California will require people to wear masks in most indoor settings and outdoors when distancing isn't possible under a statewide order issued Thursday. "Science shows that face coverings and masks work," Gov.
Gavin Newsom said in a statement announcing the order. "They are critical to keeping those who are around you safe, keeping businesses open and restarting our economy." A number of other states including Michigan, New York, Maine, Delaware and Maryland already have statewide mask orders in place.
The order comes as California broadly reopens the economy; in most counties, people can now shop, dine in at restaurants, get their hair done and go to church, among other things.