Federal stockpile of N95 respirators, other protective equipment nearly depleted

The Strategic National Stockpile is nearly out of the N95 respirators, surgical masks, face, shields, gowns and other medical supplies desperately needed to protect front-line medical workers treating coronavirus patients.

Congress in standoff on virus aid but first checks coming

Congress is rushing headlong into a conflict over the next coronavirus aid package as the White House wants to pump $250 billion into a small business fund but opposes Democrats' proposal to tack on billions for protective gear, food stamps and support to state and local governments.

Celebrity chefs unite to feed hungry, help bleeding restaurants

When Jose Andres first came to New York City, the wide-eyed sailor in the Spanish navy docked on West 30th Street full of ambition. Decades later, the award-winning chef has an upscale food hall on that very street and will serve 40,000 meals this week across the city where he built his dreams, and which is now the U.S. epicenter of the coronavirus.

Outbreak of violence taking Chicago hospital resources away from coronavirus needs

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Wednesday expressed dismay at the outbreak of violence in the city in recent days, saying it is straining police resources and filling hospital space needed for patients suffering from the coronavirus.

NY teachers 3D print face shields for hospital workers

Nearly a dozen teachers have equipped their basements with 3D printers and laser cutters to manufacture face shields for health-care workers.

As deaths mount, NJ governor issues new order for shops and construction

New Jersey now has 47,437 confirmed positive cases. The governor said that the state will get through the crisis if everyone continues to follow the rules about social distancing and workplace shutdowns.

Coronavirus hits black, Hispanic New Yorkers hard, mayor and governor say

Preliminary data indicates that black people account for 28% of New York City's COVID-19 death toll, even though they are just 22% of the city's population. Hispanic people account for 34% of the city's virus death toll and 29% of its population.

Former NYPD Commissioner O’Neill working to get NYC hospitals protective equipment

Former NYPD Commissioner James O’Neill is cutting through the red tape to get New York City’s hospitals protective equipment as quickly and as fairly as possible.

Coronavirus stimulus checks are on their way: Here's how it works

With payments from the coronavirus stimulus package expected to reach American individuals and families as soon as this week, here is a breakdown of who will get them and how.

NJ pushes primary to July 7 from June 2 because of COVID-19

New Jersey's June 2 primary is moving to July 7 because of the coronavirus outbreak under an executive order Gov. Phil Murphy signed Wednesday.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson remains in ICU

Boris Johnson, the first world leader diagnosed with the disease, has spent two nights in the ICU at St. Thomas' Hospital in London.