governor Facebook page. **NO...

To combat social isolation, ‘Stay Home. Save Lives. Check In.’ campaign urges all Californians to check in on vulnerable neighbors with a call, text or physically-distanced door knock In coordination with non-profit loca...

Order provides 90-day extension in state and local taxes, including sales tax Order extends licensing deadlines and requirements for a number of industries SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive or...

SACRAMENTO – Tomorrow, Governor Gavin Newsom will announce the launch of an initiative to help older Californians stay connected while they stay home during the COVID-19 outbreak. **NOTE FOR MEDIA: Because of social dist...

Governor signs executive order to expand health care workforce and staff at least an additional 50,000 hospital beds needed for the COVID-19 surge Medical doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, behavioral health scient...

Social media giants like Google, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter are part of the partnership aimed at raising awareness on COVID-19 safety and mitigation The partnerships include more than $6.5 million in donated or in-k...

Governor provides briefing on California’s response to COVID-19 Businesses across California step up to help Californians address COVID-19 SUNNYVALE – Today, Governor Gavin Newson and San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo toured t...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has granted five pardons and 21 commutations. The California Constitution gives the Governor the authority to grant clemency, including in the form of a pardon o...

Order would enable California Chief Justice to take emergency actions for the state’s courts to be able to conduct business during the COVID-19 pandemic SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order...

The order is effective immediately and will apply through May 31, 2020 Builds on the Governor’s previous executive action authorizing local governments to halt evictions SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an...

SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement on the federal supplemental stimulus bill passed today: “The stimulus bill passed today will provide critical support for California to fight COVID-...

Governor Newsom announces financial institutions will provide relief for vast majority of Californians Californians economically impacted by COVID-19 may receive 90-day grace periods to make mortgage payments  Financial ...

No new commitments to state prisons or juvenile facilities will be accepted for the next 30 days Order also directs videoconferencing of all scheduled parole suitability hearings starting next month SACRAMENTO — To...

Nuevo sitio web del estado: www.covid19.ca.gov Los nuevos anuncios de servicios públicos incluyen a la Dra. Sonia Angell, Directora del Departamento de Salud Pública de California, y a la Cirujana General de California, ...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that President Donald Trump has approved California’s request, submitted earlier today, for a presidential Major Disaster Declaration to bolster California’s COVID-19 em...

SACRAMENTO – In a letter to President Donald Trump, Governor Gavin Newsom today requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to assist in California’s COVID-19 preparedness and emergency response efforts. The Majo...

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

Order expands capacity to combat COVID-19 in health care facilities SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order that expands the state’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The order gives the state...

State leasing two hospitals to increase availability of beds for COVID-19 patients California receives shipment of medical personal protective equipment and medical supplies from the Strategic National Stockpile Video re...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order to permit vote-by-mail procedures to be used in three upcoming special elections, protecting public health and safety during the COVID-19 outbreak. The o...

Food banks are seeing a shortage in volunteers and experiencing greater need due to COVID-19  Governor calls for California food bank volunteers & launches partnership Neighbor-to-Neighbor campaign with Nextdoor.com ...

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a stay at home order to protect the health and well-being of all Californians and to establish consistency across the state in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. Click ...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting the immediate deployment of the USNS Mercy Hospital Ship to the Port of Los Angeles through September 1, 2...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom sent a letter today to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy reque...

California is working across government to get homeless Californians – among the most vulnerable to spread of COVID-19 – safely into shelter & housing  Governor signed executive order granting local flexibility on sp...

SACRAMENTO – To reduce the strain on students, families and educators during the COVID-19 outbreak, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order today to waive, pending federal approval, this year’s statewide testing ...

New, one-stop state website: www.covid19.ca.gov New PSAs feature California Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sonia Angell and California Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke Harris SACRAMENTO – California Governor Ga...

SACRAMENTO – Taking action to ensure that California’s most vulnerable residents can continue to receive health care, food assistance and in-home supportive services in a timely manner during the COVID-19 outbreak, Gover...

SACRAMENTO – Taking action to ensure that key commodities can be delivered to California retailers in a timely manner during the COVID-19 outbreak, Governor Gavin Newsom today signed an executive order to ease restrictio...

State Partners, Including the California Department of Education and Health and Human Services Agency, Issue Guidance to Help Schools Prepare to Provide Distance Learning, School Meals, Services for Students with Disabil...

SACRAMENTO – Following through on his commitment to mobilize state personnel and assets to protect local communities and fight the spread of COVID-19, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has placed the Californ...

$1.1 billion in emergency funding can now be used to increase hospital capacity, clean schools and protect those most vulnerable to the diseas In just one day, members of California Legislature came together and unanimou...

California asks for federal 1135 waiver to provide care to 13 million Medi-Cal recipients SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the state has asked federal officials to make it easier for California to ...

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

The Executive Order authorizes local governments to halt evictions, slows foreclosures, and protects against utility shut offs SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order that authorizes local gove...

Updated California Health Guidance: Seniors and COVID-19 vulnerable residents directed to home isolate Governor Newsom issues Executive Order redirecting California agencies to protect licensed facilities, staff & re...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom sent the following letter to the California Legislature today asking for emergency legislative action to fight COVID-19. The text of the letter can be found here and below: March 16, 20...

Today California officials issued guidance regarding retail food, beverage and other service venues.

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

Order mandates that school districts use dollars to fund distance learning and high quality educational opportunities, safely provide school meals, and arrange for the supervision of students during school hours Order re...

Today California officials issued guidance regarding gambling venues, theme parks and theaters.

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the below statement following the announcement that Disney will close its California parks to protect public health and slow the spread of COVID-19: “Late last night, Calif...

Directs Californians to follow public health directives including canceling large gatherings more than 250 people Order removes waiting period for unemployment and disability insurance for Californians who lose work as a...

State public health experts announce that gatherings with 250 people or more should be rescheduled or canceled Smaller gatherings can proceed if organizers implement 6 feet of social distancing SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavi...

Today California officials issued guidance to protect individuals experiencing homelessness, and the volunteers and employees of homeless assistance providers who serve this vulnerable population from the spread of COVID...

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

– The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19.

Today, under the direction of Governor Gavin Newsom, the Department of Managed Health Care directed all commercial and Medi-Cal health plans regulated by the Department to immediately reduce cost-sharing to zero for all ...

The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 53 confirmed cases, and one of those patients has died, according to Placer County health officials.

As the spread of COVID19 has caused nationwide shortages of respirator face masks for medical professionals, the California Department of Public Health is taking steps to protect health care professionals on the frontlin...

As the spread of COVID19, the disease caused by novel coronavirus, continues worldwide, the State of California today announced a broad series of new actions designed to protect public health and safety.

The California Department of Public Health announced today that new CDC test kits used to detect Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) now available in California can be used to do diagnostic testing in the community.

Today, local health officials in Santa Clara County announced an individual tested positive for COVID-19.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today confirmed a possible first case of person-to-person transmission of COVID-19 in California in the general public.

The California Department of Public Health announced today that 16 laboratories, including the state’s Viral and Rickettsial Disease Laboratory in Richmond, California, will soon be able to perform testing for the novel ...

The California Department of Public Health has been informed of a new case of confirmed novel coronavirus 2019 in Santa Clara County.

The California Department of Public Health has been informed that one person in Santa Clara County has tested positive for novel coronavirus 2019.

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has been informed that one individual in Los Angeles County and one individual in Orange County have tested positive for novel coronavirus 2019 (nCoV-2019).