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Face Masks Now Mandatory While Outdoors in Oregon
Anyone in Oregon going outdoors has to wear a face mask if they cannot maintain a 6-foot distance from others, Gov. Kate Brown announced July 13.
Nevada Governor Mandates Masks in Public as COVID-19 Cases Hit Record Number
Nevada saw a record number of daily new COVID-19 cases on July 15, just as Gov. Steve Sisolak announced a face covering mandate for people going out in public.
Tech Industry Could Help Nevada Rebound From Pandemic Restrictions
With more workers shifting to telecommuting and working from home during the coronavirus pandemic, technology companies are taking advantage.
WA Gov. Extends Halt on Reopening, Warns More County Restrictions on Table
None of Washington's 39 counties may progress to a further phase of reopening before July 28 under new orders from Gov. Jay Inslee.
Chilton Auto Body in CA Bay Area Announces Industry Leaders Joining Team
Chilton Auto Body, a leading collision repair organization with 12 locations in the California Bay Area, announced the hiring of two industry leaders and other organizational changes to support the expansion of the business.
CA Dials Back Openings on Beaches, Restaurants, Theaters & More
As Californians gear up to see an Independence Day like no other in modern day history, the list of things revelers can do to celebrate is shaping up to be even more restrictive.
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CA Governor Says State Weighing Enforcement Measures to Slow Disease’s Spread
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state plans to issue new measures as early as July 1 that could require local jurisdictions to step up enforcement of a mandate requiring people to wear face coverings while in public or high-risk settings.
Tesla ‘Roadrunner’ Battery Cell Facility Begins to Take Shape at Fremont
Recent images taken of Tesla’s battery production facility in Kato Road near the Fremont Factory in California suggest the expansion of the site is already underway.
CA Governor: More Restrictions Can Be Reinstated If Rising COVID-19 Cases Continue
Gov. Gavin Newsom has said he will consider “toggling back” California’s reopening plan and reinstate restrictions if hospitals and health care needs exceed capacity after increased testing has resulted in more positive test results being reported.
Uber, Lyft Drivers Considered Employees Under CA's New Gig Worker Law
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has decided drivers working for ride-hailing services such as Uber Technologies Inc. and Lyft Inc. will be considered employees as is depicted under California’s new gig worker law.