Even as the U.S. has largely hunkered down, some powerful people in Washington have defied preventative measures aimed at curbing the spread of the contagious coronavirus
Katherine Lee
Trump agencies push rollbacks on health, environmental regulations as pandemic rages
The proposed rule would require disclosure of the raw data behind any scientific study used in the rulemaking process, including confidential medical records.
African jazz great Manu Dibango dies in France of virus
Manu Dibango fused African rhythms with funk to become one of the most influential musicians in world dance music.
Maine State Police ID shooter in 31-year-old Blue Hill man’s death
Maine State Police detectives are investigating a shooting death that claimed the life of a 31-year-old man outside his home in Blue Hill
Feds: Scam artists spread virus lies, prey on Medicare recipients
Federal law enforcement is warning that scam artists are preying on older people’s fears by peddling fake tests for the coronavirus to Medicare recipients.
By the numbers: Coronavirus cases, deaths around the world
This map of countries show which have confirmed cases of the virus. Map also includes when the virus was initially reported and the number of deaths by country. This table shows the countries that have confirmed cases of the virus, including when the virus was initially reported and the number of deaths by country. This […]
Trump appears to waffle on extending shutdown as Congress pursues aid
In Congress, tempers flare and emotions are raw after days of wrangling over critical aid.
Fed makes strongest bid yet to protect companies and governments
The Federal Reserve will also begin lending to small and large businesses and local governments to help them weather the crisis.
The Latest: U.S. fights conspiracy theories as National Guard assists in virus response
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S and the world. The Defense Department’s response to the coronavirus outbreak has expanded to include the expected deployment of tens of thousands of National Guardsmen, and a growing effort to stamp out conspiracy theories that the United States will adopt martial law. Senior U.S. officials […]
Coronavirus how-to: Working from home? Some tips on how to do it
A laptop on a couch in your pajamas is not optimal.