Some public health officials fighting COVID-19 resign, some assigned security detail amid threats

In the battle against COVID-19, some public health officials in the U.S. are being pushed out or choosing to quit their jobs amid a lack of support from elected officials, a gross shortage in critical infrastructure and an onslaught of attacks from the public.

Amid coronavirus pandemic, Live Nation announces drive-in concert series

Grammy-winning singer Brad Paisley will headline shows in all three cities, while fellow country artists Darius Rucker and Jon Pardi will also perform in Nashville at Nissan Stadium. Nelly will perform in Maryland Heights, near St. Louis.

Planning for summer beach days? Docs share virus safety tips

According to Tripadvisor, 50% of travelers are looking to book a one- to five-day trip this month, suggesting massive pent-up demand for sand and surf.

COVID-19 death toll in US has surpassed the number of Americans killed in WWI

The number of COVID-19 deaths in the United States has surpassed the number of Americans who were killed during WWI, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.

VA respiratory therapist charged with stealing supplies for COVID-19 patients, selling them on eBay

A Department of Veterans Affairs respiratory therapist has been charged with stealing medical supplies used to treat patients with COVID-19 and selling them on eBay, according to a news release by the U.S. Department of Justice. 

Surging US virus cases raise fear that progress is slipping

Coronavirus cases in Florida surpassed 100,000 on Monday, part of an alarming surge across the South and West as states reopen for business and many Americans resist wearing masks or keeping their distance from others.

Existing home sale plunge 9.7% in 3rd straight monthly drop

The National Association of Realtors said Monday that the monthly decline pushed sales down to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.91 million, the slowest pace since a home buyers tax credit expired in October 2010.

High schools push ahead for fall football amid pandemic

High schools across the country are trying to figure out how and when students will return to classrooms this fall.

Delaware personal care businesses permitted to open with 60% capacity Monday

Hair salons, barber shops, tattoo services, massage therapy services, nail salons, spas, facials, and similar services will all be permitted to reopen with 60% capacity Monday.

New Jersey personal care businesses reopen Monday with new guidelines in place

Personal care businesses like hair and nail salons, spas, and barber shops can reopen Monday with several new guidelines aimed at coronavirus mitigation.

New Jersey will allows outdoor visits at longterm care facilities

Governor Phil Murphy on Friday announced that nursing homes and other long term care and assisted living facilities can arrange outdoor visits this weekend.

Hundreds test positive for COVID-19 at Tyson Foods plant in Arkansas

Tyson Foods is looking into reports that China’s customs agency has suspended poultry imports from a Tyson facility in the United States after coronavirus cases were confirmed among its employees.

WHO reports largest single-day increase in coronavirus cases

The World Health Organization has reported the largest single-day increase in coronavirus cases by its count, at more than 183,000 new cases in the latest 24 hours.