Connecticut targets October 8 for Phase 3 reopening

Governor Ned Lamont announced Thursday that the state was targeting October 8 to begin Phase 3 of its reopening efforts.

CDC identifies nearly 11,000 potential COVID-19 exposures on 1,600 flights

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified 1,600 flights from January to August 2020 that potentially led to nearly 11,000 coronavirus exposures of travelers

Mayor: 'Urgent Action' needed to contain COVID clusters in NYC

Coronavirus infections are rising in Williamsburg, Midwood, Borough Park, and Bensonhurst in Brooklyn and in Kew Gardens and Far Rockaway in Queens. 

Stranded dog rescued from bridge 120 feet above Mississippi River

A bridge inspector was working 120 feet above the Mississippi River when he spotted a distressed dog beneath the deck.

FDA chief says 'science will guide' decision on coronavirus vaccine approval

President Donald Trump is pushing for a fast decision. But Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration's chief pledged to a Senate committee that the decision will be based on science, not politics.

NYC film, TV productions resume under pandemic rules

Everyone must follow new guidelines, which includes mandatory and comprehensive use of PPE, frequent testing of cast and crew members, and even a COVID-19 compliance officer, who will oversee it all.

NFL fines five head coaches, teams over $1.7M for failing to wear masks in Week 2

The NFL has fined five head coaches and teams this week, totaling more than $1.7 million in fines, after they violated the league’s guidance on wearing face coverings during games.

'A bit unnerving': COVID-19 survivors are worried about future consequences

COVID survivor support websites have popped up across the globe with individuals expressing concerns about the lingering impact of the virus.

Men fined for not following coronavirus rules at restaurant

Three men have been fined for not following restrictions aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19 at a restaurant.

CDC discourages Halloween trick-or-treating due to COVID-19

New guidance by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is discouraging Halloween trick-or-treating as a "high-risk" activity for spreading viruses.