Most states fall short of coronavirus testing thresholds
An Associated Press analysis finds most states are not meeting the minimum levels of coronavirus testing suggested by the federal government and recommended by public health researchers, even as many of them begin to reopen their shattered economies.
An Associated Press analysis finds most states are not meeting the minimum levels of coronavirus testing suggested by the federal government and recommended by public health researchers, even as many of them begin to reopen their shattered economies.
Farmers markets scaling down with eye on safety due to virus
Farmers, growers and operators of open-air markets are heading into one of their busiest times of year while facing the added challenge of the coronavirus. The disease has led to stay-at-home orders and the closure of nonessential businesses in many places, and has killed more than 60,000 people in the U.S. and at least 230,000 worldwide.
Farmers, growers and operators of open-air markets are heading into one of their busiest times of year while facing the added challenge of the coronavirus. The disease has led to stay-at-home orders and the closure of nonessential businesses in many places, and has killed more than 60,000 people in the U.S. and at least 230,000 worldwide.
Bird-watching soars amid COVID-19 as Americans head outdoors
Netflix? That's old news. More people are turning their gaze outside and taking up amateur bird-watching as the pandemic drags on. Interest in birding has soared in recent weeks as bored Americans notice a fascinating world just outside their door.
Netflix? That's old news. More people are turning their gaze outside and taking up amateur bird-watching as the pandemic drags on. Interest in birding has soared in recent weeks as bored Americans notice a fascinating world just outside their door.
Western Europe relaxes virus measures, Russia numbers spike
Spaniards filled the streets Saturday to exercise outside in gorgeous spring weather for the first time in seven weeks, while German children rushed to playgrounds as countries in Western Europe moved ahead with the gradual relaxation of coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
Spaniards filled the streets Saturday to exercise outside in gorgeous spring weather for the first time in seven weeks, while German children rushed to playgrounds as countries in Western Europe moved ahead with the gradual relaxation of coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
Rollerskaters rejoice! Throwback activity has revival during pandemic
As one person aptly asked on Twitter: "Who knew our society was only one pandemic away from collectively taking up baking, tie-dyeing and rollerblading?"
As one person aptly asked on Twitter: "Who knew our society was only one pandemic away from collectively taking up baking, tie-dyeing and rollerblading?"
Andrew Yang calls for $2,000 a month for Americans during pandemic
“The first thing we need to do is put money in people’s hands so we can weather this crisis.”
“The first thing we need to do is put money in people’s hands so we can weather this crisis.”
Summer camps scrambling to try to operate this year
As the weather warms, parents across the region are wondering if summer camps will be open this summer as we continue to try to observe social distancing.
As the weather warms, parents across the region are wondering if summer camps will be open this summer as we continue to try to observe social distancing.
New York accent takes center stage in pandemic response
With New York City at the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. and its native-born among those offering crucial information to the nation in televised briefings, the New York accent has stepped up to the mic — or maybe the megaphone.
With New York City at the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. and its native-born among those offering crucial information to the nation in televised briefings, the New York accent has stepped up to the mic — or maybe the megaphone.
Murphy urges NJ residents to observe social distancing as state prepares to open parks and golf courses
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to reopen parks and golf courses this weekend relies on how appropriately residents follow social distancing guidelines.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to reopen parks and golf courses this weekend relies on how appropriately residents follow social distancing guidelines.
NYC nursing home reports 98 deaths linked to coronavirus
A New York City nursing home says nearly 100 of its residents have died from confirmed or suspected cases of the novel coronavirus. The Isabella Geriatric Center in Manhattan is among the hardest hit nursing homes in the state, with 46 confirmed fatalities and an additional 52 deaths of people suspected to have the virus.
A New York City nursing home says nearly 100 of its residents have died from confirmed or suspected cases of the novel coronavirus. The Isabella Geriatric Center in Manhattan is among the hardest hit nursing homes in the state, with 46 confirmed fatalities and an additional 52 deaths of people suspected to have the virus.
White House blocking Fauci testimony in coronavirus hearing, panel spokesman says
A spokesman for a key House panel said Friday that the White House has blocked Dr. Anthony Fauci from testifying next week at a hearing on the coronavirus outbreak.
A spokesman for a key House panel said Friday that the White House has blocked Dr. Anthony Fauci from testifying next week at a hearing on the coronavirus outbreak.
We can help with domestic violence, mental health, Cuomo says
At his daily briefing, Cuomo cited a 30% increase in calls to the state's domestic violence hotline in April compared to a year ago. And the New York State Police reported a 15% spike in domestic violence incident calls in March compared to last year.
At his daily briefing, Cuomo cited a 30% increase in calls to the state's domestic violence hotline in April compared to a year ago. And the New York State Police reported a 15% spike in domestic violence incident calls in March compared to last year.
Jersey Shore towns cite virus to keep outsiders off their beaches
As they reopen beaches during the coronavirus outbreak, some shore towns from Maine to Florida are only letting local residents onto the sand. The idea is to gradually reopen the beaches to see how crowds adhere to social distancing rules, and then consider whether the general public should be allowed.
As they reopen beaches during the coronavirus outbreak, some shore towns from Maine to Florida are only letting local residents onto the sand. The idea is to gradually reopen the beaches to see how crowds adhere to social distancing rules, and then consider whether the general public should be allowed.
Millennials delay major milestones over coronavirus pandemic
Millennials are delaying getting married, having children and buying homes because of COVID-19.
Millennials are delaying getting married, having children and buying homes because of COVID-19.
Bringing seniors and their neighbors together virtually
North Hempstead is pairing volunteers with seniors who have similar backgrounds and interests.
North Hempstead is pairing volunteers with seniors who have similar backgrounds and interests.
Spend some time video chatting with these spotted garden eels in Japan who are forgetting humans
The aquarium is worried about the creatures as the pandemic has made it so visitors can’t see the eels in person.
The aquarium is worried about the creatures as the pandemic has made it so visitors can’t see the eels in person.
Study finds COVID-19 'virus-laden aerosol' in air inside Wuhan hospitals that treated patients
A new study from Wuhan looked at the potential for SARS-CoV-2 to persist in the air.
A new study from Wuhan looked at the potential for SARS-CoV-2 to persist in the air.