Pennsylvania's COVID-19 death toll passes 6,000

Pennsylvania's COVID-19 death toll passed 6,000 as the state Health Department on Tuesday reported 61 additional deaths linked to the disease.

WHO says comments on asymptomatic individuals a ‘misunderstanding’

The World Health Organization walked back on comments it had previously made regarding asymptomatic individuals and whether they greatly contribute to the spread of the novel coronavirus. 

Are we getting a second coronavirus stimulus check? What we know so far

An unexpectedly strong jobs report makes it appear unlikely that Americans will see a new coronavirus aid bill -- or a second IRS stimulus check.

California OK's movie theaters to reopen with limited seating

The state recommends movie theaters implement reservation systems, designate arrival times and designating certain seats that people can use so that movie goers can maintain 6 feet of distance from other groups. Moviegoers should, at a minimum, wear face coverings when entering and exiting the theater or buying concessions, the state guidance says.

Yosemite National Park to reopen this week with modifications

 California’s Yosemite National Park will reopen with restrictions this week after being closed for more than 2 1/2 months because of the coronavirus outbreak, officials announced Monday.

PPA postpones metered parking enforcement in Center City until June 15

As the city moved into the yellow phase amid government-led reopening strategies, the PPA announced that metered parking would resume. 

Murphy attends rally, vigil over the weekend as state works toward reopening

The rallies in Hillside and Westfield came as the state was emerging from Murphy’s stay-home order in March to help contain the coronavirus outbreak.

A dozen new Bucks County coronavirus cases traced to gatherings at Jersey Shore

Health officials say a dozen new coronavirus cases in the Philadelphia area have been traced to someone who attended gatherings at beach houses at the Jersey Shore.