San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin Co. Nears Orange Tier
The county is expected to move into the less restrictive tier March 24, Marin County Health Officer Matt Willis said Tuesday.
Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff
California: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in California are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Culver City, CA|News|
Culver City Pushing To Vaccinate People 65+ With Upcoming Clinic
A vaccine clinic on March 25 in Culver City will help vaccinate people 65+. It's part of the urgent push to protect the community.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo County Discusses Purchase Of Hotels To House Homeless
The potential purchases are part of the county’s “functional zero” plan to eradicate homelessness.
Eric He, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
AMC Theaters Reopening Friday In Santa Monica
AMC Theaters plan to reopen Friday.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Marina Del Rey, CA|News|
AMC Theaters Reopening Friday In Marina Del Rey
AMC Theaters plan to reopen Friday.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
The Great Peninsula Take Out Supports Local Businesses
The "Takeout Tuesdays and Takeout Thursdays" initiative is still going strong.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
Junior Lifeguard Program Reopening In Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Junior Lifeguard program will reopen in time for summer.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
10 Straggling California Counties Get Green Light Into Red Tier
Rapid reopenings continue: 87 percent of Californians will enjoy more freedoms under the red tier as long-restricted activities return.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
AMC Theaters Reopening Friday In The South Bay
AMC Theaters plan to reopen Friday.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo County Moves Into Orange Tier, Loosening Restrictions
San Mateo County is the first Bay Area county to move into the even less restrictive tier.
Eric He, Patch Staff
Union City, CA|News|
Apply Now For $5,000 Union City Back Rent Program
Applications opened Monday and are due on March 29.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Venice-Mar Vista, CA|News|
Venice Family Clinic Receiving More Vaccines, Pushing For Equity
Venice Family Clinic is receiving more vaccines this week as the clinic pushes to vaccinate more low-income patients, officials tell Patch.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
These 100+ California Movie Theaters Set To Reopen This Week
Dozens of California theaters that sat in darkness for nearly a year prepare to light their marquees again as the state reopens.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
New Berkeley Eatery Launches Burger ‘Revolution’
Stand-Up Burgers is located at 48 Shattuck Square.
Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
How To Enjoy The Art, Music Of Coachella In CA Without The Crowds
Coachella Valley's storied festival may be canceled, but everything that made it worthwhile can be found in the desert of its namesake.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palo Alto, CA|News|
Stanford University To Invite Juniors And Seniors Back To Campus
When the spring quarter begins March 29, juniors and seniors will be invited back to campus, Stanford University announced.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
CVS Adds 119 More Coronavirus Vaccine Sites In California
Eligible Californians can now make an appointment to get their coronavirus vaccine at a participating CVS Pharmacy.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Harkins Theaters To Reopen Moreno Valley Location This Week
Most of California will move under the red coronavirus reopening tier this week, which means movie theaters will be able to reopen.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Gilroy, CA|News|
Transit Workers In Santa Clara Co. Will Be Up For Vaccines Next
Transit workers, along with those with at least one severe health condition represent the next batch of eligible inoculations March 15.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA To Hit Red Tier; Indoor Dining, Increased Vaccines Coming
In a huge step forward, Los Angeles announced it will reach red tier Sunday and open up more vaccine appointments in the next week.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Palo Alto, CA|News|
All Santa Clara County Teachers Have Been Offered COVID Vaccine
In a news release, the county didn’t specify how many teachers have received a vaccine, but pushed for schools to reopen.
Eric He, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo County Nursing Homes Allowed To Receive Visitors
County Health Officer Dr. Scott Morrow rescinded a health order on Friday after the state issued guidance this week allowing visitation.
Eric He, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
CA To Hit Critical Milestone For Reopening: From Purple To Red
CA today is expected to hit a benchmark, triggering a big change that will transform the state’s reopening map from purple to mostly red.
Gilroy, CA|News|
Gilroy's Mayor Promises 'Rebuild' In State Of The City Address
Mayor Marie Blankley talked about vaccinations, budget shortfalls and remaining kind through stressful times.
Eric He, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo County Expected To Move Into Orange Tier Next Week
The move would further loosen restrictions on the reopening of businesses.
Eric He, Patch Staff
South San Francisco, CA|News|
Brisbane To Host Vigil In Solidarity Against Anti-Asian Hate
The vigil, scheduled for Mar. 20, will take place in Brisbane’s Community Park.
Eric He, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Peninsula City Plans Vigil In Solidarity Against Anti-Asian Hate
The vigil, scheduled for Mar. 20, will take place in Brisbane’s Community Park.
Eric He, Patch Staff
Sherman Oaks, CA|News|
Dave Grohl And Casa Vega Team Up To Aid Undocumented Food Workers
The Sherman Oaks restaurant is offering a Foo Fighters-themed combo plate that will benefit workers laid off because of the pandemic.
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Need Work? New Resource Helps Santa Monica Locals Find Jobs
The city of Santa Monica is assisting people during the local economic recovery efforts in the pandemic.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
COVID Test Required To Start School In Alameda Next Week
In-class teaching will start at elementary schools on Monday, but students must take a COVID-19 test between March 5 and 14.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Union City, CA|News|
Union City Schools To Remain Closed
Distance learning will continue as the school board voted against a plan to reopen in April.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Venice-Mar Vista, CA|News|
Venice Among Airbnb's Most Desirable Location For Travelers In LA
Venice Beach was a top destination for Airbnb's most desirable Los Angeles locations for travelers.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
Video: 9-Year-Old Has The Best Reaction To Going Back To School
Watch the moment a SoCal student finds out that it's time to go back to school. It's pure joy.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Gilroy, CA|News|
Gilroy To Reopen Basketball Courts, Ball Fields This Week
All field will be open by Saturday, according to a news release.
Eric He, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Three Peninsula Cities Signal Openness To Hazard Pay Ordinances
The city councils of Redwood City, San Carlos and Belmont discussed providing grocery store employees with hazard pay during the pandemic.
Eric He, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
San Rafael Chamber Promotes ‘Staycations’
“Be a tourist in your own county and have a staycation in Marin!,” The chamber wrote on its Facebook page Wednesday.
Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Novato High Schools Welcome Juniors, Seniors Back To Campus
NUSD high schools welcomed juniors and seniors Monday for in-person learning for the first time in almost a year.
Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|News|
Target Hollywood Galaxy Opens
A new, small-format Target store is officially open in Hollywood. Here are the details.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Santa Monica City Council Approves 'Hero Pay' For Grocery Workers
Santa Monica City Council approved "hero pay" for grocery and drug store workers in the pandemic.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|News|
BOA Steakhouse, SunLife, Anthropologie Open At Manhattan Village
BOA Steakhouse, Sushi Roku, Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters and SunLife Organics are among several new locations opening in Manhattan Beach.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
