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New York City says no vaccine--no dinner and no show. Plus, a big victory in court for a university's vaccine mandate. Aug 03, 2021

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New York City now to require proof of vaccination to enter restaurants, gyms and theaters. Will other big cities follow?

The Supreme Court might have to decide on vaccine mandates once-and-for-all at colleges and universities.

We take a deep dive into breakthrough infections.

Dentists are busier than ever now that pandemic restrictions ease.

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Is the media or CDC to blame for confusion over breakthrough cases? Plus, weekly testing looks to prevent outbreaks at LA schools? Aug 02, 2021

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Millions of people aren't vaccinated in the U.S. and many could have to undergo weekly testing at their jobs or to get into their favorite places. So who pays for all this testing?

The Los Angeles Unified School District will test every student and staff member each week regardless of vaccination status. Will it prevent outbreaks?

Who's to blame for all the confusion over the CDC's latest report on breakthrough infections? The media or the CDC itself?

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People are returning to work, and they're bringing Covid-19 with them. Plus, some big companies are imposing vaccine mandates for their employees. Jul 29, 2021

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We're dealing with the spread of Covid-19 at the office, as people return to in-person work.

Some major companies are imposing a vaccine mandate, in order for their employees to return to the office.

The federal eviction moratorium is set to expire in just days.

President Biden has made it official: Federal employees need to either get vaccinated or undergo regular Covid-19 testing.

As a result of the pandemic, the number of people getting screened for cancer fell off a cliff.

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Pfizer says a booster shot will help against the Delta variant, but should we trust the company? Plus, a restaurant only wants unvaccinated customers. Jul 28, 2021

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Pfizer says its data shows a booster shot will help protect against the Delta variant, but should we trust them?

The vaccines won't be approved for young children until at least September, meaning elementary school students won't be vaccinated when they return to campus.

The owner of an Italian restaurant in Huntington Beach, California says he only wants unvaccinated customers.

With all of the cancellations and postponements last year, 2021 is turning into a big year for weddings.

We've seen an explosion of QR codes at restaurants as alternatives to paper menus, but is there a downside?

And we ask our own Mike Simpson what it's like to travel as a fully vaccinated person in a world that is still dealing with a pandemic.

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Would a vaccine mandate be legal? Plus, low-income students are choosing work over college during the pandemic. Jul 27, 2021

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The CDC has reversed course on masks, and now recommends that all Americans wear one indoors in parts of the country with high rates of Covid-19 transmission. With yet another surge, is it time for a vaccine mandate?

Applications for financial aid are way down, as many low-income students are choosing work over college.

What's the difference between emergency use authorization and full authorization for vaccines from the FDA?

And the pandemic has forced many people to leave their jobs, or look for new work voluntarily.

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California's public employees will have show proof of vaccination or get tested weekly. Plus, a leopard at the San Diego Zoo tests positive for Covid-19. Jul 26, 2021

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California has announced new rules for state employees and healthcare workers throughout the state. Starting in August, they will either have to show proof of vaccination or get tested weekly.

African-Americans are faring worse than other groups in the most recent surge caused by the Delta variant. What can be done to increase vaccination rates in minority communities?

A snow leopard at the San Diego Zoo is the latest animal to test positive for Covid-19.

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Confusion and skepticism over vaccine messaging. Plus, a lawsuit tries to end mask mandates in California schools. Jul 23, 2021

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Clearing up confusion over "breakthrough" COVID cases and the true risk of those who test positive.

Does the messaging need to change about the vaccines to boost vaccination rates?

Those rates for Black Americans are still on the lower side. We look into how to change that.

A lawsuit looks to end California's mask mandate in schools.

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Why are some states having trouble convincing people to get the vaccine? Plus, one California lawmaker wants to make vaccinations mandatory. Jul 22, 2021

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In Alabama, 70-percent of eligible adults are not fully vaccinated. Other Southern states have similarly low vaccination rates.

One California legislator wants the state to consider making vaccines mandatory.

NFL teams could be forced to forfeit games if not enough players are vaccinated, and there is a Covid-19 outbreak.

The Olympics are finally underway, but will they get to the finish line in Tokyo?

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Is the J&J vaccine less effective vs. the Delta variant? Plus, a big drop in American life expectancy. Jul 21, 2021

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New research shows that the Johnson & Johnson vaccine might be less effective against the Delta variant.

Thanks largely to Covid-19, American life expectancy in 2020 saw its biggest drop since World War II.

Even with some fears, the vaccines appear to be holding up against the virus.

And in Los Angeles, bars and restaurants are leading the way by requiring customers to show proof of vaccination.

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Mandatory vaccinations for city workers. Plus, Fox News supports vaccines now?! Jul 20, 2021

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Can government workplaces require workers get vaccinated?

U.S. issues a travel warning to the U.K. because of rising COVID cases there.

Fox News changes its tune on vaccinations.

Hollywood movies and television shows could soon require everyone on set be vaccinated.

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