Drinking alcohol won't kill coronavirus, World Health Organization says
While the current coronavirus pandemic and the resulting lockdowns may leave some people looking for an excuse to drink, curing the virus or preventing infection probably should not be one of them.
While the current coronavirus pandemic and the resulting lockdowns may leave some people looking for an excuse to drink, curing the virus or preventing infection probably should not be one of them.
Coronavirus outbreak sees surge in reckless driving on America’s empty roadways
Drivers in New York City, the epicenter of the outbreak in the U.S., have racked up thousands of tickets in the absence of traffic jams.
Drivers in New York City, the epicenter of the outbreak in the U.S., have racked up thousands of tickets in the absence of traffic jams.
White House Task Force address nation on COVID-19 response
President Donald Trump and members of the White House Task Force hold a daily briefing on the nation's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump and members of the White House Task Force hold a daily briefing on the nation's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Governors select appointees for multi-state effort to reopen economy
State leaders, healthcare professionals, and executives will make up a multi-state council to restore the economy and safely reopen businesses.
State leaders, healthcare professionals, and executives will make up a multi-state council to restore the economy and safely reopen businesses.
New York boy, 4, contracts coronavirus after being diagnosed with inoperable brain tumor
Matteo Ferruzzi, 4, tested positive for COVID-19, complicating the start of at least a year’s worth of chemotherapy treatment on an inoperable malignant brain tumor.
Matteo Ferruzzi, 4, tested positive for COVID-19, complicating the start of at least a year’s worth of chemotherapy treatment on an inoperable malignant brain tumor.
Prescriptions for anti-anxiety meds spike amid coronavirus outbreak, new report finds
The largest spike was in prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs, which rose 34.1 percent from mid-February to mid-March.
The largest spike was in prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs, which rose 34.1 percent from mid-February to mid-March.
Evolving aid package offers $450 billion for small businesses, hospitals
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said he believed a deal could be reached late Sunday or early Monday.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said he believed a deal could be reached late Sunday or early Monday.
Dozens flock to Jacksonville beaches as coronavirus restrictions ease
People were seen walking on Jacksonville Beach, Florida, on Saturday, April 18, one day after beaches in the area reopened amid an easing of restrictions aimed to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, COVID-19.
People were seen walking on Jacksonville Beach, Florida, on Saturday, April 18, one day after beaches in the area reopened amid an easing of restrictions aimed to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, COVID-19.
Pa. liquor store closures drive drinkers to seek booze options
Many liquor cabinets are running low and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's pivot to online sales has been, for most, an exercise in frustration in a state of nearly 13 million people.
Many liquor cabinets are running low and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's pivot to online sales has been, for most, an exercise in frustration in a state of nearly 13 million people.
NJ doctor who survived coronavirus launches fundraiser to help food banks
Dr. Sanfilippo, an orthopedic spine surgeon who lives in Moorestown with his family, started the Haircuts for COVID-19 challenge after recovering from the virus.
Dr. Sanfilippo, an orthopedic spine surgeon who lives in Moorestown with his family, started the Haircuts for COVID-19 challenge after recovering from the virus.
Gov. Tom Wolf issues order requiring all essential employees, customers to wear masks inside businesses
Gov. Tom Wolf issued a new order for essential businesses. Starting on Sunday, all essential employees and customers must wear masks inside businesses.
Gov. Tom Wolf issued a new order for essential businesses. Starting on Sunday, all essential employees and customers must wear masks inside businesses.
Broadway actor will have to have his leg amputated after complications from coronavirus
Tony Award-nominated actor Nick Cordero will have to have his leg amputated after suffering complications from coronavirus.
Tony Award-nominated actor Nick Cordero will have to have his leg amputated after suffering complications from coronavirus.
NJ Transit Senior Vice President dies of coronavirus-related complications
"Ray's reputation and experience in the industry are unparalleled," NJ Transit President & CEO Kevin Corbett said.
"Ray's reputation and experience in the industry are unparalleled," NJ Transit President & CEO Kevin Corbett said.
Researchers discover new coronavirus symptoms: feet lesions
Researchers in Spain believe they have discovered another symptom —lesions on feet. The lesions have been found in Italy and France, the researchers added.
Researchers in Spain believe they have discovered another symptom —lesions on feet. The lesions have been found in Italy and France, the researchers added.
Why some military members had stimulus checks snatched, reduced
USAA, a financial company that caters to military members and veterans, has suspended a policy that had resulted in members having their stimulus checks used to offset existing debts.
USAA, a financial company that caters to military members and veterans, has suspended a policy that had resulted in members having their stimulus checks used to offset existing debts.
Philadelphia-based horseback riding academy brings mini horses to riders during pandemic
The Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy provides programs for children of first responders and those with special needs.
The Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy provides programs for children of first responders and those with special needs.
Medal of Honor recipient Bennie Adkins loses battle with coronavirus at 86
Medal of Honor recipient Bennie Adkins of Alabama has succumbed to the coronavirus after a long battle.
Medal of Honor recipient Bennie Adkins of Alabama has succumbed to the coronavirus after a long battle.
Self-described Florida 'church' ordered to stop selling coronavirus 'cure'
Prosecutors filed the motion in a South Florida court, requesting a temporary restraining order against the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing. The complaint argues that the “church” cures are dangerous and that the “church” is in fact a secular organization.
Prosecutors filed the motion in a South Florida court, requesting a temporary restraining order against the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing. The complaint argues that the “church” cures are dangerous and that the “church” is in fact a secular organization.
Without teachers to report abuse cases, many children likely suffering at home
Child abuse prevention experts said that they are concerned many cases are going unreported, since children are isolated at home and away from teachers, daycare workers and neighbors who might intervene.
Child abuse prevention experts said that they are concerned many cases are going unreported, since children are isolated at home and away from teachers, daycare workers and neighbors who might intervene.
Bill Cosby cannot be granted early prison release due to COVID-19
Bill Cosby's spokesperson says the comedian won't be leaving prison despite the trend of offenders being released early due to COVID-19 concerns.
Bill Cosby's spokesperson says the comedian won't be leaving prison despite the trend of offenders being released early due to COVID-19 concerns.