First coronavirus death reported in LA County, 6 additional cases announced, 27 cases total

Los Angeles County reported its first death related to the coronavirus outbreak on Wednesday, as health officials announced six additional cases, bringing the county's total to 27.

Virus testing is 'failing,' leaving cases uncounted: National Institutes of Health expert

Seven weeks have passed since the first U.S. case of coronavirus was announced, and the government is failing to account for what could be thousands of additional infections because of ongoing problems with testing.

NYC mayor declares state of emergency due to COVID-19

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has declared a state of emergency amid the growing outbreak of the novel coronavirus. 

Coronavirus scare closes California venues, delays weddings

Likewise at San Francisco’s Curran Theater, where performances of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” have been suspended for the rest of the month. San Francisco’s American Conservatory Theater is also being shuttered.

Kevin Love donates $100G to Cleveland Cavaliers, arena staff after season suspended

Following the suspension of the NBA season on Wednesday, Kevin Love said he would donate $100,000 to arena and support staff of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's wife, Sophie, tests positive for coronavirus, officials say

Canadian government officials announced Thursday night that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, tested positive for the coronavirus and "will remain in isolation for the time being."

Universal Studios Hollywood will close Saturday through end of the month

Officials announced on Thursday it will close Universal Studios Hollywood beginning Saturday, March 14 and anticipates a re-opening on March 28 to help stem the tide of the coronavirus outbreak.

Most coronavirus patients recover, but anxiety and fear still loom

According to the World Health Organization, people with mild illness recover in about two weeks, while those with more severe ailments may take three to six weeks to rebound.

Can your pet get coronavirus?
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The spread of the coronavirus has some pet owners concerned about their four-legged friends.