Jonathan Franklin
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National
California extends its indoor mask mandate until February as omicron surge continues
So far, nearly 80% of California residents have been vaccinated with at least one dose of the COVID vaccine. The extended statewide mask mandate is set to expire on Feb. 15.
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National
Children as young as 12 should get Pfizer COVID-19 booster vaccines, CDC advisers say
If the CDC approves the advisory panel's recommendation, boosters for adolescents age 12-17 could be available as early as this week. The shots should be given five months after initial immunization.
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National
The CDC says a test to get out of COVID isolation is not needed, resisting pushback
Those who contracted COVID-19 can end their isolation after five days while continuing to wear a well-fitting mask for an additional five days, according to the agency.
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National
Late-night hosts Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers test positive for COVID-19
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Late Night With Seth Meyers are both taped at New York City's 30 Rockefeller Plaza. Meyers' show has been canceled for the rest of this week.
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National
Over 30,000 Coloradans ordered to evacuate as fires overtake their towns
Thousands of residents in three communities near Denver were ordered to evacuate Thursday as wind-fueled wildfires engulfed parts of the area, scorching hundreds of homes and buildings.
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National
People should avoid cruise travel regardless of their vaccination status, the CDC says
The CDC revised its guidance Thursday, as 91 cruise ships are under investigation for COVID outbreaks onboard. Most cruise lines require adult passengers to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
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National
A complete guide to what is — and isn't — open this Christmas Eve (and Day)
Many major retailers and fast-food chains have announced they will be closed this Christmas Day. A few, however, will stay open for customers.
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Technology
Kronos hack will likely affect how employers issue paychecks and track hours
The attack affects several of its systems, including how employees can track their paid time off and how they can get paid, according to the company.
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National
Cornell shuts down its Ithaca campus after significant signs of omicron variant found
The campus reported nearly 500 new cases of COVID-19 among the student body. The new omicron variant was detected "in a significant number" of positive tests, the university said.
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National
Adult portable bed rails have been recalled after 2 people became entrapped and died
In both incidents, officials say the bed rails were not securely attached to the bed. The two victims became entrapped between the product and their mattresses.