In troubled times: Independence Day in a land of confusion

Halfway through a very unsettling year, Americans are marking the 244th anniversary of their nation's birth in a land of confusion.

Cuomo: New coronavirus cases in NY drop by nearly 200

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday that new COVID-19 cases in New York state dropped by nearly 200, just one day after the state recorded over 900 positive cases for the first time in three weeks.

US holiday weekend adds to coronavirus worries as case counts grow

Florida reported a record number of coronavirus cases, the latest sign that the the virus is surging in many parts of the United States and casting a pall over Fourth of July celebrations.

Man kicked off flight at LaGuardia for refusing to wear mask

Video posted to social media shows a man being taken off of a flight to Florida from LaGuardia Airport Friday, reportedly for not wearing a mask.

Pools, beaches across the region open for July 4 weekend

The July 4 weekend this year is unlike any other in recent history, but the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't mean you can't still find some ways to safely enjoy yourself.

Kimberly Guilfoyle, girlfriend of Donald Trump Jr., tests positive for coronavirus

Kimberly Guilfoyle, the girlfriend of Donald Trump Jr., tested positive for coronavirus before a Fourth of July event at Mount Rushmore with President Trump, according to multiple media reports.

Social distancing hits the road as RV rentals increase nationwide

As families look to get out of the house while still safely obeying social distancing guidelines this summer, RV rentals are on the rise across the nation.

'Huge bummer': Fourth of July will test Americans' discipline

With confirmed cases climbing in 40 states, governors have ordered the wearing of masks in public, and families were urged to celebrate their independence at home. Even then, they were told to keep their backyard cookouts small.

Should college-aged students take a gap year amid pandemic?

As colleges grapple with how to stay open this fall, many students are questioning whether to enroll at all.

Study links Hydroxychloroquine to lower COVID-19 death rate

According to a new study, the controversial drug Hydroxychloroquine may help COVID-19 patients beat the virus.

Health officials: 11-year-old Florida boy died from the coronavirus

A family in South Florida is mourning the loss of their 11-year-old boy, who passed away from the coronavirus, they said.