Cuomo: 52,318 coronavirus cases in NY; 728 dead

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says that there are now 52,318 total coronavirus cases in New York State, and 728 people have died, with officials still expecting a high point of infections to happen in 14-21 days.

Funeral homes offer virtual services during COVID-19 pandemic

All the CDC guidelines that are in place are to keep us safe during the coronavirus pandemic, unfortunately, mean staying apart even if your loved one has passed away.

Cat in Belgium first known to test positive for coronavirus: report

A cat in Belgium has tested positive for the coronavirus after catching the potentially deadly bug from an infected owner, officials said Friday.

Outbreak at LI elderly housing complex has relatives fearful

In less than two weeks, the coronavirus has claimed six lives at one Long Island retirement community and left residents there isolated from loved-ones barred from visiting.

Virus infections top 600,000 globally with long fight ahead

The number of confirmed coronavirus infections worldwide topped 600,000 on Saturday as new cases stacked up quickly in Europe and the United States and officials dug in for a long fight against the pandemic.

See's Candies suspending production due to coronavirus threat

The South San Francisco-based company posted a message on its website, saying it is not taking any orders and temporarily shutting down, on the guidance of health authorities.

101-year-old man recovers from coronavirus, reports say

The man, known only to the public as Mr. P, was admitted to a hospital in Rimini after coming down with the virus.

Nurses plead for protective gear to fight virus outbreak

Nurses battling New York's coronavirus outbreak made anguished pleas Saturday for more protective equipment, saying officials' claims of adequate supplies are falling short of reality.

Mayor de Blasio: Religious services will be shut down; fines, closures possible

The mayor said the city has gotten reports of a small number of religious communities are still ignoring the rules banning gatherings and continue to hold group services.

Federal judges urged to free thousands of California inmates

Sophia Mendoza said her son, being held in federal custody at Santa Rita Jail on a weapons charge, is a prime example of someone who needs to be released. 

'Officers are scared out there': Coronavirus hits police across U.S.

More than a fifth of Detroit's police force is quarantined; two officers have died from coronavirus and at least 39 have tested positive, including the chief of police.

Coronavirus prevention measures turn violent in parts of Africa

Police fired tear gas at a crowd of Kenyan ferry commuters as the country’s first day of a coronavirus curfew slid into chaos. Elsewhere, officers were captured in mobile phone footage whacking people with batons.

Pentagon considers call-up of reservists

The Pentagon says it's made no decisions yet about calling up reservists following President Donald Trump's order authorizing the call-up of an unspecified number to help with the coronavirus response.

ER doctor fired after criticizing virus response at hospital

An emergency room doctor who publicly criticized the coronavirus preparations at his hospital in Washington state has been fired.

Coronavirus causes staffing problems for NYPD

On Friday, March 27, 2020,  4,111 NYPD uniformed employees were on the sick report.  That means 11.4% of the department’s uniformed workforce called out sick.

Governor, LA Sheriff sued by NRA, others over forced closure of gun stores during COVID-19 pandemic

California Governor Gavin Newsom along with Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva were sued in federal court Friday over the forced closure of gun stores due to the COVID-19 pandemic.