Gun rights groups sue Connecticut Gov. Lamont

Gun rights supporters are suing in federal court over an executive order suspending fingerprinting services needed to obtain gun and ammunition permits.

How to become a contact tracer in New York City

A massive initiative is underway in New York City to hire people who will trace the contacts of a person newly infected with COVID-19.

NY to require virus testing for nursing home staffers

New York nursing homes must start twice-weekly coronavirus testing for all staffers and will no longer be sent COVID-19 patients leaving hospitals. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the policy Sunday after facing growing criticism over the handling of nursing facility outbreaks.

Schumer calls on VA to explain use of unproven drug on vets

Sen. Charles Schumer is calling on the Department of Veterans Affairs to explain why it allowed the use of an unproven drug on veterans for the coronavirus.

Cuomo announces new rules for nursing homes in NY
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New York nursing homes must start twice-weekly coronavirus testing for all staffers and will no longer be sent COVID-19 patients leaving hospitals. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the policy Sunday after facing growing criticism over the handling of nursing facility outbreaks.

NYPD switching tactics to enforce social distancing
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After viral videos showed violent clashes between people and members of the NYPD over social distancing violations, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Sunday that he will double the ranks of non-police workers looking to persuade people to comply with the guidance.

As Trump pulls back from virus, Congress races to fill void

President Donald Trump is trying to move on from the coronavirus, and Congress is rushing to fill the void.

3 NY children die from syndrome possibly linked to COVID-19

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says three children in the state have now died from a possible complication from the coronavirus involving swollen blood vessels and heart problems.

NY's Cuomo criticized over highest nursing home death toll

New York leads the nation in the number of coronavirus deaths in nursing homes, and Gov. Andrew Cuomo is coming under increasing criticism for his handling of the crisis.

Historic unemployment surge leaves some New Yorkers waiting for needed benefits

The coronavirus crisis has sent U.S. unemployment surging to 14.7%, a level last seen when the country was in the throes of the Depression and President Franklin D. Roosevelt was assuring Americans that the only thing to fear was fear itself.

Some unemployed New Yorkers still waiting to recieve benefits
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As the nation's economy reels from the coronavirus pandemic, New York has seen a unprecedented number of jobless claims, leading to some New Yorkers who filed for unemployment benefits weeks ago still without the money they need to stay afloat.

4-year-old child in NJ dies from COVID-19-related causes

Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said a 4-year-old child with an underlying condition died from COVID-related causes.

Virus numbers improve as New Jersey weighs beach openings

New Jersey has more than 150 new deaths from COVID-19, including a 4-year-old child, even as a continuing decline or leveling in the number of cases and hospitalizations gives cause for cautious optimism.

VP Pence's press secretary tests positive for coronavirus

Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary has the coronavirus, the White House said Friday, making her the second person who works at the White House complex known to test positive for the virus this week.

Trump joins World War II veterans at V-E Day ceremony

World War II veterans joined President Donald Trump at a wreath-laying ceremony Friday to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe.

Access limited at 3 city parks to enhance social distancing

At a press conference on Thursday, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio hinted that the city may issue restrictions at certain city parks to prevent overcrowding and ensure social distancing.

Trump says in his mother's eyes, he 'could do no wrong'

"She was so good to me. I couldn't do any wrong, which is a big problem. Maybe that's why I ended up the way I ended up," Trump said of his late mother.