California will add science scores to its school accountability system. Why it matters By John Fensterwald | EdSource | July 28, 2026 Critics pan initial display of new state measure of students’ growth on tests.
covid Kids who were babies during COVID are now struggling with reading and math By Emily Tate Sullivan | The74 | March 17, 2026 A new analysis from NWEA, an assessment company, suggests children are experiencing learning disruptions even now.
COVID-19 The CDC sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here’s what they prevent By Arthur Allen and Jackie Fortiér | KFF Health News | January 6, 2026 Experts warn that if vaccine uptake falls, millions could be hospitalized — or worse — as a result of preventable diseases.
COVID-19 Health experts say flu season could hit hard again, urging public to get flu, COVID-19 shots By Alise Maripuu | Bay City News | September 11, 2025 The COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for everyone aged six months and up, according to the state Department of Public Health.
COVID-19 Confusion as kids head back to school and RFK Jr. calls the shots on vaccines By Amanda Geduld | The74.org | September 4, 2025 The country is experiencing some of the lowest childhood vaccine rates and highest levels of public health uncertainty in known memory.
California A change of mind: How COVID’s mental health impacts transformed California’s schools By Emma Gallegos | EdSource | March 30, 2025 The pandemic lifted a veil on a worsening crisis among young people.
health Trump clawed back billions in federal health grants. Here’s how much California is losing By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | March 27, 2025 The CDC intends to “immediately end” pandemic-era funding, which was scheduled to last in some cases until 2027.
COVID-19 Five years after COVID shuttered schools, parent empowerment still going strong By Karen D'Souza | EdSource | March 26, 2025 Instead of waiting for the system to adapt to their needs, one Piedmonter took matters into their own hands.
COVID-19 Scientists say NIH officials told them to scrub mRNA references on grants By Arthur Allen | KFF Health News | March 16, 2025 They fear the Trump administration will abandon a promising field of medical research.
Arts & Entertainment Books Inc. files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy; 174-year-old chain to close Berkeley store By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | January 22, 2025 All other Books Inc. locations will remain operational, pending court approval of a proposed reorganization plan.
COVID-19 SF’s first flu death of season prompts health officials to urge residents to get vaccinated By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | December 16, 2024 People should get vaccinated against flu, COVID-19 and RSV, get tested and stay home if they feel sick.