Even as virus deaths mount, governments eye exit strategies

Even as coronavirus deaths mount across Europe, New York and other hot spots, the U.S. and other governments are beginning to envision an exit strategy and contemplating a staggered and carefully calibrated relaxation of the restrictions designed to curb the scourge.

California to buy 200 million masks a month amid outbreak

California taxpayers will pay $495 million upfront for the masks. The state will pay more as other shipments arrive, with a total estimated payment of $990 million, according to a letter the Newsom administration sent to the Legislature.

779 more coronavirus deaths reported in New York

Gov. Cuomo reported another record day of deaths in New York as the coronavirus claimed 779 more lives.

Lady Gaga raises $35M for coronavirus fight, curates all-star TV event

Lady Gaga and advocacy organization Global Citizen have raised $35 million to fight the coronavirus and will launch a TV special featuring Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Billie Eilish to combat the growing virus.

California nursing facility evacuated after staff fails to show up

A skilled nursing facility in Southern California where nearly three dozen residents are infected with the coronavirus was being evacuated after staff members failed to show up to care for them, officials said Wednesday.

Florida vegetables an unexpected victim of coronavirus

Thousands of acres of fruits and vegetables grown in Florida are being plowed over or left to rot because farmers can’t sell to restaurants, theme parks or schools nationwide that have closed because of the coronavirus.

Tyler Perry shocks seniors by paying for groceries at Atlanta Krogers

Senior shoppers at Kroger across metro Atlanta were shocked find out that Tyler Perry had already paid their entire grocery tab.

NYC's COVID-19 spending approaching $1 billion

New York City has either spent or committed to spend nearly a billion dollars on COVID-19-related costs as of Wednesday, FOX 5 NY has learned.

Panera Bread launches grocery service amid COVID-19 pandemic

The bakery and restaurant chain launched its new grocery delivery service on Wednesday, allowing customers to restock their kitchen while ordering food.

Disney World could do temperature checks on guests on reopening

Though it is not clear when Walt Disney World theme parks will reopen in Orlando, Florida, as the coronavirus has shut down most nonessential businesses, Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger says he has a plan in mind that may include temperature checks.

Israel Philharmonic musicians perform Passover medley in quarantine

The catch with this video? All 20 musicians are performing in quarantine, as coronavirus has wreaked its havoc all over the world.

Masked crowds fill streets, trains after Wuhan lockdown ends

Streets of Wuhan were clogged with traffic and long lines formed at transit stations as people left the central Chinese city for homes and jobs elsewhere.

Andrea Bocelli to perform Easter concert at empty Duomo Cathedral in Milan

The opera legend will be accompanied by organist Emanuele Vianelli during his solo “Music for Hope” concert, which will include traditional pieces such as “Ave Maria,” Mascagni’s “Sancta Maria” and “Amazing Grace.”

Coronavirus deals blow to plastic bag bans, plastic reduction

Just weeks ago, cities and even states across the U.S. were busy banning straws, limiting takeout containers and mandating that shoppers bring reusable bags or pay a small fee as the movement to eliminate single-use plastics took hold in mainstream America.