Coronavirus numbers in NY ‘remain low and stable,’ discussion on reopening schools begins Monday
New York education officials are set to begin outlining what needs to be done to reopen schools while officials Sunday announced five new coronavirus deaths, matching an all-time low number for the state.
As virus rages in US, New York guards against another rise
As coronavirus rages out of control in other parts of the U.S., New York is offering an example after taming the nation’s deadliest outbreak this spring — while also trying to prepare in case another surge comes.
Cuomo: Coronavirus hospitalizations in NY drop below 800, lowest since March
Just 799 people in New York have been hospitalized due to COVID-19, according to Governor Andrew Cuomo, the lowest number of hospitalizations in the state since March 18.
Cuomo fears US hotspots will bring coronavirus spike to NY
The number of New Yorkers hospitalized with the coronavirus has fallen to the lowest point in nearly four months, but Gov. Andrew Cuomo fears a resurgence in cases is inevitable amid outbreaks in other states.
NY malls reopen with limited capacity, new air filters
Malls in New York are beginning to reopen after Governor Cuomo gave the green light for malls in regions that have entered Phase Four to reopen if they install air filtration systems to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Malls in Phase 4 NY regions reopen with new air filters
Indoor shopping malls outside New York City reopened Friday, at half capacity and using high-efficiency air filters to help fight the spread of COVID-19.
More than 4,500 virus patients were sent to NY nursing homes
New York hospitals released more than 6,300 recovering coronavirus patients into nursing homes during the height of the pandemic under a controversial, now-scrapped policy, state officials said Monday, but they argued it was not to blame for one of the nation's highest nursing home death tolls.
NYC enters Phase Three reopening without indoor dining
Phase Three of reopening will include various personal care businesses, including tattoo and piercing facilities, massage therapy, spas, cosmetology, nail and tanning salons, waxing, and more.
Cuomo: New coronavirus cases in NY drop by nearly 200
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday that new COVID-19 cases in New York state dropped by nearly 200, just one day after the state recorded over 900 positive cases for the first time in three weeks.
Cuomo: Over 900 new COVID-19 cases in NY for first time in three weeks
New York state reported 918 new coronavirus infections and nine deaths from COVID-19, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Friday.
De Blasio: ‘Full Steam Ahead’ on NYC schools reopening in September
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says that New York City's schools will reopen in September, but Governor Andrew Cuomo is pushing back, saying the final decision rests with the state.
De Blasio says NYC schools will reopen in September
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says that New York City's schools will reopen in September, but Governor Andrew Cuomo is pushing back, saying the final decision rests with the state.
NY, NJ, CT restrict access to travelers from 16 states due to fear of coronavirus spread
A mandatory quarantine of 14 days has been extended to travelers entering New York, New Jersey and Connecticut to 16 from the 8 states listed when the advisory was first issued last week.
Judge rules Cuomo's eviction suspension is constitutional
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo acted constitutionally by temporarily banning evictions because of the coronavirus, a judge ruled Monday.
Cuomo may slow down Phase 3 reopening in New York City due to 'complications'
A planned Phase Three reopening in New York City expected to occur on July 6 could be slowed, announced Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Cuomo to Trump: Tell Americans to wear face masks
NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo called on President Donald Trump Monday to sign an executive order requiring all people to wear face coverings as the number of COVID-19 cases has increased across the country.
COVID-19 death toll in NY drops to 5
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the daily death toll caused by the coronavirus fell to 5 on Saturday — the lowest number New York state has recorded in more than three months.
Gym owners in NY fighting to reopen in Phase 4
After it was announced on Tuesday that gyms would not be allowed to reopen in Phase Four of reopening in New York, roughly 30 owners of small fitness studios formed a coalition to potentially pursue legal action across the state.
Judge blocks 25% capacity rule for religious services in NY
A federal judge has blocked New York state from enforcing coronavirus restrictions limiting indoor religious gatherings to 25% capacity when other types of gatherings are limited to 50%.
Frustration, disappointment over treatment of people with special needs in NY
The families of people with special needs expressed their frustration in the lack of planning during reopening for the special needs community.