On Feb. 28, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a plan to loosen the state’s current mask mandates. Unvaccinated individuals will no longer be required to wear masks in most indoor settings starting on March 1. On March 12, the mask mandate in schools and other child care facilities will be lifted for all...

In the weeks following school closures on March 13, many students have begun group initiatives to bolster the Bay Area community during the global pandemic. From 3D printing face shields to simply displaying signs of support, students have sought a variety of ways to connect with hospitals, neighbors and vulnerable residents.