Some Americans ‘jumping the gun’ on loosening COVID-19 social distancing practices, researchers say
Research from the University of Maryland’s Maryland Transportation Institute indicates that Americans are social distancing less for the first time since the COVID-19 outbreak began.
Research from the University of Maryland’s Maryland Transportation Institute indicates that Americans are social distancing less for the first time since the COVID-19 outbreak began.
Many laid-off US workers due to coronavirus might make more money with unemployment benefits
Unemployment benefits, combined with the additional coronavirus stimulus relief, means the average weekly payment to a laid-off worker should rise to about $978.
Unemployment benefits, combined with the additional coronavirus stimulus relief, means the average weekly payment to a laid-off worker should rise to about $978.
Coronavirus pandemic moves some summer jobs to virtual programs
Some summer jobs are moving to virtual programs due to COVID-19.
Some summer jobs are moving to virtual programs due to COVID-19.
Baseball Hall of Fame cancels induction ceremony due to coronavirus
Derek Jeter, Larry Walker and the rest of this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame class will have to wait another year for their big moment at Cooperstown.
Derek Jeter, Larry Walker and the rest of this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame class will have to wait another year for their big moment at Cooperstown.
US COVID-19 deaths climb past 60,000, according to Johns Hopkins data
More than 226,000 people have died from COVID-19 across the world, according to Johns Hopkins’ Coronavirus Resource Center.
More than 226,000 people have died from COVID-19 across the world, according to Johns Hopkins’ Coronavirus Resource Center.
Oprah to headline Facebook, Instagram graduation event
Oprah Winfrey has bee slated to be the commencement speaker for the Class of 2020 in an online graduation live streamed from Facebook and Instagram.
Oprah Winfrey has bee slated to be the commencement speaker for the Class of 2020 in an online graduation live streamed from Facebook and Instagram.
90-year-old Holocaust survivor from New Jersey dies of coronavirus
A 90-year-old Holocaust survivor was among the 362 coronavirus-related deaths announced in New Jersey on Thursday.
A 90-year-old Holocaust survivor was among the 362 coronavirus-related deaths announced in New Jersey on Thursday.
New Jersey husband, wife succumb to coronavirus weeks apart
Harvey and Margit Feldman, of New Jersey, both succumbed to the coronavirus over the past few weeks.
Harvey and Margit Feldman, of New Jersey, both succumbed to the coronavirus over the past few weeks.
Community throws 21st drive-by birthday party for young man celebrating medical milestone
One-by-one, over a hundred cars and trucks honked their horns down Kings Highway in East Greenwich Township, all to wish Joshua Everwine a happy 21st birthday.
One-by-one, over a hundred cars and trucks honked their horns down Kings Highway in East Greenwich Township, all to wish Joshua Everwine a happy 21st birthday.
Delaware health officials report 4,655 coronavirus cases; 144 deaths
Delaware health officials have reported 4,655 cases of coronavirus, with 144 virus-related deaths
Delaware health officials have reported 4,655 cases of coronavirus, with 144 virus-related deaths
Officials: 2 Georgia men drank cleaning products to fight COVID-19
Two Georgia men were hospitalized after drinking cleaning products hoping to prevent a coronavirus infection, officials said.
Two Georgia men were hospitalized after drinking cleaning products hoping to prevent a coronavirus infection, officials said.
Job expert offers recent graduates advice for job hunt amid pandemic
The coronavirus has taken a toll on many, but recent and upcoming graduates are feeling it more as they get ready to enter the job world.
The coronavirus has taken a toll on many, but recent and upcoming graduates are feeling it more as they get ready to enter the job world.
Where to get tested for COVID-19 in the Philadelphia area
As the number of COVID-19 cases rises, more drive-thru facilities are opening for testing. Here's a breakdown of Philadelphia-area sites where people can get tested for the coronavirus.
As the number of COVID-19 cases rises, more drive-thru facilities are opening for testing. Here's a breakdown of Philadelphia-area sites where people can get tested for the coronavirus.
New Jersey state parks, golf courses to reopen on May 2
New Jersey golf courses and parks will reopen on May 2, Governor Phil Murphy announced Wednesday morning via Twitter.
New Jersey golf courses and parks will reopen on May 2, Governor Phil Murphy announced Wednesday morning via Twitter.
Costco stores will require customers to wear face masks while shopping starting May 4
Costco has updated its policy page regarding its response to the novel coronavirus, saying that all "Costco members and guests must wear a mask or face covering that covers the mouth and nose at all times while at Costco." The policy will go into effect May 4."This requirement does not apply to children under the age of 2 or to individuals who are unable to wear a mask or face covering due to a medical condition," according to Costco's updated page, noting that the use of a face mask or covering should not serve as substitute for social distancing.Costco had previously stated that the face mask policy would only apply to some of its stores before the April 29 update.
Costco has updated its policy page regarding its response to the novel coronavirus, saying that all "Costco members and guests must wear a mask or face covering that covers the mouth and nose at all times while at Costco." The policy will go into effect May 4."This requirement does not apply to children under the age of 2 or to individuals who are unable to wear a mask or face covering due to a medical condition," according to Costco's updated page, noting that the use of a face mask or covering should not serve as substitute for social distancing.Costco had previously stated that the face mask policy would only apply to some of its stores before the April 29 update.
NY woman, 101, has survived Spanish flu pandemic, cancer and coronavirus, family says
A 101-year-old New York woman who survived the Spanish flu pandemic in 1918 and beat cancer has now overcome COVID-19, according to a local report.
A 101-year-old New York woman who survived the Spanish flu pandemic in 1918 and beat cancer has now overcome COVID-19, according to a local report.
Starbucks to reopen 90% of US stores by June in ‘carefully planned stages,’ according to report
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.
#ThankYouHeroes: Mattel unveils new collection of toys honoring front line workers of COVID-19
All net proceeds will be donated to #FirstRespondersFirst, an initiative created to help provide essential supplies, equipment and resources for health care workers and their families.
All net proceeds will be donated to #FirstRespondersFirst, an initiative created to help provide essential supplies, equipment and resources for health care workers and their families.
Dr. Mike On Call: Answering your coronavirus questions Wednesday on FOX 29
Dr. Mike will be joined by FOX 29’s Mike Jerrick to talk about the latest health developments related to the pandemic.
Dr. Mike will be joined by FOX 29’s Mike Jerrick to talk about the latest health developments related to the pandemic.
Phillie Phanatic launching virtual storytime with celebrity readers
The weekly event will feature a guest reader from the Phillies who will read a book from the popular Phanatic book series with help from the Phanatic himself.
The weekly event will feature a guest reader from the Phillies who will read a book from the popular Phanatic book series with help from the Phanatic himself.