IRS agrees to protect some stimulus checks from debt reductions
The IRS has agreed to not seize some Americans' stimulus check to offset outstanding federal tax debts, according to an agency watchdog.
The IRS has agreed to not seize some Americans' stimulus check to offset outstanding federal tax debts, according to an agency watchdog.
Connecticut accelerates COVID vaccine distribution
Connecticut plans to speed up the next age-based phase of its COVID-19 vaccination rollout by a few days. Also, everyone else, age 16 and older, will be able to begin making appointments for a shot tentatively on April 5.
Connecticut plans to speed up the next age-based phase of its COVID-19 vaccination rollout by a few days. Also, everyone else, age 16 and older, will be able to begin making appointments for a shot tentatively on April 5.
Coping with decision fatigue in a pandemic
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, we have had more time to sit and ruminate. That can lead to a lot of stress.
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, we have had more time to sit and ruminate. That can lead to a lot of stress.
AP poll: Vaccination efforts could face hurdles as Republicans less willing to get COVID-19 shot
A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that 42% of Republicans say they probably or definitely will not get the shot, compared with 17% of Democrats.
A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that 42% of Republicans say they probably or definitely will not get the shot, compared with 17% of Democrats.
Italy back to lockdown over Easter weekend amid surging COVID-19 cases
Much of Italy will be locked down on Easter weekend for the second year in a row amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Much of Italy will be locked down on Easter weekend for the second year in a row amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Wedding venue capacity increases in NY
Starting Monday, wedding venues and catering halls in New York State can expand to 50% of their capacity, with a maximum of 150 people.
Starting Monday, wedding venues and catering halls in New York State can expand to 50% of their capacity, with a maximum of 150 people.
Some New York City residents can get vaccinated at home
The mayor hopes to get all homebound residents the Johnson & Johnson vaccine within the next seven weeks.
The mayor hopes to get all homebound residents the Johnson & Johnson vaccine within the next seven weeks.
Wife takes nursing home job to still see husband and comply with COVID-19 restrictions
The COVID-19 restrictions left Cynthia Romano with no choice but to take a job at a nursing home in order to see her ailing husband.
The COVID-19 restrictions left Cynthia Romano with no choice but to take a job at a nursing home in order to see her ailing husband.
Biden, Harris and others begin promoting COVID-19 relief plan's benefits during 'Help is Here' tour
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses are opening a cross-country tour this week to highlight the benefits of his $1.9 trillion COVID-19 plan.
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses are opening a cross-country tour this week to highlight the benefits of his $1.9 trillion COVID-19 plan.
CDC study finds 9 out of 10 people in US got 2nd dose of COVID-19 vaccine
A new CDC study found the vast majority of people are completing their coronavirus vaccination in the recommended timeframe. Public health officials called the "encouraging."
A new CDC study found the vast majority of people are completing their coronavirus vaccination in the recommended timeframe. Public health officials called the "encouraging."
Wells Fargo, Chase criticized over timing of stimulus check delivery
Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase told customers they may not receive the third round of stimulus checks for days, drawing ire from customers
Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase told customers they may not receive the third round of stimulus checks for days, drawing ire from customers
Celebrating St. Patrick's Day a year into pandemic
Restaurants like The Shannon Rose in Clifton, New Jersey are preparing to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in a new way this year due to the pandemic.
Restaurants like The Shannon Rose in Clifton, New Jersey are preparing to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in a new way this year due to the pandemic.
Wells Fargo, Chase criticized over timing of third stimulus check delivery
Millions of Americans are poised to receive direct cash payments worth up to $1,400.
Millions of Americans are poised to receive direct cash payments worth up to $1,400.
Study: Mosquitoes could aid in treatments of life-threatening viruses, possibly COVID-19
A new study revealed that a protein found in mosquitoes could help in treatments in some life-threatening viruses like West Nile and Zika and possibly COVID-19.
A new study revealed that a protein found in mosquitoes could help in treatments in some life-threatening viruses like West Nile and Zika and possibly COVID-19.
New York marks a year of pandemic sorrow, honors victims
New Yorkers are marking a year since they learned of the state’s first fatalities from COVID-19.
New Yorkers are marking a year since they learned of the state’s first fatalities from COVID-19.
Open Streets program returns in Brooklyn
Local officials say they hope to raise enough money to keep the program running through 2021.
Local officials say they hope to raise enough money to keep the program running through 2021.
White House: US reaches world record in daily COVID-19 vaccinations
The White House said the U.S. administered nearly 3 million COVID-19 vaccinations Saturday, more than any other country.
The White House said the U.S. administered nearly 3 million COVID-19 vaccinations Saturday, more than any other country.
COVID-19 leads to burst of info, but some data blocked in NJ
While New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has pledged to be transparent throughout the coronavirus pandemic, his administration has denied or slowly responded to requests for records related to spending, communications and decision-making.
While New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has pledged to be transparent throughout the coronavirus pandemic, his administration has denied or slowly responded to requests for records related to spending, communications and decision-making.
Bronx neighborhood marks St. Patrick's Day with COVID-safe celebration
This coming Wednesday is St. Patrick's Day and while the celebrations may look a little different due to the coronavirus, one neighborhood in the Bronx didn't let that deter them.
This coming Wednesday is St. Patrick's Day and while the celebrations may look a little different due to the coronavirus, one neighborhood in the Bronx didn't let that deter them.
Fauci: Trump should urge his followers to get vaccinated
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Sunday he wishes former President Donald Trump would use his popularity among Republicans to persuade his followers to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Sunday he wishes former President Donald Trump would use his popularity among Republicans to persuade his followers to get the COVID-19 vaccine.