LATEST UPDATES: Tracking COVID-19 (coronavirus)
KPBS members provide critical funds that keep trusted news on the air.
Give now!
Tracking COVID-19
The coronavirus, or COVID-19, has sickened more than a million people, forced millions to live under strict social distancing orders and paralyzed the global economy since its emergence in Wuhan, China at the end of last year.
Experts say the new virus is deadlier than the seasonal flu and U.S. federal officials have acknowledged that it could kill between 100,000 and 240,000 Americans.
As the outbreak continues to grow, KPBS will continue to update this page with the latest information.
Latest Podcast: New Rules For Restaurants
Live Blog: Border Regional Group Announced; Face Shields And Ventilators Donated To Tijuana
- May 12
- By KPBS Staff
This is a breaking news blog for all of the latest updates about the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 In San Diego: Mapping Cases By ZIP Code
- April 6
- By Christopher Underwood
See the breakdown of coronavirus cases by neighborhood.
Coronavirus: What Your Fellow San Diegans Are Asking KPBS
- May 12
- By KPBS News
As information about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19 changes daily, KPBS will keep you up-to-date with the latest information and answers to your questions.
California Diners May Be Screened For Virus Before Seated
- May 12
- By Associated Press
California wants restaurants to screen guests for symptoms, have servers wear masks and keep diners at least 6 feet (1.8 meters) apart under guidance released Tuesday to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
San Diego County Allows More Businesses to Reopen
- May 12
- By City News Service
Office-based businesses are permitted to reopen. Malls — indoor, outdoor and strip malls — are also allowed to reopen for curbside pickup and delivery only. Other businesses or services able to open Tuesday included car washes, pet grooming businesses, landscaping businesses and outdoor museums and gathering places.
What Happens To The Office Watercooler After Coronavirus?
- May 12
- By Mark Sauer, Megan Burke
How do you keep workers safe when it’s time to go back into the office? This is a critical challenge for the people who design office spaces for companies.
CSU To Continue Online Instruction During Fall Term
- May 12
- By City News Service
There will be "limited exceptions for in-person activities that cannot be delivered virtually."
San Diego Navy Lab Key To Coronavirus Response
- May 12
- By Steve Walsh
Early issues slowed the number of people being tested as the Naval Health Research Center and local military hospitals adjusted to the pandemic.
Virus Adds Obstacles To Southwestern College Program For Local Inmates
- May 12
- By Claire Trageser
Southwestern Community College's Restorative Justice program helps prison inmates and those recently released access a college education. But its work has been upended by the coronavirus pandemic.
San Diego Sheriff Finds No Ground To Charge Santee Man Wearing KKK-Style Hood At Supermarket
- May 11
- By City News Service
After interviewing witnesses and reviewing video evidence, investigators determined that there was insufficient evidence to charge the man with any crime, according to the department.
'Not Realistic Standards': San Diego Politicians Want To Decide How To Reopen Businesses
- May 11
- By Matt Hoffman
Political leaders in San Diego say state requirements to reopen businesses are too strict. Meanwhile businesses in Oceanside plan to reopen in violation of local health orders.
California Counties Push To Reopen Ahead Of State Coronavirus Guidelines
- May 11
- By Associated Press
More than two dozen California counties have asked for permission to loosen their stay-at-home orders beyond what the state allows, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday, promising a speedy review of their requests as jobs continue disappearing by the millions in a coronavirus-induced economic downturn.
Gulls Season Canceled, Team Offering Ticket Refunds For Unplayed Games
- May 11
- By City News Service
The American Hockey League announced Monday the league's Board of Governors has voted to cancel the remainder of the regular season and the 2020 Calder Cup playoffs due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Survey Shows Employees Want To Keep Working From Home
- May 11
- By Alison St John
The survey by a Carlsbad-based consulting company says more than three-quarters of respondents want to continue to work from home at least some of the time after the coronavirus pandemic is over.
San Diego State University To Hold Virtual Commencement Saturday
- May 11
- By City News Service
The celebration will be held at noon May 16 and can be viewed via livestream at SDSU website or Facebook page.
Former Top Health Officials: Do More Testing And Contact Tracing Or Expect Outbreaks
- May 11
- James Doubek / NPR
Former federal health officials Andy Slavitt and Scott Gottlieb tell Morning Edition that more coronavirus testing and contact tracing are needed for U.S. businesses to reopen safely.
Keep up with all the latest news, arts and culture, and TV highlights from KPBS.
Latest on kpbs.org
NOVA: Decoding COVID-19
Airs Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 9 p.m. and Sunday, May 17 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV + Friday, May 15 at 8 a.m. and Noon on KPBS 2 + PBS Video App