Riverside County is calling on all willing residents, especially those with medical expertise, to support response efforts for novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities and other group medical care sites are particularly...Continue reading
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Riverside County Launches Mobile App to Report Nonessential Businesses
The County of Riverside created an app to report violations of state and county public health orders issued to stem the spread of COVID-19. “We must mitigate and suppress the spread of the coronavirus. This...Continue reading
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance for Self-Employed Page Now Available
As part of the federal CARES Act, the new Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program helps unemployed Californians who are business owners, self-employed, independent contractors, have limited work history, and others not usually eligible for regular state...Continue reading
Initial COVID-19 Case and Death Data Similar to State’s Diversity
The California Department of Public Health released the initial data of COVID-19 cases and death rates based on racial and ethnic percentages. The data shows that the disease affects Californians in line with the state’s...Continue reading
Mayor John Aguilar Shows You How to Make a Mask Without Sewing
The Riverside County Public Officer has mandated the use of face masks when going out in public. Mayor John Aguilar informs you on the importance of wearing a mask to slow the spread, but also...Continue reading
New Graph Shows Coronavirus Rates Over Time
To better understand the speed of the Coronavirus spread and the significance of social distancing, staying home, and wearing mask while out in public, then take a look at the recent graph:
Riverside County Public Health Officer Amends Order for Public to Stay Home and Cover Face When Leaving
The amended order released on April 6, 2020 makes exceptions to government operations, essential businesses, and public utility work. Read the amended order here: Download amended order
Riverside County Public Health Officer orders public to stay home and cover face when leaving
In response to the rapidly rising number of COVID-19 cases, Riverside County Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser today ordered that no gatherings of any number of people may take place outside of family members...Continue reading
Chamber of Commerce and City Working Together as Information Hubs
The Cathedral City Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, is expanding their Visitor Center operations in this time of need to assist our community. They are available Monday...Continue reading
Independent Contractors and Gig Workers May Qualify for Unemployment Benefits
As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Response, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) passed by Congress, independent contractors and gig workers are eligible for unemployment benefits for the first time. Typically, these types of workers...Continue reading