Scientist with son who suffers from chronic fatigue syndrome hopes research can help COVID-19 patients

Ron Davis, a Stanford University professor recognized for his work in genetics and biochemistry, changed his field of study when his son fell seriously ill with a chronic fatigue syndrome that has been reported in COVID-19 patients.

JetBlue may move headquarters from New York

JetBlue Airways was founded in Queens more than two decades ago. But due to the shift to working from home, the airline is considering rethinking its real estate needs.

FEMA to reimburse families for COVID-19-related funeral expenses

Starting in April, FEMA said it will begin reimbursing funeral costs for many who have lost loved ones to COVID-19. Here are the eligibility requirements.

US unemployment claims rise to 770,000 with layoffs still high

The four-week average of claims, which smooths out weekly variations, dropped to 746,000, the lowest since late November.

St. Patrick's Day in New York, subdued once again

New York City's world-famous St. Patrick's Day Parade was canceled once again. And the holiday usually means big business for the city's bars and pubs, especially those with an Irish theme and Irish American history.

NY vaccine eligibility expands, cluster zones to end

Another group of essential workers became eligible for the vaccine on Wednesday, bringing the total number of people eligible for the vaccine in the state to over 12 million.

Woman arrested after refusing to wear mask at Office Depot

The same woman who went viral for refusing to wear a mask at a Galveston Bank of America has just been arrested after refusing to wear a mask at an Office Depot in Texas City.

Cuomo gets COVID-19 vaccine shot at Harlem church

Cuomo, wearing a mask and making a thumb's up gesture with his left hand, received the single-dose Johnson & Johnson/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine in his right arm.

90% of California can dine indoors, go to movies, hit a gym

San Mateo County also became the first county in the San Francisco Bay Area allowing businesses there to open even more, including indoor bowling alleys and outdoor bars that do not serve meals. Businesses can reopen Wednesday, one year to the day after San Francisco Bay Area health officers implemented a regional stay-at-home order, the first in the U.S.

Education Dept. holding summit next week to help schools reopen safely amid COVID-19

The Biden administration is holding a summit next week to help schools reopen safely in the middle of the pandemic, with plans to hear from education leaders, teachers and students.

De Blasio says NYC deserves more vaccine doses

The federal rules state New York City is guaranteed roughly 40% of the state's allotment. The mayor says the city's share should be higher or should get doses directly from the feds.

Some Pace University seniors petition for in-person graduation

Three Pace University seniors have created a petition asking their college to reconsider their virtual graduation announcement.