Yea, you've nailed it. Waltz and Mike Osterholm have been lying to us since last March. Minnesota obviously has had Covid-19 licked all along so we need to open things up as quickly as possible - just like all the other states are doing.
Dec. 3 Update; Latest on COVID-19 in MN: 92 more deaths add to grim 7-day toll
MPR News Staff
December 3, 2020 5:00 a.m.
COVID-19 continues to take a brutal toll on Minnesota. The Health Department on Thursday reported 92 more deaths tied to the disease.
The three highest daily death counts in the pandemic have all come in the past week, pushing the seven-day average to 58 deaths reported daily, a record high in the pandemic.
New hospital admissions retreated from Tuesday’s record seven-day average, but hospitalization levels remain high. More than
1,700 people were in hospitals with COVID-19 as of Wednesday; more than 350 needed intensive care.
The latest numbers come as officials brace for another expected wave of cases, hospitalizations and deaths in coming weeks originating from Thanksgiving gatherings. About 1 in 3 recent Minnesota deaths are tied to COVID-19.
Officials on Thursday posted 6,166 newly confirmed or probable cases of the disease, pushing the pandemic total in Minnesota to 333,626. About 87 percent of the people in those cases have recovered to the point they no longer need to be isolated.
The deaths reported Thursday raised Minnesota’s toll to 3,784. Among those who’ve died, about 67 percent had been living in long-term care or assisted living facilities; most had underlying health problems.
At current growth rates COVID-19 deaths in Minnesota would double in 42 days, adding another 3,784 deaths by Jan. 14.
State Covid-19 Restrictions Updates
Connecticut
Restrictions tighten in Connecticut
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Gov. Ned Lamont on Nov. 24 signed an executive order, effective Nov. 26 that increased the amount that businesses can be fined for violations of the state’s COVID-19 rules and capacity limits to $10,000. Lamont rolled back the reopening of the state from phase three to a modified phase two to try to bring the virus under control on Nov. 6. Restaurants must limit indoor capacity to 50%, from 75%. They will also close indoor dining by 9:30 p.m. and limit other gatherings. Connecticut had started phase three of reopening Oct. 8, after delaying several weeks, allowing increased indoor capacity at businesses.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 20, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
17,025 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
9,771 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.44% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
California
Restrictions were imposed in California
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Dec. 3 announced plans for a regional stay-at-home order based on hospital capacity. The news comes amid a staggering rise in coronavirus cases that could overwhelm the state's health care system within weeks. Newsom on Nov. 19 announced a 10 p.m. curfew to start Nov. 21 and last for a month in California counties that are in the strictest level of the state's pandemic restrictions. Non-essential work and gatherings must shut down from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. in the 41 counties in California's purple tier, which includes 94% of the state's nearly 40 million residents. The order will be in effect until Dec. 21, but could be extended if infection rates and disease trends don’t improve. Indoor restaurant dining and indoor church services remain prohibited in those counties.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 19, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Schools
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
114,748 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
94,628 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
0.81% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.desertsun.com/story/new...om-furthers-covid-19-restrictions/6477138002/
Colorado
Restrictions tighten in some Colorado counties
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Gov. Jared Polis announced Nov. 17 that that indoor dining at restaurants will be banned in counties that have the most severe risk when it comes to the coronavirus. Gyms will be limited to 10% of capacity. Colorado extended its face mask order Nov. 9 for 30 days. Polis urged Coloradans to buckle down in the coming few weeks by avoiding social interactions outside of their households, washing their hands and wearing a mask. Polis extended the state's safer-at-home order and amended it to let bars and restaurants in counties under looser levels of COVID-19 restrictions to serve alcohol later than those in counties under higher restrictions.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 26, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
30,526 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
33,882 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.93% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.coloradoan.com/story/ne...-set-reach-level-red-restrictions/6326708002/
Delaware
Restrictions tighten in Delaware prisons
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Delaware officials announced a stay-at-home advisory Dec. 3, “strongly” urging people to not gather with those not in their immediate household. The advisory, made by Gov. John Carney and the Division of Public Health, also includes a statewide mask mandate that requires Delawareans to wear a face covering anytime they are indoors with anyone outside their immediate household. The stay-at-home advisory runs from Dec. 14 to Jan. 11. Carney is also recommending that schools pause in-person learning from Dec. 14 to Jan. 8, with plans to return to hybrid learning on Jan. 11. However, school districts that wish to remain in hybrid learning may do so. Delaware on Nov. 23 began limiting indoor gatherings to 10 people and limit indoor dining at restaurants to no more than 30% capacity. The state is also restricting event venues, including weddings, places of worship, performances, political meetings and funerals.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
3,877 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
3,426 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.39% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.delawareonline.com/stor...chool-closure-advisory-mask-order/3815049001/
Arizona
Restrictions tighten in Arizona
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Gov. Doug Ducey on Dec. 2 unveiled a series of new mitigation measures. Saying Arizona's numbers were "heading in the wrong direction," he announced expanded health and safety requirements for public events approved by cities and counties. He relaxed regulations on restaurants to encourage a shift from indoor to outdoor dining. And he declared that businesses that repeatedly disregard safety guidelines would face closure. The governor did not implement a statewide curfew or a shutdown or put a stop to athletic events – all measures recommended by public health researchers and medical providers within the past week. He also did not put in place a statewide mask mandate, which critics including Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman had called for.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
32,097 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
27,099 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.78% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.azcentral.com/story/new...na-gov-doug-ducey-covid-19-update/3795774001/
Arkansas
Restrictions tighten in Arkansas
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Arkansas is requiring bars, restaurants and clubs that serve alcohol to close by 11 p.m. in an effort to curb a surge in coronavirus cases and hospitalizations, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Nov. 19. Hutchinson issued new guidance for Arkansas churches Nov. 10 in the wake of a surge of COVID-19 cases. Hutchinson had ruled out rolling back the state’s reopening despite a recent surge in coronavirus hospitalizations and 25 more deaths from the illness caused by the virus. The governor extended for another 60 days the emergency declaration he issued because of COVID-19.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Health, Fitness
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
11,685 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
12,770 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.69% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.baxterbulletin.com/stor...s-close-11-p-m-due-covid-19-surge/6347003002/
D.C.
Restrictions tighten in DC
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Mayor Murial Bowser announced "adjustments" to DC's phase two reopening guidelines Nov. 23, including limits to indoor and outdoor gatherings, restrictions to indoor group exercise classes, and prohibiting restaurants to sell alcohol after 10 p.m. Restaurants will continue to be allowed to stay open until midnight, but alcohol sales must stop at 10 p.m. Houses of worship can continue at 50% capacity, but the maximum allowed inside will be reduced from 100 to 50.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 1, 2020; ended on May 29, 2020
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
1,428 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
1,058 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
1.62% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/trav...ked-up-joe-biden-inauguration-day/6225100002/
Alabama
Restrictions unchanged in Alabama
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey extended a statewide face mask order, which was set to expire Nov. 8, to Dec. 11. Ivey instituted the mask order in mid-July. Ivey said she does not plan to shut down businesses. She also also announced two changes to occupancy rates and business social distancing rules beginning Nov. 8.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 4, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Beaches
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
18,402 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
16,047 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
4.71% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...ber-retail-occupancy-rates-lifted/6166312002/
Georgia
Restrictions extended in Georgia
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
Gov. Brian Kemp on Nov. 30 extended the current coronavirus restrictions by two weeks, until Dec. 15, and extended the Public Health State of Emergency until Jan. 8. Kemp on Nov. 13 extended the current social distancing and sanitization restrictions for businesses, gatherings and long-term elderly care facilities in Georgia. The latest order keeps in place a ban on gatherings larger than 50 people in Georgia and continues to make wearing a mask voluntary at the statewide level, not mandatory. Schools and universities in Georgia are reopened.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 3, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Fitness, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
26,461 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
24,361 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.46% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.savannahnow.com/news/20201114/gov-brian-kemp-extends-covid-19-restrictions-in-georgia
Hawaii
Restrictions were imposed in Hawaii
Updated Dec. 3, 2020
As of Nov. 24, anyone flying to Hawaii is required to have a negative COVID-19 test result prior to their departure for the state. Gov. David Ige signed an emergency order on Nov. 16 to clarify the state's mask mandate by creating identical requirements across all islands. While Hawaii has had a statewide mask order in place since April, the rules varied by county, leading to confusion. The new order also says businesses "shall" refuse service to people who refuse to wear a face covering. All hotel operators are now required to "adopt a COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan for each property." Hawaii reopened to tourists Oct. 15. Visitors can avoid a 14-day quarantine if they test negative for the coronavirus 72 hours before arrival.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on May 31, 2020
Affected sectors: Beaches, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
603 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
800 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
1.25% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/trav...negative-covid-19-tests-travelers/6354863002/
Vermont
Restrictions tighten in Vermont
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Vermont schools now have the authority to ask students if their families have gathered with other households over the Thanksgiving break, according to the Vermont Agency of Education. K-12 students whose families visit with other households over the holidays may need to quarantine before coming back to class. Starting Nov. 14, bars and social clubs were be closed to in-person service but may offer take-out. Restaurants must close to in-person service by 10 p.m. each night. The state is requiring restaurants, gyms, museums, and other establishments to keep a daily log of visitors. Gov. Phil Scott announced Nov. 10 that all travelers going in or out of Vermont for nonessential reasons are required to quarantine. The state has also revised its guidance for recreational sports and college athletics, and it has issued some of the most stringent restrictions to ski resorts.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
815 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
517 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.05% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.burlingtonfreepress.com...y-be-mandatory-covid-restrictions/6409468002/
New Hampshire
Restrictions tighten in New Hampshire
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Chris Sununu on Nov. 19 announced a statewide face mask order, requiring people over five years old to wear a mask in public spaces — indoors or outdoors — if they can't maintain social distancing. The order was effective Nov. 20. Sununu asked residents Nov. 13 returning from trips outside of New England to quarantine for 14 days or, alternatively, for seven days if they also follow up with a negative COVID-19 test.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 27, 2020; ended on June 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
4,147 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
2,551 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
4.68% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Washington
Restrictions tighten in Washington
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Jay Inslee on Nov. 15 announced new restrictions on businesses and social gatherings for the next four weeks as the state continues to combat a rising number of coronavirus cases. Starting Nov. 17, a host of businesses must close their indoor services, including fitness facilities and gyms, bowling centers, movie theaters, museums, zoos and aquariums. Retail stores — including grocery stores — must limit their indoor capacity to 25%. Indoor social gatherings with people from more than one household are also prohibited unless attendees have either quarantined for 14 days before the gathering or tested negative for COVID-19 and have quarantined for seven days. Starting Nov. 18, restaurants and bars will be limited to to-go service and outdoor dining with tables seating no more than five people.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 4, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
18,531 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
16,495 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
0.25% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...ce-restaurants-gyms-movies-stores/6304533002/
Montana
Restrictions tighten in Montana
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Steve Bullock on Nov. 17 ordered bars, restaurants and casinos to close at 10 p.m. and announced a round of directives to limit indoor crowd sizes and public gatherings. The new measures went into effect at 5 a.m. Nov. 20. They require restaurants, bars, breweries, distilleries and casinos to operate at 50% of capacity, with tables limited to six people and with 6 feet of physical distance between groups. Public gatherings and events must be limited to 25 people where it is not possible to practice social distancing or where social distancing is not being practiced. Montana is currently in phase two of reopening, which had allowed increased capacity for bars, restaurants, gyms and other gathering places.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 26, 2020; ended on April 24, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
5,440 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
7,864 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.01% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.greatfallstribune.com/s...overnor-bullock-coronavirus-cases/6333813002/
North Dakota
Restrictions tighten in North Dakota
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Doug Burgum on Nov. 13 mandated the wearing of masks in businesses and indoor spaces in their states, following increased pressure from doctors, nurses and other health care professionals. The directive goes into effect Nov. 14 and will last until Dec. 13. Burgum said in a statement that doctors and nurses "need our help, and they need it now." Burgum also directed all bars and restaurants to limit capacity to 50%, and closed all in-person service between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. Large-scale venues are limited to 25% capacity.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Retail, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
4,663 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
7,830 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.39% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Wisconsin
Restrictions tighten Wisconsin
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Tony Evers on Nov. 10 issued an executive order to recommend Wisconsin residents stay home as much as possible and to limit gatherings to households only. He also asked business owners to require masks in the workplace and allow employees to work from home. The order suggests restrictions required in Evers' stay-at-home order that was struck down earlier this year.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on May 26, 2020
Affected sectors: Parks, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
28,430 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
39,991 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.29% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news...-stay-home-day-record-covid-cases/6241313002/
New York
Restrictions tighten in New York
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Bars and restaurants with a liquor license have to close by 10 p.m. and indoor gatherings at private homes will be limited to no more than 10 people under new statewide rules starting Nov. 13. Gyms must close by 10 p.m. On Nov. 18, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that the nation's largest public school system would temporarily halt in-person learning again. Travelers from 38 states and territories must isolate upon entering New York, New Jersey and Connecticut after the three neighboring states expanded their quarantine list again.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 22, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
53,894 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
40,817 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.35% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...ants-must-close-10-p-m-each-night/6252648002/
Rhode Island
Restrictions tighten in Rhode Island
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Gina Raimondo ordered Nov. 19 that indoor gatherings be limited to single families. Outdoor events can be attended by no more than 75 persons. Beginning Nov. 30, bars, cainos, gyms, classrooms for older grades and college students and many other public spaces will be closed until Dec. 13. Raimondo had warned Nov. 12 that Rhode Island was "moving toward another lockdown," which she has attributed to people not following her calls to cancel social gatherings, particularly indoors without masks.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 28, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
8,405 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
5,366 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.78% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.providencejournal.com/s...rictions-schools-dining-bars-gyms/6353799002/
Oregon
Restrictions tighten in Oregon
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Kate Brown announced new guidelines on Nov. 25 – less than two weeks after announcing a two-week "freeze" for the state that started Nov. 18. The new orders go into effect Dec. 3. Restrictions will loosen, especially if counties are not in the state's "extreme risk" category. But in the state’s most populated counties, many of the restrictions will stay in place. Restaurants and bars will be allowed to reopen for outdoor dining. Retail shops will be limited to 50% capacity instead of 75%. Religious organizations will also be allowed to hold gatherings at 25% capacity or up to 100 people; during the "freeze" it had been limited to 25 people indoors and 50 people outdoors. And gyms will be allowed to host outdoor activities and workouts. Indoor operations, such as museums, theaters and gardens, are not allowed to reopen "extreme risk" counties but can reopen at limited capacity in others. Grocery stores will be limited to 75% capacity, and Brown is encouraging curbside pickup when possible. Additionally, the freeze will stop visits to nursing homes and business are now required to mandate that employees work from home as much as possible. Social gatherings, in or out, are not to include more than six people from two households.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
10,790 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
7,630 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
1.37% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.statesmanjournal.com/st...e-restrictions-each-risk-category/6427697002/
Nevada
Restrictions tighten in Nevada
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Steve Sisolak, who tested positive for COVID-19 on Nov. 13, announced a "statewide pause" with new restrictions on Nov. 22. The new restrictions will went into effect on Nov. 24 and last three weeks. Sisolak strengthened Nevada's mask mandate by requiring people to wear a face covering during private gatherings indoors and outdoors, and when around people who are not part of the immediate household. Restaurants, bars, gyms, fitness and dance studios, casinos, public gatherings, museums, zoos, churches, libraries and other businesses are limited to a 25% capacity. There were no restrictions announced for in-person learning at schools.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 31, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
14,751 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
16,905 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.52% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.rgj.com/story/news/2020...-provide-update-covid-19-response/6383258002/
Wyoming
Restrictions tighten in Wyoming
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Mark Gordon on Nov. 19 announced new statewide restrictions for the first time since the spring. Under the new measures, effective Nov. 24, indoor and outdoor gatherings without distancing will be limited to 25 or fewer, indoor gatherings with distancing are limited to 25% capacity with a maximum of 100 people, and outdoor gatherings are limited to 50% capacity with up to 250 people.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Cosmetology, Fitness
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
4,285 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
4,592 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.03% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
South Dakota
Restrictions unchanged in South Dakota
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Kristi Noem has repeatedly said she won't issue a statewide mask requirement and has voiced doubts about health experts who say face coverings prevent infections from spreading. On Nov. 13, Noem's office said she has no intention of using state resources to enforce any federal COVID-19 orders on masks that might come from a Biden administration and that she doesn't have the power to enact one statewide. Noem's "Back to Normal Plan" lays out actions for residents, employers, schools and health care providers once four criteria categories are met, including a downward trajectory of documented coronavirus cases for 14 days in an area with sustained community spread.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Retail, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
7,206 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
6,400 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.02% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...akota-minnesota-covid-19-response/6257432002/
Ohio
Restrictions tighten in Ohio
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Mike DeWine announced a three-week, overnight stay-at-home order for Ohioans starting Nov. 19. The order, aimed at getting people to stay home from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly, comes as COVID-19 infections as daily cases have tripled in the last three weeks. DeWine also said most retail businesses will be closed during those hours. DeWine's released his newest county-by-county heat map Oct. 22. In purple counties, there is severe exposure and spread.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
64,106 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
56,128 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.04% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/ne...ur-cincinnati-pandemic-businesses/3763971001/
Pennsylvania
Restrictions tighten in Pennsylvania
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine on Nov. 23 tightened restrictions on the number of people who can gather indoors. Indoor events in spaces meant for up to 2,000 attendees will be limited to 10% of that capacity, a maximum of 200. Events in spaces that would normally accommodate 2,001 to 10,000 people will be limited to 5% of capacity. Outdoors, the limits will be 15% of the normal maximum capacity of 2,000, and 10% for what would normally be limits of 2,001 to 10,000. The state also plans to enforce some its rules, including mask wearing and travel restrictions, with fines. Pennsylvania's universal masking order has also been updated to requiring mask-wearing indoors, as well as outdoors if physical distance is not able to be kept. The state also has a 25% indoor occupancy limit for restaurants. Levine on Nov. 17 rolled out a number of "targeted efforts" to help curb COVID-19, including an order that requires anyone who enters Pennsylvania to be tested within 72 hours of arriving. If someone cannot or does not get a negative test, they must quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. The order took effect Nov. 20.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 1, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
51,792 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
46,348 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.5% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/2020...y-home-advisory-but-its-not-order/6397107002/
New Jersey
Restrictions tighten in New Jersey
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy said Nov. 16 that indoor gatherings will now be limited to 10 people, down from 25, and the outdoor capacity will be lowered to 150, from 500. Towns and counties will have the discretion to close bars, restaurants and other businesses by 8 p.m. under an executive order that Murphy, a Democrat, said he planned to sign Nov. 12. The order will allow local officials to close any business not considered essential two hours earlier than a statewide order issued this week that stops bars and restaurants from operating indoors after 10 p.m. Murphy had already warned residents not to travel out of state unless it is absolutely necessary.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 21, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Parks
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
28,621 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
28,634 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.76% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.northjersey.com/story/n...gathering-limits-covid-cases-rise/6308660002/
Utah
Restrictions tighten in Utah
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Ahead of Thanksgiving weekend, Gov. Gary Herbert did not extend an order that required people to limit social gatherings. Herbert issued a statewide mask mandate late Nov. 8, hoping to stem a troubling spike in coronavirus cases and hospitalizations. After weeks of surging coronavirus cases and deaths, Herbert introduced a new tiered "Transmission Index" that will be used to place each Utah county into one of three levels of alert — high, moderate and low. Based on the index, which calculates each county's level of transmission using metrics like cases per-capita, transmission rates and hospital capacity, each county will need to follow new requirements regarding masks, social distancing, and rules for going out in public.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Gatherings, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
22,263 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
17,906 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.13% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.thespectrum.com/story/n...ary-herbert-mask-mandate-covid-19/6218165002/
Nebraska
Restrictions tighten in Nebraska
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Pete Ricketts warned Nov. 16 he will impose restriction on the size of groups if it appears hospitals are being overwhelmed by COVID-19 patients. Ricketts announced new health measures Nov. 11. The measures require people to maintain 6 feet of separation "in all instances" in various public spaces, requires masks for staff and patrons at indoor businesses, limits fan attendance for all indoor youth extracurricular activities to household members of participants only,and temporarily halts elective surgeries that can wait four weeks or longer without substantially changing a patient’s outcome. Nebraska had reimposed restrictions in late October, instituting rules for indoor gatherings, bars and restaurants and wedding and funeral receptions.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
11,758 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
13,672 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
5.32% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...take-effect-today-across-nebraska/6256074002/
West Virginia
Restrictions tighten in West Virginia
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Jim Justice on Nov. 13 ordered the wearing of masks at all times in businesses and other indoor spaces starting at midnight. Justice's first indoor mask order in July did not require masks if social distancing was possible. The new order requires masks at all times except when eating or drinking. Justice said public and private schools must use remote instruction from Thanksgiving through Dec. 3. All winter high school sports are postponed until Jan. 11.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 4, 2020
Affected sectors: Cosmetology, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
6,845 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
6,781 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.7% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Virginia
Restrictions tighten in Virginia
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Ralph Northam on Nov. 13 said in a news release that the state’s cap on gatherings will be reduced from 250 to 25, the state’s mask requirement will be applied to younger children, and alcohol sales will be prohibited at dining establishments, breweries and wineries after 10 p.m. Those and other new restrictions took effect at midnight Nov. 15. The gathering ban will apply to events such as weddings, but won’t impact schools or restaurants. Restaurants were already subject to capacity limits due to rules requiring that patrons remain socially distanced. On Oct. 29, Northam permitted indoor and outdoor recreational sports to be played provided participants and organizers comply with restrictions.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on June 10, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
15,603 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
18,113 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
1.53% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.progress-index.com/stor...tions-virginia-take-effect-sunday/6283561002/
New Mexico
Restrictions tighten in New Mexico
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Nov. 13 announced a two-week "reset" of heightened public health restrictions from late March and early April. That means citizens are ordered to shelter in place, leaving home only for essential trips for health, safety and welfare. All non-essential businesses and nonprofits will cease in-person activities per the order. Essential businesses may operate under reduced operations and occupancy to the "greatest possible extent." This encompasses the Thanksgiving Day holiday, running through Nov. 30.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
13,066 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
15,680 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
0.57% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/ne...ces-covid-19-public-health-orders/6278913002/
North Carolina
Restrictions tighten in North Carolina
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Roy Cooper on Nov. 23 announced new safety measures and extended the state's phase three COVID restrictions through at least Dec.11. Those measures being extended include the continued indoor closure of bars and limits on the size of gatherings. Cooper said additional steps could be taken, including the possibility of re-imposing some business and travel restrictions, if the numbers continue heading in the wrong direction. Cooper had announced on Nov. 10 the state will remain paused in phase three of its reopening plan, which includes a statewide mask mandate, for at least three more weeks. He also announced the limit on indoor gatherings will be lowered from 25 to 10 people. Phase three order on reopening businesses and public spaces had been scheduled to expire Nov. 20, after it was extended in late October.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Entertainment
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
30,725 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
21,348 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.11% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.fayobserver.com/story/n...requirements-covid-cases-increase/6393083002/
South Carolina
Restrictions unchanged in South Carolina
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Henry McMaster's office said Nov. 7 it has no plans to enact any new statewide restrictions. COVID-19 counts are reaching levels not seen since early August in the Upstate and state health officials warned that South Carolina could be in the midst of a "fall surge." South Carolina restaurants can now operate at full capacity inside their dining rooms, as of Oct. 2. Residents of South Carolina's nursing homes and assisted-living facilities are able to visit with their loved ones again — but only outside — under guidelines. Movie theaters, arenas, stadiums and other large venues throughout South Carolina can reopen with severe restrictions.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 7, 2020; ended on May 12, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
12,158 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
9,745 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.71% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.greenvilleonline.com/st...ster-silent-rising-covid-19-cases/6185725002/
Oklahoma
Restrictions tighten in Oklahoma
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Kevin Stitt on Nov. 16 announced new restrictions on bars and restaurants and a requirement that all state employees must wear masks while at work. The restrictions mark the first the governor has implemented as Oklahoma has seen an explosion of new COVID-19 cases and hospitals filling up with with COVID-19 patients. Effective Nov. 19, bars and restaurants must adhere to a nightly 11 p.m. curfew, except for to-go and drive-thru orders. Bars and restaurants will be required to close by 11 p.m., with no in-person food or alcohol served afterwards. Phase three of reopening began June 1: businesses resumed at full capacity, and limited visitation could resume at hospitals, at the discretion of facilities.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Cosmetology, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
19,706 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
20,002 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
4.07% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Mississippi
Restrictions tighten in Mississippi
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Tate Reeves announced Nov. 11 he is extending his mask mandate into December, affecting residents in 15 counties across the state. The order will now remain in effect until Dec. 11. Businesses can remain open provided they operate in a limited capacity and adhere to guidelines issued by the Mississippi Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he said. All private and public social gatherings are limited to 10 people while indoors and 50 people outdoors. Reeves at a Nov. 24 news conference did not indicate that he is close to reinstating a statewide mask mandate, however, despite a growing number of top Mississippi health leaders urging him to do so.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 3, 2020; ended on May 11, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
11,654 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
8,591 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
4.73% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.clarionledger.com/story...9-update-coronavirus-restrictions/6408261002/
Texas
Restrictions unchanged in Texas
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Texas does not have any new statewide restrictions. Beginning Oct. 14, bars in Texas could reopen for in-person service up to 50% capacity indoors, but all customers must be seated while eating or drinking. There is no occupancy limit outdoors. Days later in El Paso, officials implemented citywide restrictions aimed at curbing the virus' spread, limiting capacity for businesses, restaurants and spectator sports. Gov. Greg Abbott relaxed capacity limits for businesses in much of the state on Sept. 17, including restaurants, retail stores and gyms, citing declining hospitalizations. Hospitalizations have risen by more than 90% since then. Businesses can accommodate 75% of capacity, up from the previous 50% limit, as long as the area’s COVID-19 patients occupy 15% or fewer of available hospital beds.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 2, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
83,565 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
83,162 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
4.57% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.caller.com/story/sports...-sets-new-coronavirus-case-record/3764854001/
Puerto Rico
Restrictions tighten in Puerto Rico
Updated Nov. 26, 2020
Gov. Wanda Vázquez capacity limits to restaurants, casinos, gyms, churches and other places. The restrictions, in place until Nov. 16, will last until Dec. 11. Vázquez said she would activate the National Guard to enforce a curfew starting from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. She had previously eased restrictions on restaurants, gyms, theaters and casinos Oct. 16.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 15, 2020; ended on May 3, 2020
Affected sectors: Beaches, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
4,879 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
4,795 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.07% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/trav...es-gyms-after-drop-covid-19-cases/3471379001/
Maine
Restrictions tighten in Maine
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Janet Mills issued an order Nov. 19 requiring all outdoor and indoor amusement venues, movie theaters, performing arts venues, casinos, and businesses that provide seated food and drink service to close by 9 p.m. Mills had issued an executive order Nov. 5 requiring people to wear a face covering regardless of whether they can physically distance from others as. That order strengthened a previously issued mask mandate that required face masks only if physically distancing was difficult to maintain. With an elevated risk of COVID-19 spread, hybrid instruction is recommended for schools. Maine began stage four of reopening Oct. 13.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 2, 2020; ended on May 31, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
1,289 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
1,531 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
4% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Idaho
Restrictions reimposed in Idaho
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Brad Little announced Nov. 13 a move the state back to stage two of Idaho's reopening plan — with some modifications. The state had previously moved back to Stage 3 of reopening and reimposed restrictions including gathering restrictions and stricter rules for bars and restaurants, after being in the fourth and final phase for months. Idaho had failed to move forward from that stage nine consecutive times.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
9,952 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
8,525 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.22% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Minnesota
Restrictions further tighten in Minnesota
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Social gatherings, sports and in-person dining at bars and restaurants paused for four weeks starting Nov. 20 to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. Gov. Tim Walz announced Nov. 18 night that in-person social gatherings with people outside your household are prohibited, and bars and restaurants will only be allowed to do take-out and delivery service. Gyms, fitness centers, entertainment and event spaces will close, and adult and youth sports will be paused. But retail businesses, salons and places of worship may continue to operate with proper precautions in place. These restrictions further tighten those Walz imposed Nov. 10, reducing the allowed capacity at bars and restaurants and setting limits on social gatherings. Bars and restaurants were ordered to stop serving at 10 p.m., and attendance at social gatherings were limited.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 27, 2020; ended on May 4, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
44,323 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
39,397 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.91% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.sctimes.com/story/news/...lz-order-bars-restaurants-closing/6332916002/
Michigan
Restrictions tighten in Michigan
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Nov. 16 that in-person classes at high schools and colleges statewide will be suspended for three weeks starting Nov. 18, along with eat-in dining at restaurants and bars. The new public health order includes the cancellation of organized sports and group exercise classes, though gyms may remain open for individual exercise with strict safety measures, and professional and college athletics may continue. Casinos and movie theaters will be closed temporarily and gatherings inside homes will be limited to two households.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on June 5, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
58,410 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
41,392 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.26% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.freep.com/story/news/he...wn-shutdown-high-schools-colleges/6305432002/
Massachusetts
Restrictions tighten in Massachusetts
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Charlie Baker instituted a partial stay-at-home order effective Nov. 6. The revised order seeks to restrict late-night congregating, telling residents to stay home from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. ET. But it allows trips to work, running "critical errands," such as going for groceries or for health reasons, and allows people to take walks. Restaurants, liquor stores, gyms, hair salons, theaters and some other recreational businesses and attractions must close from 9:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. as well. Restaurants, however, may be allowed to stay later for takeout food. Private gatherings at people's homes, limited to 10 people inside and 25 outdoors, must end by 9:30 p.m.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 24, 2020; ended on May 18, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
26,313 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
16,044 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.78% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...-have-big-case-impact-experts-say/6183084002/
Iowa
Restrictions tighten in Iowa
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds announced an order Nov. 16 that requires everyone age 2 and older to wear a face covering when in any indoor public area if they will be within 6 feet of people who are not members of their household for 15 minutes or longer.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Health, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
15,401 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
21,751 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.74% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.desmoinesregister.com/s...s-bar-dining-hours-fight-covid-19/6314167002/
Illinois
Restrictions tighten in Illinois
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. JB Pritzker announced new statewide mitigation measures on Nov. 17. The new measures, effective Nov. 20, affect retail, gyms, hotels, bars, restaurants, manufacturing, offices and more. Gyms can remain open if patrons wear masks and schedule appointments. Retail and personal care services can operate at no more than 25% capacity. Casinos, museums and theaters will be closed. Indoor recreation activities will pause, and outdoor activities will limited to 10 people or less, with participants wearing face coverings at all times. Other mitigations started Nov. 8 for bars and restaurants in Region 3, which includes Springfield and much of west-central Illinois. They must again halt indoor service and no crowds of more than 25 people are allowed.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 21, 2020; ended on May 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
62,073 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
76,106 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.53% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.sj-r.com/news/20201101/...ough-some-restaurants-opt-for-dine-in-service
Indiana
Restrictions tighten in Indiana
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Eric Holcomb on Nov. 11 moved the state out of its stage five of reopening after seven weeks of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations soaring beyond the spring rates. Holcomb placed limits on social gatherings and school events for most of the state, and he also made available $20 million to local officials to help ensure businesses adhere to the state’s mask and social distancing requirements.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on May 1, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Gatherings
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
40,536 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
43,391 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.76% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.indystar.com/story/news...announces-restrictions-amid-surge/6251537002/
Kentucky
Restriction enforcement is tightening in Kentucky
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Andy Beshear on Nov. 18 announced multiple new restrictions. Starting Nov. 23, all public and private K-12 schools must stop in-person learning for the rest of the semester. Elementary schools in counties outside of the state's red zone will be allowed to reopen Dec. 7 if the school follows all guidelines. From Nov. 20-Dec. 13, restaurants and bars must close indoor dining. Outdoor dining will be allowed with some limitations. Indoor gatherings will be limited to two families with no more than eight people. Gyms are limited to 33% capacity and weddings and funerals are limited to 25 people. Kentucky has had a statewide mask mandate since July and, in early November, Beshear extended the order through Dec. 4. Most businesses and attractions in the Bluegrass State have been allowed to reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 26, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
24,461 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
17,749 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
2.79% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news...kentucky-coronavirus-restrictions/6339106002/
Maryland
Restrictions tighten in Maryland
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Ahead of the holidays, State police will launch a COVID-19 enforcement initiative with an added presence in several Maryland cities Gov. Larry Hogan announced. Restaurants, bars and other establishments must close by 10 p.m. nightly under new COVID-19 restrictions announced Nov. 17 by Gov. Larry Hogan. Hogan also ordered all retail businesses, religious institutions and other venues to limit indoor capacity to 50%. The restrictions go into effect on Nov. 20. State health officials are "strongly advising against" indoor gatherings of more than 25 people and nonessential travel to states with a positivity rate above 10%. Those who leave the state must get tested and self-quarantine. All businesses in Maryland are now able to open in stage three, and every school district in Maryland is authorized to reopen for in-person instruction.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Beaches
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
14,919 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
15,747 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
1.17% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/n...-state-police-ramp-up-enforcement/6398909002/
Kansas
Restrictions tighten in Kansas
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. Laura Kelly ordered Nov. 18 that everyone wear face coverings when inside public spaces, or in situations where physical distancing of 6 feet cannot be maintained, beginning Nov. 25. The order came after she said Nov. 10 she was not yet considering any sort of statewide mitigation efforts, instead choosing to work with local governments and Republican legislators.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 3, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
shrinking, with
14,509 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
19,466 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
3.92% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Read more: https://www.cjonline.com/news/20201118/kansas-governor-issues-second-statewide-mask-mandate
Louisiana
Restrictions tighten in Louisiana
Updated Nov. 25, 2020
Gov. John Bel Edwards announced more COVID-19 restrictions starting Nov. 25 as infections spike for the third time in the state, reducing capacity at most businesses and restaurants to 50% with even more limitations for bars. Gathering limits will be rolled back to 25% with a cap of 75 people for indoor events and 150 for outdoor events. Louisiana won't close schools or suspend fan attendance at high school, college or pro sports and will keep the current 75% occupancy limit for churches and other places of worship.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 14, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is
growing, with
18,440 for the seven days ending December 3 compared to
13,672 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending Nov. 29, 2020, the share of residents leaving their homes was about
4.4% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
