Whats being done about it. Reporter right now at san quinten, they are testing prisoners and getting immediate results in realtime. Thats why the governor gave a specific number today at noon and within a few hours, there were more cases. So they are constantly updating those numbers. We are finding out more about that 71yearold death row inmate who was found dead in his cell last wednesday. According to the marin county coroners office, the examination of the body showed he tested positive for covid19. The baseball field at san quinten has been turned into a triage because of the covid19 outbreak. Since the governor spoke this morning, the number of inmate cases has gone up by 19, to 1,030. Whats concerning is how quickly that number increased. 987 new cases in the past 14 days alone. We have formalized strategies and plans, including the protect of suiting seton hospital if we have to transfer many, many patients. Reporter several months ago, 3500 lowlevel offenders throughout the prison system wre released. The governor said prisoners will soon be set free to further increase space for inmate movement, physical distancing, and isolation efforts. We have identified an additional cohort of over 3500 additional prisoners working throug reporter the departme corrections and rehabilitation confirmed that eligible offenders who have 180 days or less to serve on their sentences will be released to Community Supervision beginning july 1. Its unclear what impact that will have outside of the prison system. But today, the Public Health department expressed concern over the local impact of the outbreak at san quinten state prison. Regarding the rest of the state, newsom said hospitalizations were up 43 in the last two weeks. Four counties as of this morning in the Central Valley were now being monitored by the state because of their higher numbers. So now were 19 counties, and dr. Galley will attest that represents about 72 of the population in the state of california. Reporter and the governor said, you know, each county is very different in thatsome have seen a surge because of family gathering. Other counties like imperial you have more factories and farms and imperial by the way has resumed its stay at home order. Leeann melendez, abc7 news. Leeann, did the governor give any indication he may reverse the reopening of some businesses . Reporter not in so many words, but he has taken action by either ordering or recommending the closure of bars in more than a dozen counties throughout the state. That happened yesterday. To avoid any more closures, newsom announced hes stepping up enforcement and they will be providing millions and millions of masks to be distributed throughout the state. Thank you, leeann. Over in the east bay, a spike in cases has forced Health Officials to delay the opening of businesses and activities previously planned for this wednesday. The county is closely monitoring data showing covid19 activity increasing in the community. Reporter gyms, closed. Bars, also closed. Indoor dining, still out of the sitiveases, is theggest increass has delayed the reopening of businesses and activities scheduled for july 1. Before covid, this mexican restaurants capacity was 100 people inside. Now like many others, they will remain with the takeout options. Unless were doing a higher vaium of inperson dining, it doesnt make sense for us to do that. Thats not considering the added risk of contamination. Reporter the sevenday average of new covid19 cases in this county increased from 38 a day to 87 per day. Our research hasnt really shown that this rise is specific to people who attended large gatherings like protests. What were really finding is that the spread is across the community. Reporter this graph shows an increase in cases among those 31 to 40 years old. Where are the majority of the cases coming from . Our historically marginalized communities are seeing the highest number of positives. Reporter the highest number are among the Latino Community, leading this county to open the first testing site in richmondhd see how it will relieve pressure to the health care system. The Health Care Officer would like to see one week of flat indicators. Neighboring Alameda County as we mentioned earlier has hit pause on any future reopening plans. It has been ten days since alameda allowed Outdoor Dining to reopen. Tomorrow, the board of supervisors was going to consider filing an out of station variance with the state, meaning it was ready to move forward. Alameda is one of just three counties in the state without a. Today, the countys top officer, dr. Sarah cody, provided an updateening plans there. It wasnt enough to satisfy protesters, though, including some local business owners. Chris nguyen has that story now in the south bay. At this point, there is no reason for us to be closed. Reporter in san jose, a small but united group now running out of patience. Its just been very frustrating, because its already at the end of june and weve been waiting since march 16 and still no date. Reporter employees from hair salons gathered outside the Public HealthDepartment Monday afternoon, expressing frustration about not being allowed to reopen since the start of the covid19 pandemic. Were selfemployed. Were independent contractors. We work on what we built for ourselves, and when that gets completely taken away, were just left with nothing and no guidance. Reporter Santa Clara County has been slower to open sectors of the society. They say theyve been relying on data and science. Our community has done better at controlling the virus than almost any other community in the entire United States. Reporter dr. Sarah cody told the board of supervisors that in the coming days, some sector also be given the green light to prepare for reopening. The county has more than 750 contact tracers to help investigate cases. And more than 50 testing sites throughout the area. However, this comes as covid19 numbers rise across the region. The root cause of this pandemic in the u. S. Is a collective National Failure to invest in Public Health preparedness. So were in the place where just managing this as best we can, county by county. Reporter for these workers, concerns continue to mount as time goes on. Theres many of us that are going bankrupt because the bills have not stopped but the money has. So we really are looking for more response. Reporter in san jose, chris nguyen, abc7 news. Lets go to the north bay now. Marin county is pausing part of its reopening plan after seeing the largest spike in coronavirus cases there since the pandemic started. Today was supposed to be the reopening for many businesses, but now that message is getting mixed. Indoor dining is back, along with hair salons and barbershops. Reopening is now on hold for hotels, nail salons, tattoo parlors and gyms. I cant do this much longer. Ive got a wife who is pregnant, eight months pregnant with our second kid. You know, my ppp money has expired. Unemployment money is not going to cut it, so its scary. Muir woods reopened today. Masks are not required but reservations are needed for parking. San francisco schools are el henning students stay healthy, even while away from the classroom. The School District teamed up to hand out more than 8,000 free thermometers today. A local tech company donated the smart devices. Theyre equipped with technology that makes it easy for students and families to keep tabs on their 4e8health. They hook up to the phone, so you can kind of track your temperatures over a period of time. Sounds like tech. The thermometers were handed out during the districts free Meal Distribution today. For full interactive map of whats open and whats closed in the county where you live, you can go to abc7news. Com. Its all spelled out for you in an easytounderstand way, county by county. As of today, the United States has recorded more than 2. 5 million cases of covid19. Los angeles is the first county in the nation to record 100,000 cases. L. A. County beaches are going to close over the Holiday Weekend this weekend because of rising case numbers. Amc theaters announced its pushing back reopening at least by two weeks. It had been set for july 15th, but now plans to reopen on july 30th. Well see. In new york, broadway will remain closed through rest of the year. Refunds are being offered for any tickets bought through early january. In canada, Cirque Du Soleil is filing for creditor protection as it restarts shows during the pandemic. The company is based in montreal and laid off more than 3,000 employees. And theres this. The head of the World Health Organization says the worst is yet to come. Well, still to come here on abc7 news at 6 00, an iteam exclusive. Digging into millions of dollars worth of military equipment going to Bay Area Police departments. Why one small north bay up town stands out. Im spencer christian. Temperatures have begun rising again as july approaches. What can we expect this weekend . Ill have the we saw the earthquake grace in bold was offering a grant program. I signed up and i was actually selected it leaves the house in tack. You now know that in the next earthquake your house will be standing and we also got a discount on our earthquake insurance. If there is an earthquake. Our house has a better chance of surviving in. Boy, check this out. Some of the newest artwork in oakland near the at lake merritt, the words all black, trans, queer, nonbinary, women, disabled, lives matter are painted on the street. We had to speed up the video even from drone view 7 so you could see all of the words. They are painted along the street. The painting was done over the weekend. Organized by the east bay queer arts center. The former Police Officer charged with killing george floyd appeared before a minneapolis judge today. By video for pretrial hearing. Derek chauvin is charged with Second Degree murder. Officers Jay Alexander king, tu tao and thomas lane are charged with aiding and abetting. They appeared in person. The attorney said comments made by state and local officials have tainted their clients right to a fair trial and are planning to ask for a change of venue. The abc7 news iteam is investigating more than 11 million worth of military equipment which is now in the hands of officers and deputies across the bay area. Some of the tactical vehicles received in recent years are creating more than just a controversial conversation. Abc7 news iteam reporting stephanie sierra has the story which youll only see on abc 7. Reporter petaluma, california. Population around 62,000. And the stunning views respect the only reason to love this tourist destination. Your chances of being a victim of a Violent Crime are low. 1 in 314 people to be exact. Oddly enough, this charming, quaint town is arguably one of the smallest cities in the bay area most equipped to respond to a roadside bomb. I dont embarrass easily, but its not what see. Reporter petalumas mayor isnt happy about it. The Police Department received an Armored Vehicle in 2014, sometimes referred to as a counterattack truck. Why would a city like petaluma need a military vehicle like that . I dont believe we need a vehicle like that. Reporter the vehicle, worth 750,000, was acquired at no cost through the department of defenses 1033 program. The federal Program AllowsLaw Enforcement agencies to apply for military surplus equipment that would otherwise be thrown away. How many times has it been used . Its only been used four times. Reporter the Police Department ranks first in the bay area for receiving the most expensive military equipment in the past ten years. Equipment they didnt pay for, but worth more than 1. 3 million. Antioch police ranked second, the department raking in more than 1 million worth of equipment. Everything from a single order of 13 rifles to a mine resistant ambush protective vehicle. These trucks are built to survive an ied attack, meant for war zones. Yet eight Police Departments across the bay area have ordered them, including two suburban cities like South San Francisco and redwood city. Please, the tank is such a poor representation of what a Police Department should be. And the chief totally agrees. Reporter this is diane howard, the mayor of redwood city, speaking on behalf of the police chief. Their goal, community policing. Hes returning the tank to the federal government. He would be happy not to have it in redwood city. Reporter but if you ask the mayor of South San Francisco i have no problems with the vehicle. Reporter he argues theyre crucial to respond to natural disasters, specifically flooding. When i look at the potential to save lives and help our residents and anywhere in the county where it might be needed that takes presence dense. Reporter the ambush vehicle costs 3,000 each to do regular maintenance the past seven years. The 1033 Program First became scrutinized after the shooting death of Michael Brown and now following George Floyds death, the conversation surrounding militarized police is more controversial. The House Armed Services committee will consider an amendment to cancel the program at some time this year. In oakland, a Police Officer is under arrest accused of harassing another city employee. The officer is charged with annoying and harassing phone calls, criminal threats and stalking, all misnemi mis misdeme misdemeanors. So far the Community Police review board is looking at it, as well. The Peralta Community college will end its contract with the Sheriffs Office at the end of this year. The districts colleges include laney and merit in oakland, Berkeley City College and the college of alameda. Trustees are looking for a Community Based policing model to address safety on communities. Oakland unified voted to dissolve its Police Department last week, as well. A new city budget goes into effect for oakland, one that includes more than 14 million in cuts for the Police Department. The 1. 7 billion spending plan was approved last week. Oakland was the latest bay area city to respond to a National Outcry about police funding. The city is redirecting the money elsewhere, part of a 50 million boost to address racial inequities city wide. Oakland wants to establish a new civilian Response Team to respond to Mental Health 911 calls. The city will spend more than 7 million for public wifi, and another 7 million for residential relate and mortgage relief. Berkeleys mayor is looking to redirect money away from his Police Departments budget, 9. 2 million to be precise, or 12 of the spending plan. Money would be spent on homeless services, building a wholistic Resource Center for africanamericans in berkeley and wants to expand the Mental Health response so officers no longer need to deal with people in need of those services. For too long, we have asked them to respond to a Public Health crisis. And a disproportionate number of calls go to people suffer fragmental illness. The mayor says berkeley is facing a 39 million budget shortfall because of covid19 and all of the closed businesses and lack of tax revenue. The proposed cuts should help that short sfal, as well. So if money was taken out of a Police Departments budget, where would it go precisely and how would it keep us safe . We asked abc7 news contributor phil matire. What i have seen so far is teaming up police with more Mental Health people and sending out teams in tough situations so you have somebody there that could handle somebody that might be high on drugs or out of it a bit. And also respond to calls like, for example, get the police no longer to respond to calls like homelessness and drug use. Phil says that could be the start of a new kind of Police Department. But its going to take more money and ideas how to do that. Read the column every sunday and wednesday. Taking on a live look outside where you can see it is beautiful out there. More weather and a bit of a when we closed our doors in march, wynn committed instantly to keeping all 15,000 team members onboard. We then focused our fivestar level of service to all who needed it. We made improvements to peoples lives. We strove to be better and we made people happy. This closure may have temporarily taken us out of wynn and encore, but it couldnt take the wynn and encore out of us. And now, we are proud to welcome you back. Well, it is shaping up to be a beautiful week ahead of the fourth of july holiday. It sure is. Spencer christian is here with a forecast. Spencer . Yes. Things are looking good all week long and better for the weekend. Lets take a look at our high fire situation right now. High fire risk i should say. We have a red flag warning still