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Travel experts hopeful for 'vaxications' to give tourism industry boost
It's a trend that Madhu Unnikrishnan, editor at two travel publications -- Airline Weekly and Skift, has been noticing, too, SAN FRANCISCO -- It's a term some travel experts are calling "vaxication," the vacations people are planning after they get vaccinated. "Vaxication, I mean, people are really, as soon as they get their shots and they're safe to go, they're buying tickets," said Unnikrishnan.
Travel experts hopeful for 'vaxications' to give tourism industry boost
It's a trend that Madhu Unnikrishnan, editor at two travel publications -- Airline Weekly and Skift, has been noticing, too, SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- It's a term some travel experts are calling "vaxication," the vacations people are planning after they get vaccinated. "Vaxication, I mean, people are really, as soon as they get their shots and they're safe to go, they're buying tickets," said Unnikrishnan.
Bay Area breweries, distilleries 'excited' to back to business as usual after state announces new rules allowing limited indoor services
On Thursday, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) updated public health guidance. Here are the rules: SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- A win for breweries, distilleries, and wineries. Starting March 13, California will be easing restrictions allowing for outdoor services without food and limited indoor services.
Disturbing video shows Uber passengers harass, attack San Francisco driver over request to wear mask: 'It was unbearable'
SAN FRANCISCO -- An Uber driver shared some disturbing video with ABC7 News, of passengers he says attacked him after one refused to put on a mask. The incident happened Monday afternoon in San Francisco An Instagram account that appears to belong to one of the women in the car posted several public videos of the incident.
New CDC guidelines: San Jose grandparents excited to hug, see grandson who's a doctor in San Diego
Live look at NorCal: San Francisco, Oakland, SJ & more Track the rain across the Bay Area on Live Doppler 7 Data shows every Bay Area county's COVID-19 status How to register for a COVID-19 vaccine in every Bay Area county CA COVID-19 vaccine tracker: See your status here Map: Your CA county reopening tier status WATCH VIDEOS Welcome, Your Account Log Out SAN JOSE, Calif.
Bay Area dry cleaners devastated by economic impact of COVID-19 pandemic: Here's how to help
Live look at NorCal: San Francisco, Oakland, SJ & more Data shows every Bay Area county's COVID-19 status How to register for a COVID-19 vaccine in every Bay Area county CA COVID-19 vaccine tracker: See your status here 7 CA counties join red tier Tuesday WATCH VIDEOS Welcome, Your Account Log Out RELATED: Mixed reaction across Bay Area after California unveils COVID-19 stimulus plan In the Bay Area, every neighborhood has a cleaning service that shut down without ceremony, leaving nothing...
Santa Clara County's new Hate Crimes Task Force holds inaugural meeting, unveils ambitious plan
"What we really need to do is make systemic change. And that first step is trying to get our arms around what is really happening. This is not a task force, where we just talk about traumatic experiences," said San Jose councilmember Maya Esparza, co-chair of Santa Clara County's new task force.
#StandForAsians rally draws hundreds in San Mateo with 7th grader leading the charge
SAN MATEO, Calif. (KGO) -- "I was like, whoa, this is not ok, why is this happening in our community?' And I told my mom, I have to do something about this," said Ashlyn So, reacting the recent spate of violence against Asian. "She said, mommy, this is not right, I want to do a march, I've never done this before, but hey let's figure this out we can do this," said Angelu Wu, her mom.
Bay Area experts share their best advice on talking to children and teens about mental health, suicide
While researchers have yet to link these to the pandemic, it is clear that parents and caregivers are grappling with ways to help their kids through these difficult times. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Even though we're closing in on a return to school the isolation is hitting children especially hard. We've learned that in the past two weeks, two different middle school students in Marin County died by suicide. ABC7 News reached out to doctors helping families daily with mental health issues.
What is Phase 1B? Your questions about coronavirus vaccine eligibility answered
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- As Bay Area counties expand coronavirus vaccine distribution, ABC7 is answering frequently asked questions about who is eligible and when under Phase 1B. Q: What is Phase 1B? Following CDC Guidelines, the State of California laid out a priority framework on who can get the vaccine. The first shots went to the most vulnerable in the population, under Phase 1A -- health care workers and people who live or work in long term care facilities. The next group is in Phase 1B.
San Mateo County grant program to help restaurants, breweries and wineries
Chris Garrett, the owner of Devil's Canyon brewery in San Carlos, said he couldn't be happier about the program. He said he approached county supervisors last year to let them know that businesses like his were falling through the cracks. He applied for the new grant, as soon as applications opened Monday at noon. SAN CARLOS, Calif. (KGO) -- A first-of-its kind grant program in San Mateo County focuses on restaurants, breweries and wineries.
Morgan Hill becomes second most infected city in Santa Clara County with rising COVID-19 case rate
"I wish I could say this is what's causing the spike, then we could address it. It is disheartening to know that our citizens are suffering," said Rich Constantine, Morgan Hill's Mayor. As of Wednesday morning, Santa Clara County's dashboard reported that Morgan Hill had nearly 7,500 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents within the past seven days. MORGAN HILL, Calif. (KGO) -- Morgan Hill leaders are figuring out ways to address its rising case rate.
California court sides with Twitter on right to ban users for speech considered hateful
The decision is more fuel to the fiery debate about the role tech companies play in regulating conversations on their sites. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- A California appeals court has sided with Twitter, ruling that the social media platform has the right to ban users for speech they consider hateful. You can read the ruling here.
Salesforce declares '9-to-5 workday is dead,' all employees can permanently work from home
Many of their 9,000 employees can also now work from home, permanently. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- In a bold statement, the city's largest private employer, Salesforce has declared the "9 to 5 workday dead." "Whenever Salesforce makes any sort of move, certainly the rest of the community is listening, including the tech community," said Jennifer Stojkovic, Sf.citi Executive Director. RELATED: Managing a remote workforce?
Keeping Bay Area vaccination sites open poses logistical nightmare amid shot shortage
Is the California Dream still alive? A look at the state's future How to register for a COVID-19 vaccine in every Bay Area county CA COVID-19 vaccine tracker: See your status here Only 1 NorCal county moves to less restrictive tier LIVE: Watch the snow in Tahoe WATCH VIDEOS Welcome, Your Account Log Out ABC7 confirmed that while no sites in the Bay Area are in danger of shutting down, the logistics of keeping the sites resourced and staffed pose a major challenge.
Beloved monument in San Jose's Japantown vandalized, caught on security camera
"The person takes something out of the backpack and sprays one side, sprays the other side," Pam Yoshida, describing the footage captured by her store's security camera. "They know it's wrong because they hide when cars drive by." RELATED: Vandal hacks down historic cherry blossom trees in San Francisco's Japantown SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- Japantown's community leaders in San Jose are heartbroken after a beloved monument in their neighborhood was vandalized.
Santa Cruz County Camp Krem for disabilities struggling to rebuild after CZU August Lightning Complex Fires, gets hit by destructive thieves
"You know, the fire was a natural disaster. We couldn't blame anybody," Alex Krem, chairman at Camp Krem, said. "The robbery was very different. They just saw money in their pocket and a chance to kick us around. And that's hard to swallow." BOULDER CREEK, Calif. (KGO) -- A camp for people with disabilities in Boulder Creek is having to deal with another heartbreak just months after their beloved properties burned to the ground in the CZU August Lightning Complex Fires.
Eager diners hit San Jose outdoor restaurants as California lifts lockdown
"Once I heard Santa Clara County officially announced outdoor dining was legit I came out immediately," said Jake McClusky, a bartender who hopes many others will come out this weekend to support their local restaurants. RELATED: California lifts regional stay at home order The owner of Pizza Flora was grateful for the support and quick to bust out his outdoor tables. SAN JOSE, Calif.
COVID-19 vaccine: Bay Area counties roll out different plans, not all able to give shots to individuals over 65 yet
San Mateo County public health officials say they're not ready to move beyond the first phase. SAN FRANCSICO (KGO) -- San Mateo, Contra Costa and Santa Clara counties gave updates on Wednesday about their vaccination plans. "We feel we are not yet done with phase 1A, so we don't want to move on until we've really addressed that to the best of our ability as a community," said Dr. Anand Chabra, the section chief for mass vaccination in San Mateo County.
New CDC travel order could be good for industry, travel analyst says
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The CDC's new order requiring international passengers entering the U.S. to have a negative COVID-19 test follows rules already in place in other countries. "This is actually good for international travel, because it may, when the time is right, encourage more people to consider visiting the US," says Henry Harteveldt, a travel industry analyst for Atmosphere Research Group. In a statement, the CDC's director, Robert R.
'Our ICU is full': Bay Area hospitals still under pressure, worried about post-holiday COVID-19 surge
Inside Regional Medical in San Jose, one of the hardest hit hospitals by COVID-19, a troubling trend that shows no signs of getting better. RELATED: Disneyland to host Orange County's first massive vaccination site "Our ICU is full, we are in overflow settings. The majority are COVID and the majority in ICU settings are on ventilators. We found hallway spaces that we didn't know existed," said Dr. Paul Silka, Director of Emergency Medicine at Regional Medical Center. SAN JOSE, Calif.
California superintendents issue letter to Governor Gavin Newsom, listing concerns over schools reopening
"There needs to be from the state actual state standards concerning what is safe, and when it is safe to return. And that hasn't happened at this point," said Superintendent Vincent Matthews with San Francisco Unified School District. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Seven California superintendents have issued a letter to Governor Newsom listing concerns over schools reopening. That concern prompted a letter from seven major urban school districts in California, including S.F. United and Oakland United.
'We would all be dead': Bay Area BLM organizers point to race double standard in Capitol siege
Video footage showed the early moments when rioters broke down gates surrounding the Capitol. Punches were thrown between police officers. There's a brief scuffle but that's where the police confrontation with protestors ended in the moments before the Capitol was breached. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- One of the loudest conversations coming out of Wednesday's Capitol siege -- the lack of force used against rioters, even as they scaled walls, broke windows and destroyed offices.
Bay Area Republicans call siege of US Capitol 'disgusting,' President's reaction appropriate
"Good people across the political spectrum need to stand up and say 'enough,' it's got to stop now because if not we're really going to face much more serious challenges going forward," said John Dennis, chairman of the San Francisco Republican party. RELATED: Bay Area residents 'appalled' over chaos in DC as rioters storm US Capitol Harmeet Dhillon, a prominent San Francisco lawyer and Trump supporter tweeted, "This scene at the US Capitol is shocking and disgraceful.
Bay Area businesses share challenges & lessons learned for opening amid COVID-19 pandemic
RELATED: SF's historic Cliff House restaurant to close permanently SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- There has been a never-ending cycle of the heartbreaking stories of businesses closing down. The year of the pandemic has closed the doors of so many family favorite restaurants or neighborhood shops, it's hard to keep a tally. But, while the struggles of keeping a business open have been challenging, some entrepreneurs continue to persevere. One of those businesses is Holy Cannoli in San Jose.
'Just keep moving forward': How to stay inspired in 2021, keep your fitness goals
ABC7 Kris Reyes even joined in, as she gathered some advice and inspiration. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- On the first day of 2021, the Boom Box Studio on Market Street in San Francisco was ready to greet 2021 with their first outdoor workout. Owner Alexandra Mogannam knows how hard it is to keep fitness resolutions, especially after a year like 2020.
Boarded up hotels, empty restaurants: A look at the final day of 2020 in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Scenes from the most bizarre New Year's Eve on record -- shuttered beach parking lots where crowds would ordinarily gather, a quiet Union Square, hotels boarded up and empty restaurants and bars. Everywhere you looked on the last day of the year seemed to be a reminder that 2020 was a year like no other. So, it was telling that the only crowd ABC7's Kris Reyes found wasn't for a celebration but for the ceremonial shutting down of an iconic San Francisco landmark.
Nurse thought she was going to die after rock thrown at car on California highway
On that night, on her way to work, her life was turned upside down. She was driving on Highway 242 in Concord when a rock went through her windshield. CONCORD, Calif. -- Pam Burnett's life before Dec. 23, 2020, was just the kind of ordinary wonderful that she wanted -- a busy family with two young children and meaningful work as a labor and delivery nurse.
Bay Area New Year's Eve menus selling fast, a silver lining to a difficult year
Special take-out menus are selling fast and providing the hard-hit service industry with a lifeline and a silver lining to end the year. RELATED: Graton Casino cancels 4,000-person New Year's Eve party At Mr. Jiu's in Chinatown, owner Brandon Jew says he's thankful to be preparing special New Year's Eve take out meals in the form of a tasting menu.
Amid deadly COVID-19 surge, San Jose church continues defying public health orders with plans for Christmas Eve service
"What I'll say about Calvary Church -- it's beyond disappointing, the situation there is shameful," said James Williams, counsel for Santa Clara County, "They are facing over a million dollars in fines, they've been held in contempt of court, we've gone back in for additional contempt proceedings not just against the church but against the specific individuals who are aiding and abetting these violations." SAN JOSE, Calif.
Oakland announces 'painful' budget cuts, city leaders 1st in line
In an email sent out Friday, Mayor Libby Schaaf said a growing budget shortfall needs to be addressed immediately. OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- Oakland's mayor is bracing city workers for some very painful cuts. RELATED: Oakland mayor responds to breach of COVID-19 rules by some CA leaders She writes, "We know this is painful and scary news to hear.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Leaders in hard-hit South Bay communities weigh in on Gov. Newsom's promise of fair distribution
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, Calif. (KGO) -- Governor Gavin Newsom has launched an information campaign promising safe and equitable distribution of the coronavirus vaccine -- it's called VACCINATE 58, referring to all the counties in the State of California. It's a promise easier said than done. RELATED: Santa Clara Co. prepares for 1st delivery of COVID-19 vaccine supply ABC7 News asked local leaders for their input.
COVID-19 FAQ: Your top 7 vaccine questions, answered
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- As Bay Area counties get closer to receiving and distributing the coronavirus vaccine, people have a lot of questions. ABC7 News spoke to health experts to get answers. RELATED: Have questions about the vaccine? Ask them here Here are your top 7 most frequently asked questions: 1. Pfizer and Moderna are applying for what's called an EUA -- Emergency Use Authorization. What does that mean? An EUA is a lower bar of scrutiny and evidence than FDA approval .
3 hospitals reach ICU capacity in Santa Clara County, troubling trend, public health officials say
"This is as fatigued as we have been in this area in emergency care," said Dr. Paul Silka, head of ER at Regional Medical Center in San Jose. SANTA CLARA COUNTY, Calif. (KGO) -- Several hospitals in Santa Clara County have reached ICU capacity, with only 31 beds left in the county. The hospital ran out of beds Tuesday, including 37 ICU beds. Dr. Silka says because the hospital has a specialized emergency room, it's often the first in the Bay Area to reach capacity.
'We don't have any free beds': SJ hospital reaches full capacity as COVID-19 cases surge
"We are at capacity," said Sarah Sherwood, a spokesperson for Regional Medical Center in San Jose. SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- Despite desperate warnings from health officials and pleas from doctors and nurses for people follow coronavirus safety guidelines, one South Bay hospital is totally full, including in their intensive care unit. "We don't have any free beds in the hospital," she said. It's the first time the hospital has reached capacity during the pandemic.
'It's unsafe': Nurses alarmed at possible 2-day ICU training program announced by Gov. Newsom
"We're looking at training RNs, this two-day, very effective, focused to training to speed up opportunities to bring nurses into the ICUs to help out patients that's being rolled out as well," Newsom said at Monday's press conference, detailing the state's strategy to prepare for surging COVID-19 numbers. PALO ALTO, Calif. -- Bay Area nurses are expressing concern over an ICU training plan announced By Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday.
'It's unsafe': Nurses alarmed at possible 2-day ICU training program announced by Gov. Newsom
"We're looking at training RNs, this two-day, very effective, focused to training to speed up opportunities to bring nurses into the ICUs to help out patients that's being rolled out as well," Newsom said at Monday's press conference, detailing the state's strategy to prepare for surging COVID-19 numbers. PALO ALTO, Calif. (KGO) -- Bay Area nurses are expressing concern over an ICU training plan announced By Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday.
California COVID-19 rules and Newsom's stay-at-home order get so confusing, some people have tuned out
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- From phases of reopening, to regions on lockdown to watch lists and color codes, it's easy to feel like we're living through some pop quiz that's impossible to study for. The most recent announcement by Gov. Gavin Newsom and Bay Area county health officials has only added another layer of confusion. When we hit the streets, we couldn't find a single person who could keep track of it.
As UK approves coronavirus vaccine, Bay Area doctor lists top concerns about distribution and misinformation
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- As California inches closer to its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines, UCSF's Chair of Medicine has outlined his main concerns about distribution. "Neither the CDC nor the State of California are likely to get more granular than to say health care workers, and people over 65 in long term care facilities are the first two groups," said Dr. Robert Wachter.
'It's actually breathtaking': UCSF doctor explains impact of California receiving 327,000 doses of Pfizer vaccine
He said those details will come out later in the week, along with the state's distribution plan outlining who will get the shot first. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- "We are anticipating 327,000 doses of the vaccine from Pfizer to come in the next few weeks," said Governor Gavin Newsom, who also revealed that he knows roughly when the vaccines will arrive, but didn't want to announce the date until he had the exact day.
COVID-19 Impact: Dozens of businesses in Santa Clara County face steep fines on Black Friday
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, Calif. (KGO) -- Santa Clara County has lived up to its promise to strictly enforce COVID-19 public health guidelines. Dozens of violations were handed out just in the last two days. RELATED: Santa Clara County reports highest COVID-19 daily case count since pandemic began As of noon Friday, 76 violations were handed out with fines ranging from $250 to more than one thousand dollars. Public health officials said they will not name the businesses that were fined.
San Jose lights up downtown to give message of hope on Thanksgiving
On Thanksgiving evening, the San Jose Downtown Association flipped the switch on a light display -- illuminative trees, glowing arches and a Christmas tree as a centerpiece shone bright for all to see. SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- Strolling through Plaza de Cesar Chavez, it almost felt like any other holiday season.
San Jose mayor, police chief say church stabbing suspect should not have been out in the streets, cite systematic failures
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- There are new details in the fatal stabbing that happened Sunday night at a church and homeless shelter in San Jose. Police are now revealing that the suspect has a long criminal history and was deported three times.
Train travel: Amtrak takes extra precautions for Thanksgiving week, doctor shares safety tips
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Although top health officials are advising people not to travel this Thanksgiving amid the coronavirus pandemic, it's inevitable that not everyone will listen. Companies like Amtrak are doing there best to make it as safe as possible for those who will be using their services. RELATED:Crowds at Fresno Yosemite International Airport smaller as Thanksgiving nears "They were really good about letting people know ahead of time to keep their masks on.
Black Friday: Santa Clara County retailers face steep fines, strict enforcement of COVID-19 rules
They are sending out a strong message to retailers - break COVID-19 rules, face fines. COVID-19 RISK CALCULATOR: The safest, most dangerous things to do this holiday season "Because the risk is so high with so many people looking forward to Black Friday deals, for many this is an annual tradition. We're not trying to get in the way of that, we're just trying to make sure you take part in it safely," said Betty Duong with Santa Clara County Department of Health. SANTA CLARA COUNTY, Calif.
Bay Area small businesses struggling through pandemic plead with customers to shop early
With limited capacity and inventory, they can't afford the holiday rush. RELATED: Here's how you can help San Francisco recover this holiday season amid the COVID-19 pandemic Inside JoeyRae boutique in San Carlos, only five customers are allowed in the store at a time. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- If you're traditionally a last-minute holiday shopper, small businesses have a plea this year -- come early. At Gump's in downtown San Francisco, ten customers.
California small businesses hit their breaking point as Governor Gavin Newsom issues new lockdown
So many stories, each one heartbreaking. SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- Anger, frustration, heartbreak -- that's how small business owners are reacting to Governor Gavin Newsom's new orders. In one San Jose plaza, it's 60 small business tenants feeling the impacts. "I could lose everything, it would be sad because my family, we've been here for 32 years," said Christina Bui.
Coronavirus impact: Are travelers going to follow state recommendations to quarantine for 14 days after traveling?
RELATED: California issues travel advisory instead of mandatory quarantine, but will it be taken seriously? SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (KGO) -- On Friday, Governor Newsom issued a travel advisory, asking those coming into California to quarantine for 14 days and asking residents not to travel out of state during the holidays. Unlike other countries where there is a strict mandatory quarantine, the advisory is just that -- advice, with no one tracking you down.
Bay Area marks a much quieter Diwali with mix of tradition and COVID-19 rules
But, there are also signs this is unlike any other year -- the x's on the floor, masks, hand sanitizers .. and the room -- a limited capacity. On any other year, the Fremont temple would be overflowing. FREMONT, Calif. (KGO) -- Inside the oldest Hindu Temple in the Bay Area on Saturday night, a much quieter celebration of Diwali, even as the community maintained some traditions -- prayers, dozens of burning diyas, families spending time together.
COVID-19 TRAVEL: California issues travel advisory instead of mandatory quarantine, 1 day after state surpasses one million coronavirus cases
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- A travel advisory comes one day after California surpassed one million coronavirus cases. "We believe Californians will do the right thing," said California health secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly, explaining why the state is issuing a travel advisory, instead of a mandatory quarantine.
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