Will the Corona Virus COVID-19 Crisis Affect Your Home Buying Plans? California Governor Newsom issues Lockdown Notice, Trump may issue National Lockdown. Learn How Virtual Selling and Open Houses Can Keep You Safe In response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, California governor Gavin Newsom announced that as of March 19, 2020, all Californians should stay at home except for essential activities like shopping for food and going to the pharmacy.