Mask mandates: Here's where face coverings are still enforced in public settings
A decision by a federal judge in Florida to throw out a national mask mandate in public transportation across the U.S. has created a patchwork of rules that vary by location.
A decision by a federal judge in Florida to throw out a national mask mandate in public transportation across the U.S. has created a patchwork of rules that vary by location.
CDC launches new center to forecast infectious diseases
The new U.S. government center aims to become the National Weather Service for infectious diseases.
The new U.S. government center aims to become the National Weather Service for infectious diseases.
Taste enhancing chopsticks make food taste saltier
New chopsticks claim to make lower-sodium foods taste saltier using a small electric current.
New chopsticks claim to make lower-sodium foods taste saltier using a small electric current.
Moderna hopes to offer updated COVID-19 booster for latest variant this fall
Moderna hopes to offer updated COVID-19 boosters in the fall that combine the original vaccine with protection against the latest variant.
Moderna hopes to offer updated COVID-19 boosters in the fall that combine the original vaccine with protection against the latest variant.
MTA stands firm on mask mandate for subways, buses, trains
Although the federal government will not enforce the mask mandate for airlines and mass transit after a federal judge's ruling, the MTA is still requiring masks on New York City subways, buses, and commuter trains.
Although the federal government will not enforce the mask mandate for airlines and mass transit after a federal judge's ruling, the MTA is still requiring masks on New York City subways, buses, and commuter trains.
NJ Transit drops mask requirement
NJ Transit has announced that it will no longer enforce a mask mandate on its trains and buses.
NJ Transit has announced that it will no longer enforce a mask mandate on its trains and buses.
Puzzling outbreak of liver disease in kids spreads to EU, US
Health officials say they have detected more cases of a mysterious liver disease in children that was first identified in Britain, with new infections spreading to Europe and the U.S.
Health officials say they have detected more cases of a mysterious liver disease in children that was first identified in Britain, with new infections spreading to Europe and the U.S.
Radiation testing at Colonia High School amid brain cancer cluster
A medical mystery apparently links more than 100 people diagnosed with rare cancers to a New Jersey high school.
A medical mystery apparently links more than 100 people diagnosed with rare cancers to a New Jersey high school.
These major U.S. airlines are dropping mask requirements
These major airlines are planning to drop mask mandates for its passengers going in and out of LAX.
These major airlines are planning to drop mask mandates for its passengers going in and out of LAX.
White House: Federal transportation mask mandate 'not in effect at this time'
The TSA said it will no longer enforce mask-wearing on public transportation after a federal judge in Florida voided the mandate.
The TSA said it will no longer enforce mask-wearing on public transportation after a federal judge in Florida voided the mandate.
International travel tips for Americans: Things to do before departing
About 85% of people in the United States expect to travel this summer. If you're one of them, make sure to plan ahead before boarding a plane to somewhere overseas.
About 85% of people in the United States expect to travel this summer. If you're one of them, make sure to plan ahead before boarding a plane to somewhere overseas.
NYC COVID risk alert level to rise amid surge
A surge in COVID cases will push up New York City's risk alert level this week. Five neighborhoods are now seeing double-digit positivity rates.
A surge in COVID cases will push up New York City's risk alert level this week. Five neighborhoods are now seeing double-digit positivity rates.
Teen cancer survivor says disease ‘unlocked’ his inner artist
Wesley Culver, 17, says he credits his unfortunate medical ordeal in helping him find new talent — one that helps bring joy to other people, too
Wesley Culver, 17, says he credits his unfortunate medical ordeal in helping him find new talent — one that helps bring joy to other people, too
Brooklyn Ninja Academy trains children and adults in sport of ninja warrior
American Ninja Warrior has become a household hit. The competition show has garnered millions of views both online and on television and now you have a chance to try out the tough and exciting workout for yourself.
American Ninja Warrior has become a household hit. The competition show has garnered millions of views both online and on television and now you have a chance to try out the tough and exciting workout for yourself.
FDA investigates Lucky Charms after illness complaints
The FDA is investigating Lucky Charms cereal after dozens of people have complained of getting sick after eating it.
The FDA is investigating Lucky Charms cereal after dozens of people have complained of getting sick after eating it.
Costco drops special COVID-19 shopping hours
Costco is ending its special operating hours for customers who are over 60, healthcare workers, and first responders.
Costco is ending its special operating hours for customers who are over 60, healthcare workers, and first responders.
Lucky Charms illness complaints pour in on iwaspoisoned.com
Posts to a website where consumers can complain about illnesses brought on by food claim Lucky Charms cereal made them sick.
Posts to a website where consumers can complain about illnesses brought on by food claim Lucky Charms cereal made them sick.
Philadelphia mask mandate: City begins reinforcing indoor mask mandate Monday
Philadelphia's reinstatement of the mask mandate will begin Monday, one week after it was announced the requirement would return due to a rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Philadelphia's reinstatement of the mask mandate will begin Monday, one week after it was announced the requirement would return due to a rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Illinois offering free health care to some illegal immigrants
The program will provide free health care to undocumented individuals between the ages of 55 and 64.
The program will provide free health care to undocumented individuals between the ages of 55 and 64.
100 people with rare cancers who attended same NJ high school demand answers
By April 11, Al Lupiano had heard from more than 100 former Colonia High School attendees who had been diagnosed with rare cancers.
By April 11, Al Lupiano had heard from more than 100 former Colonia High School attendees who had been diagnosed with rare cancers.