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California will dramatically roll back its reopening efforts, the state's governor, Gavin Newsom, announced on Monday, saying he was pulling the emergency brake" amid a troubling surge in cases.
The changes, which take effect Tuesday, will see more than 94% of California's population and most businesses across the state return to the most restrictive tier of rules aimed at slowing the spread of the virus. The state is also strengthening its guidance on masks; Newsom announced face coverings would now be required outside people's homes with limited exceptions.
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