Connecticut targets October 8 for Phase 3 reopening

Governor Ned Lamont announced Thursday that the state was targeting October 8 to begin Phase 3 of its reopening efforts.

Selena Gomez shows kidney transplant scar for the first time

Dressed in a bodysuit from her friend Theresa Marie Mingus’s swimwear line, Gomez shared a photo on Instagram displaying her kidney transplant scar.

CDC identifies nearly 11,000 potential COVID-19 exposures on 1,600 flights

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified 1,600 flights from January to August 2020 that potentially led to nearly 11,000 coronavirus exposures of travelers

Mayor: 'Urgent Action' needed to contain COVID clusters in NYC

Coronavirus infections are rising in Williamsburg, Midwood, Borough Park, and Bensonhurst in Brooklyn and in Kew Gardens and Far Rockaway in Queens. 

Stranded dog rescued from bridge 120 feet above Mississippi River

A bridge inspector was working 120 feet above the Mississippi River when he spotted a distressed dog beneath the deck.

NYC hotel industry in crisis
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Battered by the coronavirus pandemic, the hotel industry in New York City is facing a challenge unlike any in history.

FDA chief says 'science will guide' decision on coronavirus vaccine approval

President Donald Trump is pushing for a fast decision. But Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration's chief pledged to a Senate committee that the decision will be based on science, not politics.

NYC film, TV productions resume under pandemic rules

Everyone must follow new guidelines, which includes mandatory and comprehensive use of PPE, frequent testing of cast and crew members, and even a COVID-19 compliance officer, who will oversee it all.

Man dies from eating bags of black licorice

Eating a bag and a half every day for a few weeks threw his nutrients out of whack and caused the 54-year-old man’s heart to stop, doctors reported Wednesday.

COVID-19 hotspots concern NYC officials
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Officials in New York City are sounding the alarm about COVID-19 hotspots popping up in outer boroughs.

Missouri governor and wife test positive for COVID-19

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson, a Republican who has steadfastly refused to require residents to wear masks, tested positive for the coronavirus. His office confirmed the positive test Wednesday.

Free Narcan available at New Jersey pharmacies for 3 days

The drug, commonly known as Narcan, will be free to residents Thursday through Saturday at more than 300 pharmacies across the state.

Los Angeles Chargers QB Tyrod Taylor punctured by team doctor: source

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Tyrod Taylor missed last Sunday’s game because a team doctor accidentally punctured his lung, according to a person familiar with the case.

NFL fines five head coaches, teams over $1.7M for failing to wear masks in Week 2

The NFL has fined five head coaches and teams this week, totaling more than $1.7 million in fines, after they violated the league’s guidance on wearing face coverings during games.