Airbnb Crackdown
Alex Holley and Mike Jerrick speak with attorney Angela Giampolo about Airbnb's proactive crackdown on listings
Alex Holley and Mike Jerrick speak with attorney Angela Giampolo about Airbnb's proactive crackdown on listings
Amazon selling coronavirus face shields it helped design at cost
The face shields, priced at $2.65 each, are available to purchase in packs of 25.
The face shields, priced at $2.65 each, are available to purchase in packs of 25.
Lord & Taylor seeks bankruptcy protection
Lord & Taylor, America's oldest retailer, is seeking bankruptcy protection, as is the owner of Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank, lengthening the list of major retail chains that have faltered in the pandemic.
Lord & Taylor, America's oldest retailer, is seeking bankruptcy protection, as is the owner of Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank, lengthening the list of major retail chains that have faltered in the pandemic.
Delta flight turns around after 2 passengers refuse to wear coronavirus masks
The flight was departing from Detroit to Atlanta.
The flight was departing from Detroit to Atlanta.
Parents struggle as schools reopen amid coronavirus surge
Parents in some states are getting their first look at a new school year as the coronavirus continues to cause upheaval in school systems around the country.
Parents in some states are getting their first look at a new school year as the coronavirus continues to cause upheaval in school systems around the country.
MLB: Marlins cleared to leave Philadelphia, resume season on Tuesday
The Miami Marlins, who have been quarantined at a Philadelphia hotel for nearly a week following a coronavirus outbreak, were cleared to leave the city on Sunday, according to Major League Baseball.
The Miami Marlins, who have been quarantined at a Philadelphia hotel for nearly a week following a coronavirus outbreak, were cleared to leave the city on Sunday, according to Major League Baseball.
Annual Sturgis rally expecting 250K, stirring virus concerns
Though only about half the usual number of people are expected at this year's event, residents were split as the city weighed its options. Many worried that the rally would cause an unmanageable outbreak of COVID-19.
Though only about half the usual number of people are expected at this year's event, residents were split as the city weighed its options. Many worried that the rally would cause an unmanageable outbreak of COVID-19.
Debate begins for who's first in line for COVID-19 vaccine
Traditionally, first in line for a scarce vaccine are health workers and the people most vulnerable to the targeted infection. But one doctor tossed new ideas into the mix: Consider geography and give priority to people where an outbreak is hitting hardest.
Traditionally, first in line for a scarce vaccine are health workers and the people most vulnerable to the targeted infection. But one doctor tossed new ideas into the mix: Consider geography and give priority to people where an outbreak is hitting hardest.
Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez out for season after developing heart inflammation from COVID-19
Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez won't be able to play this season because he has heart inflammation caused by COVID-19. "You're more at risk when you're older, but it hits the young pretty hard, too, at times. And Eddie just, unfortunately, is one of those guys that it hit hard, and to get to lose an entire season, it's pretty rough on anybody," said a Red Sox official.
Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez won't be able to play this season because he has heart inflammation caused by COVID-19. "You're more at risk when you're older, but it hits the young pretty hard, too, at times. And Eddie just, unfortunately, is one of those guys that it hit hard, and to get to lose an entire season, it's pretty rough on anybody," said a Red Sox official.
Brewers-Cardinals series at Miller Park postponed due to COVID-19
The Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday announced the postponement of Sunday's doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals -- marking the postponement of the entire weekend series.
The Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday announced the postponement of Sunday's doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals -- marking the postponement of the entire weekend series.
South Africa hits 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, still not at peak
South Africa on Saturday surpassed 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, representing more than 50% of all reported coronavirus infections in Africa’s 54 countries.
South Africa on Saturday surpassed 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, representing more than 50% of all reported coronavirus infections in Africa’s 54 countries.
Airbnb summer rental safety amid COVID-19 pandemic: What to know before you check in
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.
Defiant NJ gym again opens despite closure order amid virus
The owners of a New Jersey gym that has repeatedly defied Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order to remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic have once again reopened the facility less than a week after their arrests on contempt charges.
The owners of a New Jersey gym that has repeatedly defied Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order to remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic have once again reopened the facility less than a week after their arrests on contempt charges.
MLB: Phillies to resume play Monday against Yankees; team received false positives
Following reports of the potential postponement of the Philadelphia Phillies game on Monday against the New York Yankees, Major League Baseball says the team will resume its season as planned.
Following reports of the potential postponement of the Philadelphia Phillies game on Monday against the New York Yankees, Major League Baseball says the team will resume its season as planned.
Health officials link US salmonella outbreak to red onions
The supplier told the FDA that it will be recalling all varieties of onions that could have come in contact with potentially contaminated red onions because of the risk of cross-contamination.
The supplier told the FDA that it will be recalling all varieties of onions that could have come in contact with potentially contaminated red onions because of the risk of cross-contamination.
Lorenzo Cain opts out of 2020 MLB season
Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder Lorenzo Cain has opted out of the 2020 MLB season, according to a release from the organization Saturday, August 1.
Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder Lorenzo Cain has opted out of the 2020 MLB season, according to a release from the organization Saturday, August 1.
NJ law replaces expiring federal health tax with state levy
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation Friday that will impose a tax on state health insurance plans after a federal levy expires and use those funds to reduce costs for residents.
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation Friday that will impose a tax on state health insurance plans after a federal levy expires and use those funds to reduce costs for residents.
Calculating mortality rate mid-pandemic is difficult, but US doesn’t have lowest, experts say
Experts say determining the mortality rate of COVID-19 is complicated and doesn’t paint the whole picture.
Experts say determining the mortality rate of COVID-19 is complicated and doesn’t paint the whole picture.
Man loses nearly 200 pounds in less than a year to ride new roller coaster
Jared Ream attributes his successful weight loss to focusing on a tangible goal.
Jared Ream attributes his successful weight loss to focusing on a tangible goal.
What will the fall bring for youth and high school sports?
Norristown School District announced they have suspended fall sports to ensure the safety of students, while others are moving forward with sports.
Norristown School District announced they have suspended fall sports to ensure the safety of students, while others are moving forward with sports.