Macy's, Bloomingdales temporarily closing stores nationwide due to COVID-19 concerns
In a statement on Tuesday, Macy’s Inc. announced it will close all of its stores temporarily by the end of the day due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.
In a statement on Tuesday, Macy’s Inc. announced it will close all of its stores temporarily by the end of the day due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.
New York City Mayor: Be prepared to shelter in place
New Yorkers should begin to prepare for the possibility of being ordered to shelter in place in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the mayor said Tuesday.
New Yorkers should begin to prepare for the possibility of being ordered to shelter in place in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the mayor said Tuesday.
Gas prices could hit 99 cents in some states due to coronavirus and supplies, expert says
The last time prices dropped below $1.60 was in December 2008 during the financial crisis, after falling from a July high of $4.10.
The last time prices dropped below $1.60 was in December 2008 during the financial crisis, after falling from a July high of $4.10.
Georgia-Pacific working to keep up with toilet paper demand
Empty shelves in stores are a common sight as people stock up on toilet paper over COVID-19 virus concerns.
Empty shelves in stores are a common sight as people stock up on toilet paper over COVID-19 virus concerns.
Things you can do right now to stop the spread of coronavirus
The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention has maintained that the most effective way to prevent transmission is by avoiding any exposure to the virus.
The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention has maintained that the most effective way to prevent transmission is by avoiding any exposure to the virus.
Researchers say COVID-19 product of ‘natural evolution’ not a ‘laboratory construct’
Researchers say COVID-19 is a product of natural evolutionary selection and is not a “laboratory construct or purposefully manipulated” coronavirus.
Researchers say COVID-19 is a product of natural evolutionary selection and is not a “laboratory construct or purposefully manipulated” coronavirus.
Mike Bloomberg pledges $40M to fight coronavirus around the world, including Africa
Bloomberg Philanthropies, the ex-mayor’s charitable organization, said it will use the funds to slow the spread of COVID-19 in vulnerable low- and middle-income countries.
Bloomberg Philanthropies, the ex-mayor’s charitable organization, said it will use the funds to slow the spread of COVID-19 in vulnerable low- and middle-income countries.
Florida governor calls out spring breakers for ignoring coronavirus warnings: 'That's not what we want'
Despite official encouragement of social distancing, some are still soaking up the sunshine on beaches in the state.
Despite official encouragement of social distancing, some are still soaking up the sunshine on beaches in the state.
Facebook acknowledges a bug is blocking coronavirus news
Facebook says a bug in its anti-spam system is blocking the publication of links to news stories about the coronavirus.
Facebook says a bug in its anti-spam system is blocking the publication of links to news stories about the coronavirus.
Florida gets Medicaid flexibility for coronavirus
Florida is the first state to take advantage of greater flexibility the federal government said would be available following President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency.
Florida is the first state to take advantage of greater flexibility the federal government said would be available following President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency.
Florida animal shelter offers free adoptions due to coronavirus
The Jacksonville Humane Society said it would waive adoption fees this week.
The Jacksonville Humane Society said it would waive adoption fees this week.
Nevada to close casinos, businesses and ban dining out
Nevada's governor ordered a monthlong closure of casinos and other non-essential businesses starting noon Wednesday.
Nevada's governor ordered a monthlong closure of casinos and other non-essential businesses starting noon Wednesday.
Big 3 automakers will partially shut down US plants, bolster safety measures to protect workers
The UAW and the big three automakers have agreed to not close its manufacturing plants, in exchange for new safety measures and an increase in adherence to CDC recommendations on social distancing in the workplace.
The UAW and the big three automakers have agreed to not close its manufacturing plants, in exchange for new safety measures and an increase in adherence to CDC recommendations on social distancing in the workplace.
Coronavirus outbreak crippling economy, leaving workers devastated
As the deadly coronavirus outbreak continues in the United States, businesses are closing their doors, and many people are faced with unemployment.
As the deadly coronavirus outbreak continues in the United States, businesses are closing their doors, and many people are faced with unemployment.
Volusia County officials keeping beaches open, advising 6-foot separation between beachgoers
Several council members at Tuesday's meeting said that they want to keep the beaches open and operating but with the necessary precautions and restrictions in place, the Volusia County Government said.
Several council members at Tuesday's meeting said that they want to keep the beaches open and operating but with the necessary precautions and restrictions in place, the Volusia County Government said.
Florida parks limit hours of operation amid coronavirus concerns
The action concerning the parks comes as state officials respond to the rapidly increasing number of coronavirus cases in Florida.
The action concerning the parks comes as state officials respond to the rapidly increasing number of coronavirus cases in Florida.
Georgia families adjust to virtual learning during coronavirus school closures
With Gwinnett County Schools closed due to the coronavirus outbreak Ruth McMullin, like so many other parents across the country, finds herself in uncharted territory.
With Gwinnett County Schools closed due to the coronavirus outbreak Ruth McMullin, like so many other parents across the country, finds herself in uncharted territory.
North Georgia community pulls together to feed children during coronavirus school closures
Nearly a dozen businesses and 35 volunteers worked together Tuesday to help feed families in need because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Nearly a dozen businesses and 35 volunteers worked together Tuesday to help feed families in need because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Management reduces check-in stations at Atlanta's airport during coronavirus outbreak
Management at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has reduced check-in stations. The changes stem from adjustments required because of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Management at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has reduced check-in stations. The changes stem from adjustments required because of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Couple from cruise explains coronavirus quarantine at Dobbins Air Reserve Base
By phone, Karen and Harry Dever showed FOX 5 their room at Dobbins Air Reserve Base and joked about how they use their luggage and dresser drawers. It's a far cry from the balcony suite cabin they were confined to on the Grand Princess a week ago. Now they can get out and about as they wait out the rest of their two-week quarantine.
By phone, Karen and Harry Dever showed FOX 5 their room at Dobbins Air Reserve Base and joked about how they use their luggage and dresser drawers. It's a far cry from the balcony suite cabin they were confined to on the Grand Princess a week ago. Now they can get out and about as they wait out the rest of their two-week quarantine.