Study links mask use to fewer COVID-19 hospitalizations
Researchers from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee found evidence to reinforce what scientists have been saying for months: Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Researchers from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee found evidence to reinforce what scientists have been saying for months: Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Pope Francis ends public audiences, eyes Christmas as virus surges
Ambassadors to the Vatican were informed recently that Christmas would be essentially a virtual affair for the diplomatic corps this year.
Ambassadors to the Vatican were informed recently that Christmas would be essentially a virtual affair for the diplomatic corps this year.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut requiring Californians to quarantine before visiting
The tri-state area added California back to its quarantine list because of an increase in the state's testing positivity rate.
The tri-state area added California back to its quarantine list because of an increase in the state's testing positivity rate.
American unemployment claims fall to 751,000; coronavirus resurges
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March but a figure that remains historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March but a figure that remains historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs.
US economy grew at 33% rate in 3rd quarter but recovery is incomplete
The U.S. economy grew at a 33.1% annual rate in the July-September quarter — by far the largest quarterly gain on record — rebounding from an epic plunge in the spring.
The U.S. economy grew at a 33.1% annual rate in the July-September quarter — by far the largest quarterly gain on record — rebounding from an epic plunge in the spring.
MLB launches investigation after Justin Turner 'disregards' protocols following COVID-19 diagnosis
Los Angeles Dodgers star Justin Turner celebrated his World Series victory with his team Tuesday night, without a mask, despite learning before the eighth inning that he was COVID-19 positive.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Justin Turner celebrated his World Series victory with his team Tuesday night, without a mask, despite learning before the eighth inning that he was COVID-19 positive.
Five staff members at a Cherry Hill elementary school test positive for COVID-19
Five staff members at a Cherry Hill elementary school have tested positive for COVID-19.
Five staff members at a Cherry Hill elementary school have tested positive for COVID-19.
Walt Disney World lays off 720 performers because of COVID-19
The performer layoffs come weeks after The Walt Disney Co. announced it was eliminating 28,000 jobs in its parks division in California and Florida.
The performer layoffs come weeks after The Walt Disney Co. announced it was eliminating 28,000 jobs in its parks division in California and Florida.
Fauci estimates COVID-19 vaccine won’t be available until January 2021 or later
The nation’s top infectious disease expert doesn’t anticipate a COVID-19 vaccine to be available in the U.S. until at least January 2021, if not later, due to several regulatory hurdles still ahead.
The nation’s top infectious disease expert doesn’t anticipate a COVID-19 vaccine to be available in the U.S. until at least January 2021, if not later, due to several regulatory hurdles still ahead.
'Worst year ever': Holiday plans in jeopardy as new COVID wave takes form
People across the Delaware Valley prepare for very different holidays as new coronavirus wave takes form.
People across the Delaware Valley prepare for very different holidays as new coronavirus wave takes form.
Holidays plans in jeopardy as people come to grips with new coronavirus wave
Marcus Espinoza has details
Marcus Espinoza has details
Russia imposes mask mandate, Germany locks down amid rising COVID-19 infections
Russia currently has the world’s fourth-largest coronavirus caseload.
Russia currently has the world’s fourth-largest coronavirus caseload.
Second coronavirus stockpiling wave may be coming — and it goes beyond toilet paper, cleaning supplies
As winter encroaches, more than half of U.S. consumers are considering replenishing their assortment of goods and essential products that they had originally stockpiled during the onset of the coronavirus pandemic earlier this year, according to new research from data-driven technology-enabled services company Inmar Intelligence.
As winter encroaches, more than half of U.S. consumers are considering replenishing their assortment of goods and essential products that they had originally stockpiled during the onset of the coronavirus pandemic earlier this year, according to new research from data-driven technology-enabled services company Inmar Intelligence.
Wisconsin cancels Nebraska game; Chryst tests positive
The Wisconsin football team will pause all team-related activities due to an elevated number of COVID-19 cases within the Badgers program.
The Wisconsin football team will pause all team-related activities due to an elevated number of COVID-19 cases within the Badgers program.
Researchers note decline in brain function in some COVID-19 survivors
For patients who reported being hospitalized and placed on a ventilator, researchers found in a preliminary study a decline in cognitive performance equivalent to 10 years of aging.
For patients who reported being hospitalized and placed on a ventilator, researchers found in a preliminary study a decline in cognitive performance equivalent to 10 years of aging.
Sisters allegedly hold down, stab security guard 27 times after being told to wear masks
A West Side security guard was allegedly attacked by two sisters he told to wear masks and use hand sanitizer — one of the women holding him by the hair while the other stabbed him more than two dozen times.
A West Side security guard was allegedly attacked by two sisters he told to wear masks and use hand sanitizer — one of the women holding him by the hair while the other stabbed him more than two dozen times.
Philadelphia officials recommend residents cancel planned holiday gatherings due to COVID-19
Citing a recent uptick in coronavirus spread in private settings, city officials are recommending Philadelphia residents cancel their holiday plans to gather with friends and family.
Citing a recent uptick in coronavirus spread in private settings, city officials are recommending Philadelphia residents cancel their holiday plans to gather with friends and family.
U.S. casinos seek recovery aid, though still hampered by virus
The head of the gambling industry's national trade group says additional financial aid is needed for casinos and their workers.
The head of the gambling industry's national trade group says additional financial aid is needed for casinos and their workers.
Pelosi 'remains optimistic' about COVID-19 relief package before Election Day
Despite failing on Monday to come to an agreement on a coronavirus stimulus package, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi "remains optimistic" that a deal with the White House can be reached before Election Day.
Despite failing on Monday to come to an agreement on a coronavirus stimulus package, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi "remains optimistic" that a deal with the White House can be reached before Election Day.
Firefighter suspended for breaking COVID-19 quarantine
A Seminole County firefighter who tested positive for the coronavirus is being disciplined for breaking quarantine.
A Seminole County firefighter who tested positive for the coronavirus is being disciplined for breaking quarantine.