US tourists stranded abroad don't know when they'll return
Tourists from the United States are stranded overseas after nations closed their borders to try to stop the spread of the coronavirus and say they have no idea how or when they will get home.
Tourists from the United States are stranded overseas after nations closed their borders to try to stop the spread of the coronavirus and say they have no idea how or when they will get home.
NY lays out strict new rules after cases top 7,000
In announcing the state now has 7,102 confirmed cases, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo laid out strict rules for people most likely to be susceptible to the coronavirus.
In announcing the state now has 7,102 confirmed cases, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo laid out strict rules for people most likely to be susceptible to the coronavirus.
Gov. Cuomo staffer tests positive for coronavirus
A staff member in New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s office has tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus.
A staff member in New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s office has tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Visitors flocking to see the cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin, despite social distancing warnings
We’ve been hearing it on repeat for days: “stay at home if you can, social distancing is important.” But apparently, a lot of people still haven’t gotten the message.
We’ve been hearing it on repeat for days: “stay at home if you can, social distancing is important.” But apparently, a lot of people still haven’t gotten the message.
Latest developments in the coronavirus pandemic for March 20, 2020
LIVE BLOG - FOX 5 NY is updating this blog with the latest developments on the coronavirus outbreak so you can get the information in one spot.
LIVE BLOG - FOX 5 NY is updating this blog with the latest developments on the coronavirus outbreak so you can get the information in one spot.
NY Thruway Authority announces cash tolls will change to toll billing to fight COVID-19
The New York State Thruway Authority announced Friday that it is enacting emergency toll procedures that will convert the collection of cash tolls to toll billing by license plate, to help fight the spread of COVID-19.
The New York State Thruway Authority announced Friday that it is enacting emergency toll procedures that will convert the collection of cash tolls to toll billing by license plate, to help fight the spread of COVID-19.
People take to sidewalks with colorful chalk to share messages of encouragement amid COVID-19 crisis
A post on social media encouraged residents who were under isolation orders in cities across the U.S. to reach out to others with bright messages of hope etched onto sidewalks and driveways.
A post on social media encouraged residents who were under isolation orders in cities across the U.S. to reach out to others with bright messages of hope etched onto sidewalks and driveways.
Quarantinis anyone? Happy hours go virtual amid coronavirus crisis
With bars shuttered and stressed-out workers stuck at home, companies and friend groups across the U.S. are holding happy hours over video chat.
With bars shuttered and stressed-out workers stuck at home, companies and friend groups across the U.S. are holding happy hours over video chat.
A blow dryer will not kill the coronavirus
Social media users are sharing clips from a 6-minute video that suggests that heat kills the coronavirus.
Social media users are sharing clips from a 6-minute video that suggests that heat kills the coronavirus.
Cuomo orders barber shops, nail, hair salons and personal care services to close
All barber shops, nail and hair salons and personal care services were ordered closed in New York by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday.
All barber shops, nail and hair salons and personal care services were ordered closed in New York by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday.
A member of Vice President Mike Pence's staff has tested positive for coronavirus
Pence's spokeswoman Katie Miller said Friday that the staff member, who is not being identified, did not have "close contact" to either the vice president or President Donald Trump.
Pence's spokeswoman Katie Miller said Friday that the staff member, who is not being identified, did not have "close contact" to either the vice president or President Donald Trump.
Coronavirus cases on Long Island continue to grow
The number of positive coronavirus cases on Long Island are now over 1,100, with 11 deaths, and officials say they are doing all they can to reduce deaths and illnesses.
The number of positive coronavirus cases on Long Island are now over 1,100, with 11 deaths, and officials say they are doing all they can to reduce deaths and illnesses.
New York's liquor stores are 'essential businesses,' remain open
The governor wants you to stay home. Only essential stores and businesses will be open. But not to worry: you'll be able to get that bottle to red, bottle of white to help you get through this.
The governor wants you to stay home. Only essential stores and businesses will be open. But not to worry: you'll be able to get that bottle to red, bottle of white to help you get through this.
Costco stores aren’t accepting returns on water, rice, other high-demand items amid COVID-19
Photos of signs at some Costco stores have begun circulating on social media that explain that returns on various high-demand items will not be accepted.
Photos of signs at some Costco stores have begun circulating on social media that explain that returns on various high-demand items will not be accepted.
NJ's first drive-thru coronavirus testing site temporarily closes due to demand
New Jersey had to close its first mobile coronavirus testing site by noon on Friday due to demand.
New Jersey had to close its first mobile coronavirus testing site by noon on Friday due to demand.
FCC warns consumers to be aware of COVID-19 phone and text scams
The FCC urges that consumers be aware of text scams that offer free home testing kits and prey on other virus-related fears.
The FCC urges that consumers be aware of text scams that offer free home testing kits and prey on other virus-related fears.
NYC urges limits on virus tests, citing equipment shortage
New York City health officials have directed medical providers to stop giving patients tests for the coronavirus, except for people sick enough to require hospitalization, saying wider testing is exhausting supplies of protective equipment.
New York City health officials have directed medical providers to stop giving patients tests for the coronavirus, except for people sick enough to require hospitalization, saying wider testing is exhausting supplies of protective equipment.
Flight change fee waivers, cancellations: This is how major airlines are reacting to COVID-19
Airlines are slashing flights, offering change fee waivers to customers as they experience a sharp drop in bookings in the face of the spreading coronavirus.
Airlines are slashing flights, offering change fee waivers to customers as they experience a sharp drop in bookings in the face of the spreading coronavirus.