Trump says US will help passengers on cruise ships floating off Florida coast

The president says the United States will help people who are sick and stuck on a cruise ship that has been stranded for weeks after an outbreak of COVID-19.

Food distribution center opens on Long Island

A temporary emergency food distribution center opened on Glen Cove Wednesday to help meet the growing demand for food assistance during the coronavirus pandemic.

Pregnant in a time of coronavirus – the changing risks and what you need to know

While knowledge about COVID-19 is rapidly evolving and there are still many unknowns, medical groups are starting to provide advice and answers to questions many expecting families are asking.

California restaurants say 30% to close permanently without state aid due to coronavirus

As many as 30,000 California restaurants could close permanently because of coronavirus restrictions that have shuttered dining rooms and led to widespread layoffs, the industry warned Friday, while urging the state to delay tax payments and planned minimum-wage increases to help the ailing businesses.

NJ pizzeria borrows to keep workers on job, spurs donations

Federico's Pizza in Belmar, New Jersey took out a $50,000 loan to ensure its workers have a job for at least the next two months, spurring a surge of pay-it-forward donations as they help keep people and essential workers fed.

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.

Kristen Bell hosts Nickelodeon pandemic special for kids

Kristen Bell is hosting a Nickelodeon special with a “kid’s-eye view” of the coronavirus pandemic to address youngsters' concerns and help families weather the crisis, the channel said Friday.

Hair stylists hammered by coronavirus; San Francisco mayor offers pro tips

Scott Smith of San Francisco said his industry is getting particularly battered by staying at home, and he feels like he and his colleagues cannot go "unheard, unnoticed and treated as the basement of the small business community." 

Virus changes menus, operations as restaurants struggle to adapt

In the battle to keep their New York City restaurant going despite sharp restrictions during the coronavirus outbreak, the owners of Il Posto Accanto are relying on something Beatrice Tosci would have considered sacrilege in normal times.

How to plan a child's birthday party in times of coronavirus

As a parent, you’re probably used to carting the kiddos to sports games, birthday parties, and sleep overs. But now – none of that is happening. But it’s still important to help little ones enjoy their birthday.

Kids and coronavirus: What are the dangers?

Like many parents, Kerry McKenna didn’t think her 4-year-old son was in danger of contracting coronavirus.