SACRAMENTO, Calif. — ABC10 is following the latest coronavirus statistics and vaccine news for the Sacramento region and the state of California.
This blog will be updated throughout the day with the latest COVID-19 news. Click HERE to learn when and where you can sign-up to get the coronavirus vaccine near you.
California could get $150B from federal virus relief bill
Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration says the massive new federal coronavirus relief bill will pump more than $150 billion into the state's economy.
Nearly half of that money will go to Californians directly in the form of $1,400 checks and expanded unemployment benefits. Another $26 billion will go to the state government.
Newsom will announce his plans for the money in mid-May.
California's legislative leaders said they're interested in using the money to help people and small businesses. About $16 billion will go to local governments and be split in half between cities and counties.
California non-profit sues Gov. Newsom over COIVD restrictions
The non-profit California Constitutional Rights Foundation (CCRF) is suing Gov. Gavin Newsom, saying he overstepped his emergency powers and violated the rights of restaurant owners and their customers.
The CCRF spoke about the suit at a press conference on Mar. 5 in Roseville.
The organization was joined at the press conference by Retired Judge Steven Bailey, Chief Counsel of CCRF, Retired Judge Gary Kreep, President and Senior Counsel of CCRF, and joined by Rep. Tom McClintock, (R-Dist. 4), and Assemblyman Kevin Kiley, (R-Dist. 6).
“[The] filing comes after Governor Newsom in a most vindictive manner refused to reopen Placer County. The issue here is not the virus but is whether the citizens of Placer County and the State of California will be permitted to be free by this Governor. This is a liberty issue, plain and simple,” Baily said.
Vaccination appointments still available for weekend clinic in Yuba County
There are several open appointment times for COVID vaccination for the weekend vaccine clinic in Yuba County.
The county posted about the openings on Facebook with a link to register. Tap here to learn how you can make an appointment.
County officials say the is updated with new county clinic information every Wednesday at 9 a.m. and is frequently updated with clinic information through other healthcare facilities, too.
Sacramento neighborhood clinic to open this Friday
Beginning this Friday, March 12, the City Church of Sacramento, in a partnership with UC Davis Health and Vice Mayor Jay Schenirer, will host a vaccination clinic for eligible residents of Oak Park.
Vaccinations are by appointment only and can be scheduled for Oak Park residents age 65 years old and above by calling (916) 349-6980.
Resources guide for California families
- San Joaquin County Help: A Resource Guide for Struggling Families and Individuals
- Yolo County Help: A Resource Guide for Struggling Families and Individuals
- Stanislaus County Help: A Resource Guide for Struggling Families and Individuals
- Sacramento County Help: A Resource Guide for Struggling Families and Individuals
- Where to find help in Placer County: A resource guide for struggling individuals and families
- Northern California Help: A resource guide for struggling Families and individuals
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