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COVID-19

Some 269 teachers were absent on Monday, the first day of instruction in the new semester.

Final approval requires a sign-off from the CDC.

Cases continue to skyrocket; PUSD emphasizes testing as it prepares for return to school on Jan. 5.

No more exemptions for small gatherings like college and fitness classes.

Dramatic increase in cases plus long lines and wait times at the Curative test site at City Hall.

The new guidelines change some recommended isolation and quarantine timelines.

An investigation shows little government oversight of some hospitals where patients are infected with COVID.

Dramatic -- but not unexpected -- jump in local cases.

News of the mandate, tweeted by the governor, will be formally announced Wednesday.

Legislation includes plan for new drop-in vaccination sites.