New bill proposes student loan forgiveness for health care workers on front lines of COVID-19 fight
Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.
Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.
Berks County DA warns of scams amid coronavirus crisis
Berks County District Attorney John Adams is warning of scams amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Berks County District Attorney John Adams is warning of scams amid the coronavirus pandemic.
White House Coronavirus Task Force could wind down work by early June
The White House has begun discussions about winding down its coronavirus task force, which has already been meeting less frequently, Vice President Mike Pence said. Its members have become fixtures on television sets across the nation, with Americans hungry for information and marooned at home.
The White House has begun discussions about winding down its coronavirus task force, which has already been meeting less frequently, Vice President Mike Pence said. Its members have become fixtures on television sets across the nation, with Americans hungry for information and marooned at home.
Delaware high schools honor senior athletes with Friday Night Lights program
Tower Hill School in Wilmington, DE is one of the schools in our area participating in Friday Night Lights program to honor senior athletes.
Tower Hill School in Wilmington, DE is one of the schools in our area participating in Friday Night Lights program to honor senior athletes.
Scientists say COVID-19 mutation more contagious than original strain is increasing at ‘alarming rate’
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory say they have identified 14 new mutations of the novel coronavirus that first originated in Wuhan, China in hopes of creating an early warning system to reveal new strains that may render future vaccines ineffective.
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory say they have identified 14 new mutations of the novel coronavirus that first originated in Wuhan, China in hopes of creating an early warning system to reveal new strains that may render future vaccines ineffective.
Mourners applaud during funeral procession for doctor who lost life to COVID-19
Mourners gathered to remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Al-Dubbaisi, who died after contracting COVID-19.
Mourners gathered to remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Al-Dubbaisi, who died after contracting COVID-19.
NJ balloon artist with autism honors essential workers
An artist in Edison, New Jersey, has found a unique way to say thank you to essential workers during the coronavirus pandemic and he’s doing it with balloons.
An artist in Edison, New Jersey, has found a unique way to say thank you to essential workers during the coronavirus pandemic and he’s doing it with balloons.
US COVID-19 death toll surpasses 70,000, according to Johns Hopkins data
The number of people who have died from the novel coronavirus surpassed 70,000 on May 5, according to data from the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.
The number of people who have died from the novel coronavirus surpassed 70,000 on May 5, according to data from the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.
FDNY paramedic in month-long coronavirus coma has woken up, union says
New York Fire Department (FDNY) paramedic Christell Cadet awoke on Sunday from a monthlong coma thought to be caused by the novel coronavirus, according to representatives from her union.
New York Fire Department (FDNY) paramedic Christell Cadet awoke on Sunday from a monthlong coma thought to be caused by the novel coronavirus, according to representatives from her union.
NJ businessman provides carnival fun for families
One local businessman in Williamstown, New Jersey is looking to provide some carnival fun during the coronavirus pandemic.
One local businessman in Williamstown, New Jersey is looking to provide some carnival fun during the coronavirus pandemic.
Casino workers call for coronavirus protections before gaming resumes
Workers from casinos in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, New Orleans and Mississippi are calling for casinos to pay for testing them for the coronavirus before they return to their jobs.
Workers from casinos in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, New Orleans and Mississippi are calling for casinos to pay for testing them for the coronavirus before they return to their jobs.
Local author writes book filled with acts of kindness
An author wrote a book filled with acts of kindness from all over the world.
An author wrote a book filled with acts of kindness from all over the world.
Philadelphia Flyers update 2019-2020 ticketing prices during pandemic
The Philadelphia Flyers address updated ticketing policies for fans amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
The Philadelphia Flyers address updated ticketing policies for fans amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
Nike to donate more than 30,000 shoes to COVID-19 frontline workers
The sportswear giant is partnering with the nonprofit Good360 and local organizations to give staff at various hospitals around the U.S. and Europe a pair of shoes.
The sportswear giant is partnering with the nonprofit Good360 and local organizations to give staff at various hospitals around the U.S. and Europe a pair of shoes.
Ocean City, Maryland to reopen beaches, boardwalk on May 9, officials say
The beaches and the world-famous boardwalk of Maryland's most popular coastal resort town will reopen this Saturday, according to an Ocean City councilmember.
The beaches and the world-famous boardwalk of Maryland's most popular coastal resort town will reopen this Saturday, according to an Ocean City councilmember.
Avalon, Stone Harbor to reopen beaches Friday for exercise, fishing
Friday morning, Avalon and Stone Harbor beaches will reopen for walking, running, fishing, and surfing. They will be open from dawn until dusk.
Friday morning, Avalon and Stone Harbor beaches will reopen for walking, running, fishing, and surfing. They will be open from dawn until dusk.
Coronavirus pandemic affecting the way we say goodbye to our loved ones
A local funeral home is doing what they can to make sure everyone gets a proper goodbye during the coronavirus pandemic.
A local funeral home is doing what they can to make sure everyone gets a proper goodbye during the coronavirus pandemic.
Longtime Center City pizza place reopens after closing for over a month ago due to COVID-19
A longtime Center City pizza shop is opened for business for the first time in a month.
A longtime Center City pizza shop is opened for business for the first time in a month.
Delaware County tuxedo shop struggles amid COVID-19 pandemic
A Delaware County tuxedo shop that has been in business for decades is struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Delaware County tuxedo shop that has been in business for decades is struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Matches were canceled due to COVID-19, so a Mexican wrestler began making 'lucha libre' face masks
A Mexican wrestler financially impacted by canceled wrestling matches due to the COVID-19 pandemic has dedicated his time to making “lucha libre” face masks to help others fight the virus.
A Mexican wrestler financially impacted by canceled wrestling matches due to the COVID-19 pandemic has dedicated his time to making “lucha libre” face masks to help others fight the virus.