COVID-19 death toll eclipses 1 million around the world
The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus has eclipsed 1 million, according to a Johns Hopkins University count.
The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus has eclipsed 1 million, according to a Johns Hopkins University count.
CUNY programs coping with challenges of remote education
Enrollment at CUNY schools is down 4% this semester.
Enrollment at CUNY schools is down 4% this semester.
US will ship millions of coronavirus tests in push to reopen nation's schools
The move to dramatically expand testing comes just five weeks before the November elections as Trump continues to face criticism for his handling of the coronavirus.
The move to dramatically expand testing comes just five weeks before the November elections as Trump continues to face criticism for his handling of the coronavirus.
Study: Fewer than 10% of Americans have developed COVID-19 antibodies
A study published in the journal “The Lancet” found a strikingly low prevalence of coronavirus antibodies in the U.S., leaving many Americans still at risk as the virus continues to spread.
A study published in the journal “The Lancet” found a strikingly low prevalence of coronavirus antibodies in the U.S., leaving many Americans still at risk as the virus continues to spread.
Election 2020: How to protect yourself at the polls amid COVID-19 pandemic
Many public health experts agree that voting by mail is the safest method to avoid the risk of transmission of COVID-19, but how can people who want to vote in person stay safe?
Many public health experts agree that voting by mail is the safest method to avoid the risk of transmission of COVID-19, but how can people who want to vote in person stay safe?
Cuomo grand marshal, Fauci honoree at virtual Columbus Day Parade
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was named the grand marshal of the 76th annual Columbus Celebration Weekend which is going virtual this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was named the grand marshal of the 76th annual Columbus Celebration Weekend which is going virtual this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Grocery stores, food producers beef up inventory for potential second wave of COVID-19, holiday shopping rush
Grocers are looking to beef up their inventory ahead of the upcoming holiday shopping season and in preparation for a potential second wave of COVID-19.
Grocers are looking to beef up their inventory ahead of the upcoming holiday shopping season and in preparation for a potential second wave of COVID-19.
COVID hot spots under deadline to control spread
The Health Department is vowing to shut down nonessential businesses starting Tuesday if there isn't any improvement by Monday night.
The Health Department is vowing to shut down nonessential businesses starting Tuesday if there isn't any improvement by Monday night.
CDC's Thanksgiving guidelines say gatherings should be small, parades considered high-risk
The CDC has released guidelines for Thanksgiving celebrations and says gatherings should remain small and among members of your household.
The CDC has released guidelines for Thanksgiving celebrations and says gatherings should remain small and among members of your household.
COVID-19 cases growing at ‘alarming rate’ in Brooklyn, Queens
The New York City Health Department says COVID-19 cases in the city are continuing to grow at an “alarming rate” in eight neighborhoods.
The New York City Health Department says COVID-19 cases in the city are continuing to grow at an “alarming rate” in eight neighborhoods.
Coffee may help colon cancer patients’ longevity, study finds
A recent study suggests that colon cancer patients who drink at least 2-3 cups of coffee a day could see a lower risk of disease progression and death.
A recent study suggests that colon cancer patients who drink at least 2-3 cups of coffee a day could see a lower risk of disease progression and death.
Atlantic City firefighters' union sues NJ, city over virus handling
The Atlantic City firefighters' union filed a lawsuit against the city and state over their handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Atlantic City firefighters' union filed a lawsuit against the city and state over their handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Nearly 1M who died of COVID-19 globally also bring world closer to finding treatment
The nearly 1 million people who have lost their lives to COVID-19 also have given the world a gift: a better understanding of how to treat the disease.
The nearly 1 million people who have lost their lives to COVID-19 also have given the world a gift: a better understanding of how to treat the disease.
Idaho man arrested for flouting mask order at outdoor worship service: 'Unbelievable'
A man who was arrested for singing maskless at an outdoor worship service in Moscow, Idaho.
A man who was arrested for singing maskless at an outdoor worship service in Moscow, Idaho.
Military suicides up as much as 20% in COVID era
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.
NY logs more than 1,000 daily COVID-19 cases
More than 1,000 New Yorkers tested positive for COVID-19 in a single day Friday, the first time since June the state has seen a number that high.
More than 1,000 New Yorkers tested positive for COVID-19 in a single day Friday, the first time since June the state has seen a number that high.
Staten Island high school to switch to all-remote learning
One of New York City's largest high schools announced on Saturday it would begin the school year with to all-remote instruction.
One of New York City's largest high schools announced on Saturday it would begin the school year with to all-remote instruction.
Study: Fewer than 10 percent of Americans have COVID-19 antibodies
According to new research, fewer than 10 percent of American adults have formed antibodies against coronavirus.
According to new research, fewer than 10 percent of American adults have formed antibodies against coronavirus.
Lake Jackson issues disaster declaration after brain-eating amoeba is found in water
After several rounds of CDC testing, investigators discovered that traces of the amoeba were found at Lake Jackson Civic Center Splash pad, a nearby fire hydrant, and the 6-year-old's bib.
After several rounds of CDC testing, investigators discovered that traces of the amoeba were found at Lake Jackson Civic Center Splash pad, a nearby fire hydrant, and the 6-year-old's bib.
Hospital staff cheers as 13-year-old COVID-19 survivor is discharged after 57 days in ICU
There were moments where her care team did not know if she was going to make it through the night. So, when the time came for Augustina to finally be discharged to a local rehabilitation facility as a step toward going home, the entire hospital staff wanted to give her the hero's send-off she deserved.
There were moments where her care team did not know if she was going to make it through the night. So, when the time came for Augustina to finally be discharged to a local rehabilitation facility as a step toward going home, the entire hospital staff wanted to give her the hero's send-off she deserved.