Kqeds The California Report

Why State is 'Putting the Brakes' on Reopening According to Governor Gavin Newsom, 41 counties in the state are now in the "purple" tier, indicating the most widespread risk. This comes as the holidays loom near. Will these new restrictions make a difference? Guest: Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, UC San Francisco Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics Chair Most Californians Back To Tightest COVID-19 Restrictions Governor Gavin Newsom and his top health advisors are concerned about a sharp jump in California’s COVID cases. They’re rising at a level that, if unchecked, Newsom says could overwhelm the state’s healthcare system. Reporter: Katie Orr, KQED Politics State Lawmakers Head to Honolulu for Policy Conference As our state’s COVID cases rise at the fastest rate since the pandemic began, a group of state lawmakers is in Honolulu, Hawaii for a policy conference. Guest: Hannah Wiley, Sacramento Bee Federal Judge Considers Extending COVID-19 Rules at Detention Center A federal judge in San Francisco is consid