Rental companies selling cars at discounted prices following halt on travel amid COVID-19 lockdowns

As Hertz Global Holdings Inc., files for bankruptcy following a near-halt on most travel amid the coronavirus pandemic, rental companies have reportedly begun selling much of their fleets in an attempt to survive the devastating economic impacts of the COVID-19 lockdowns. 

Graduation in aisle 4: Grocery store honors high school seniors with makeshift commencement ceremony

Six high school seniors and employees of a local Kentucky grocery store were honored for their hard work and given the graduation ceremony they deserved after having their official ceremony canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. 

Epidemiologists urge creation of ‘smart testing’ system in US to minimize climbing COVID-19 deaths

A report published on May 20 by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) is calling for greater coordination by state and federal agencies in developing a more accessible and functional coronavirus testing infrastructure across the U.S.

Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during pandemic

Joe Biden said Tuesday that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership.

Philadelphia to allow walk-up ordering, food trucks

Philadelphia city leaders say they’ll now allow walk-up ordering at restaurants and food trucks.

NJ reports 23 cases of Multi-system Inflammatory Syndrome in Children

Now, health officials are reminding parents to watch for symptoms of the rare illness that could be associated with COVID-19. 

Dangerous blood clots pose a perplexing coronavirus threat

Blood clots that can cause strokes, heart attacks and dangerous blockages in the legs and lungs are increasingly being found in COVID-19 patients, including some children.

Study ranks best and worst states for seniors during COVID-19 pandemic

A recent study conducted by researchers at Caring.com has ranked the best and worst states for seniors during the coronavirus crisis.

US company trials coronavirus vaccine candidate in Australia

A U.S. biotechnology company has begun injecting a coronavirus vaccine candidate into people in Australia with hopes of releasing a proven vaccine this year.

Group of teens start nonprofit to help others during pandemic

A group of kids started a nonprofit to help others during the COVID-19 pandemic. They call themselves the "Leaders of Tomorrow."

Families stick close to home for Memorial Day

Families stuck close to home this Memorial Day as a way to keep safe during the coronavirus crisis.

Delaware County business struggles to stay afloat

A Delaware County small business owner is speaking out. She says she is struggling to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic.