On Friday, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare added 1,064 new cases and 11 new deaths to its statewide total. That brings the statewide total to 63,810 known cases and 626 deaths.

Doctor Deborah Birx, White House coronavirus task force coordinator, met with Governor Brad Little and state officials yesterday. The White House task force recommends Idaho implement statewide policies including limits on occupancy, use of face coverings and strict social distancing.

On Idaho Reports, Melissa Davlin talks with Idaho Press reporter Betsy Russell about the increase in COVID-19 cases and its impact on hospitals and health care workers, and about the upcoming election.

It’s too late to mail your absentee ballots. The polls will open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday and Idaho allows for same day registration. So if you haven’t yet, plan to vote.