US achieves another pandemic low with 444,000 new unemployment claims
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
Prince William gets his 1st COVID-19 vaccine shot
The Duke of Cambridge, second in line to the British throne, received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The National Health Service expanded its inoculation program to younger people.
The Duke of Cambridge, second in line to the British throne, received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The National Health Service expanded its inoculation program to younger people.
Long Island summer camps get ready to open with new COVID guidelines
Summer camps on Long Island are adjusting to new guidance on childcare and more as they prepare to reopen for the 2021 season.
Summer camps on Long Island are adjusting to new guidance on childcare and more as they prepare to reopen for the 2021 season.
FAQ: New York's new rules on masks and distancing
New York eased its mask and social distancing mandates but people shouldn't be throwing their face coverings in the garbage just yet. Masks are still required for everyone in many settings.
New York eased its mask and social distancing mandates but people shouldn't be throwing their face coverings in the garbage just yet. Masks are still required for everyone in many settings.
NJ: Business capacity limits lifted, masks must continue to be worn indoors
As New Jersey lifts capacity limits for most businesses and outdoor gatherings, Gov. Murphy is not completely adopting new CDC guidance, saying indoor mask rules and social distancing will still be in place for now.
As New Jersey lifts capacity limits for most businesses and outdoor gatherings, Gov. Murphy is not completely adopting new CDC guidance, saying indoor mask rules and social distancing will still be in place for now.
Monoclonal antibody treatment helping COVID-19 patients fight back
Monoclonal antibody treatment is a specialized method to help fight coronavirus and keep patients out of the hospital.
Monoclonal antibody treatment is a specialized method to help fight coronavirus and keep patients out of the hospital.
Most COVID capacity restrictions, some mask mandates lifted across NY, NJ, CT
Most COVID-related capacity restrictions were lifted in the Tri-State Region Wednesday. Indoor mask mandates were eased up in New York and Connecticut.
Most COVID-related capacity restrictions were lifted in the Tri-State Region Wednesday. Indoor mask mandates were eased up in New York and Connecticut.
CDC: Younger adults 18-49 account for one-third of COVID-19 hospitalizations in US
Adults between 18 and 49 years old are being hospitalized for COVID-19, according to doctors and CDC data, leading health officials to remind younger Americans to get vaccinated.
Adults between 18 and 49 years old are being hospitalized for COVID-19, according to doctors and CDC data, leading health officials to remind younger Americans to get vaccinated.
India surpasses US' global record for daily COVID-19 deaths
The Health Ministry reported 4,529 deaths in the country on Wednesday, surpassing the previous record set on Jan. 12 in the United States when 4,475 people died.
The Health Ministry reported 4,529 deaths in the country on Wednesday, surpassing the previous record set on Jan. 12 in the United States when 4,475 people died.
EU ambassadors agree on relaxed COVID-19 travel measures for fully vaccinated visitors
European Union ambassadors agreed Wednesday on measures to allow fully vaccinated visitors in, a big step toward relaxing tourism from outside the bloc. EU countries have yet to approve the measures.
European Union ambassadors agreed Wednesday on measures to allow fully vaccinated visitors in, a big step toward relaxing tourism from outside the bloc. EU countries have yet to approve the measures.
NY restaurants want pandemic liquor rules to be permanent
The devastated restaurant and bar industry is asking lawmakers in Albany to pass legislation that would permanently allow to-go liquor sales.
The devastated restaurant and bar industry is asking lawmakers in Albany to pass legislation that would permanently allow to-go liquor sales.
With confusing mask mandates, is New York ready for the next step?
New York City's top doctor, Health Commissioner Dave Chokshi, is concerned that the virus can spread among those who are not vaccinated if vaccinated and unvaccinated people gather together indoors.
New York City's top doctor, Health Commissioner Dave Chokshi, is concerned that the virus can spread among those who are not vaccinated if vaccinated and unvaccinated people gather together indoors.
Dr. Fauci named Webby Person of the Year
Dr. Anthony Fauci won the Webby Person of the Year award for using digital and social media to reach the masses with credible and factual COVID-19 information.
Dr. Anthony Fauci won the Webby Person of the Year award for using digital and social media to reach the masses with credible and factual COVID-19 information.
60% of US adults have received at least 1 dose of COVID-19 vaccine, CDC says
The CDC said 60% of American adults have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, putting the U.S. closer to President Joe Biden’s goal of 70% to have received a jab by the Fourth of July.
The CDC said 60% of American adults have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, putting the U.S. closer to President Joe Biden’s goal of 70% to have received a jab by the Fourth of July.
Connecticut offers $1K bonus to 10K unemployed people who get full-time job
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said the state will pay $1,000 to the first 10,000 people who complete eight straight weeks of a full-time job, aiming to get long-term unemployed Americans back to work.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said the state will pay $1,000 to the first 10,000 people who complete eight straight weeks of a full-time job, aiming to get long-term unemployed Americans back to work.
India reports highest single-day death toll to COVID-19 as cases begin to level off
Although the number of cases is beginning to decrease in the country that has been devastated as of late by COVID-19, deaths continue to rise and hospitals are still swamped by patients.
Although the number of cases is beginning to decrease in the country that has been devastated as of late by COVID-19, deaths continue to rise and hospitals are still swamped by patients.
NY to adopt CDC guidelines for masks, social distancing starting May 19
Vaccinated people will be allowed to ditch the face masks and social distancing requirement in many places across New York state beginning May 19, announced NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Vaccinated people will be allowed to ditch the face masks and social distancing requirement in many places across New York state beginning May 19, announced NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Gov. Murphy ends virtual learning in fall, defends mask mandate
NJ Gov. Phil Murphy lifted the state's travel advisory on Monday during a briefing on the pandemic that included an announcement about an end to virtual learning next school year.
NJ Gov. Phil Murphy lifted the state's travel advisory on Monday during a briefing on the pandemic that included an announcement about an end to virtual learning next school year.
Nassau County executive proposes cash relief for homeowners
Laura Curran, a Democrat running for reelection as Nassau County executive, is proposing to put about $375 in the pockets of about 300,000 households.
Laura Curran, a Democrat running for reelection as Nassau County executive, is proposing to put about $375 in the pockets of about 300,000 households.
NY outdoor dining curfew ends; restaurants seek permanent changes
The NYC Hospitality Alliance welcomes the easing of restrictions but said it isn't enough. The alliance is calling on state lawmakers to enact three priority pieces of legislation to help the restaurant industry make a comeback.
The NYC Hospitality Alliance welcomes the easing of restrictions but said it isn't enough. The alliance is calling on state lawmakers to enact three priority pieces of legislation to help the restaurant industry make a comeback.