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• Pandemic Expert James Galloway: "It’s Critically Important That We Maintain Our Healthcare Workers"

  19-03-2020 23:49
  
  Dr. James Galloway is a former assistant U.S. Surgeon General, a cardiovascular medical doctor and a public health expert. He served as a Senior Federal Official on Health for Pandemic Influenza and Bioterrorism for the Department of Homeland Security and as the Director of the Office of Health System Collaboration for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, integrating clinical care and public health at a national level.…
  
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• Town of Marana orders closure of bars, gyms and similar places of public gathering due to COVID-19

  19-03-2020 23:37
  
  TUCSON - The Town of Marana has moved to order all bars, gyms and facilities of public gathering to close according to an amendment to its Local Emergency released Thursday.On Tuesday,Mayor Ed Honea ordered a Local Emergency previously advising areas and businesses that expect large groups of people are advised to implement protocols that would limit the congregation of groups larger than 10. The mayor also initially advised restaurants to implement social distancing in their facilities.However,
  
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• The Latest: UN official diagnosed with coronavirus

  19-03-2020 23:37
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 240,000 people and killed more than 9,800. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. Almost 85,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Cannes Fil
  
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• You Can't Go To the Fourth Avenue Street Fair, but You Can Support Merchants Via Virtual Street Fair

  19-03-2020 23:28
  
  Retail merchants on Fourth Avenue are locking their doors and setting up shop online—and on social media—in an attempt to salvage sales lost after the Fourth Avenue Merchants Association canceled the 50th Annual Fourth Avenue Street Fair on March 13, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.…
  
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• Red Cross: Blood donations still needed despite great community response

  19-03-2020 23:11
  
  TUCSON - The Red Cross of Southern Arizona is asking people to donate blood amid the recent developments with the COVID-19 pandemic.According to officials, the two donations in Tucson have been filling up quickly on appointments due to the great response from the community. However, Red Cross said they are still advising people to sign up for an appointment.The group said as they do not anticipate the need for blood to decrease in the near future, they ask people to continue to donate even it th
  
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• TV med shows donate masks to help COVID-19 efforts

  19-03-2020 23:00
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) -They may only play doctors on TV, but they're giving real-life help to hospitals that have taken a hit from the coronavirus outbreak.The Fox medical series “The Resident” has donated some of its on-set masks and gowns to a hospital in Atlanta, where it shoots, and the ABC show “The Good Doctor” is moving to do the same in its home base of Vancouver, Canada. Dr. Karen Law of Grady Memorial Hospital says on Instagram that the gear was a godsend for overbur
  
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• The Latest: Louisiana Gov. worried about virus predictions

  19-03-2020 22:41
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 240,000 people and killed more than 9,800. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. Almost 85,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Cannes Fil
  
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• $10 toilet paper? Price gouging complaints surge in US amid COVID-19 pandemic

  19-03-2020 22:26
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) - Across a country where some shelves are empty and patience is thin, authorities are receiving a surge of reports about people trying to cash in on the coronavirus crisis with outrageous prices, phony cures and other scams.An Associated Press survey of attorneys generals in all 50 states found the number of complaints has already exceeded 5,000.One store advertised hand sanitizer at $60 a bottle.Chain stores were accused of selling $26 thermometers and face masks at $39.95 a pai
  
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• The Latest: Brazil closing its borders to fight coronavirus

  19-03-2020 22:18
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 240,000 people and killed more than 9,800. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. Almost 85,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Cannes Fil
  
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• AP FACT CHECK: Trump falsely claims drug approval for virus

  19-03-2020 22:15
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump misstated the facts Thursday when he asserted that the Food and Drug Administration had just approved a decades-old malaria drug to treat patients infected by the coronavirus. After his FDA chief clarified that the drug still needs testing, Trump also overstated the drug’s potential upside in helping contain the outbreak.A look at his claims at a news briefing:TRUMP: “And we’re going to be able to make that drug available almost im
  
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• UPDATED: Marana, Oro Valley Close Bars, Gyms, Theaters and Gyms, Limits Restaurants To Take-Out and Delivery

  19-03-2020 22:04
  
  Amending the emergency proclamations issued yesterday, the towns of Marana and Oro Valley have announced Thursday afternoon all bars, gyms and places of public gathering would have to close through the end of the month.The order also prohibits all restaurants from serving on-site, and encourages the use of delivery, curbside and take out service.The restriction does not apply to grocery stores, markets, convenience stores, pharmacies, food banks and several other establishments.The move follows
  
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• Marana Closes Bars, Gyms and Similar Businesses, Limits Restaurants To Take-Out and Delivery

  19-03-2020 22:04
  
  Amending the emergency proclamation issued by Mayor Eh Honea yesterday, the Town of Marana announced Thursday afternoon all bars, gyms and places of public gathering would have to close through the end of the month.The order also prohibits all restaurants from serving on-site, and encourages the use of delivery, curbside and take out service.The restriction does not apply to grocery stores, markets, convenience stores, pharmacies, food banks and several other establishments.The move follows thi
  
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• Humane Society of Southern Arizona adjusts public services

  19-03-2020 21:58
  
  Humane Society of Southern Arizona is adjusting its public services amid the coronavirus pandemic.The following changes start on March 19, 2020, until further notice.· Adoptions will be open to the public by appointment only. Visitwww.HSSAZ.org to find your future best friend, and call (520)327-6088 to set up a time to meet them.· Public spay and neuter services are suspended until future notice, and anyone with a current appointment will be called for rescheduling.· Public
  
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• Coronavirus: Son cannot visit dying mother because of hospital limitations on visitors

  19-03-2020 21:54
  
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  TUCSON - Banner University Medical Center is strengthening its limitations on visitors because of the coronavirus.In a statement, Banner UMC said: "To create a safe and secure environment for our patients and our health care workers during the COVID-19 outbreak, visitors will no longer be allowed in Banner hospitals starting at 7 a.m. on Thursday, March 19. We understand this will be challenging, but we’re committed to take the necessary precautions to
  
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• Marana orders business closures and switch to take out and delivery for restaurants

  19-03-2020 21:50
  
  Amending the emergency proclamation issued by Mayor Ed Honea yesterday, the Town of Marana announced Thursday afternoon that ordered the closure of all bars, gyms, and places of public gathering.The order also prohibits all restaurants from serving on-site, and encourages the use of delivery, curbside and take out service.The restriction does not apply to grocery stores, markets, convenience stores, pharmacies, food banks, and several other establishments.The Town of Marana issued the following
  
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• Pima County declares local emergency in response to COVID-19 outbreak

  19-03-2020 21:13
  
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  TUCSON -- The Pima County Board of Supervisors voted 3 to 2 to declare a local emergency Thursday morning.Restaurants will stop dine-in services. However, carry-out and delivery services are still available.
  Bars, theaters, movie theaters, gyms, fitness centers all will be closed. Some small businesses will also be closed.
  The new policy goes into effect Thursday at 8 p.m.
  Pima County Board of Supervisors vote 3-2 to declare a local emergency. It begins toni
  
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• The Latest: Portugal closing most shops to fight coronavirus

  19-03-2020 21:09
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 235,000 people and killed more than 9,700. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Cannes
  
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• Stocks are closing higher on Wall Street after a bumpy, but less frenetic day; Dow climbs nearly 200 points, or 1%

  19-03-2020 21:03
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are closing higher on Wall Street after a bumpy, but less frenetic day; Dow climbs nearly 200 points, or 1%.
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• Crews respond to hiker rescue in Ventana Canyon

  19-03-2020 20:48
  
  TUCSON – Crews are responding to a hiker rescue Thursday afternoon.Search and Rescue crews were dispatched to Ventana Canyon to assist an individual in the area.Pima County Sheriff's Department is on-scene.No further details have been released at this time.This is a developing story.The post Crews respond to hiker rescue in Ventana Canyon appeared first on KVOA.
  
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• The Latest: Cannes Film Festival postponed because of virus

  19-03-2020 20:45
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 235,000 people and killed more than 9,700. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Cannes
  
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• Cannes Film Festival postponed due to virus, organizers now looking at June or July dates

  19-03-2020 20:34
  
  PARIS (AP) — Cannes Film Festival postponed due to virus, organizers now looking at June or July dates.
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• The Latest: Anti-foreigner sentiment in Africa over virus

  19-03-2020 20:27
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 235,000 people and killed more than 9,700. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Queen E
  
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• Governor Ducey: No child in Arizona will go hungry

  19-03-2020 20:17
  
  TUCSON- Arizona Governor Doug Ducey reassured families there is help for those impacted by the school closures during the coronavirus crisis.Governor Ducey met with
  school leaders including Arizona State
  Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman Thursday to hand
  out meals to students in the Phoenix area.Schools
  are expected to be shut down through the end of March.
  The governor
  and state superintendent said no child in Arizona should go hungry.“We want
  every parent out there
  
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• Sierra Vista suspends bus service starting Friday

  19-03-2020 20:10
  
  SIERRA VISTA, Ariz. - Bus service in Sierra Vista will be suspended starting Friday as a measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the city announced Thursday.While there have been no confirmed cases in Cochise County at this time, the City of Sierra Vista announced Thursday that it will close the Vista Transit Center and suspend bus service starting Friday at 6 p.m.This suspension is scheduled to last through March 30, at this time. “We have been taking measures to completely sanitize al
  
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• The Latest: Serbia closing borders to help stop coronavirus

  19-03-2020 19:56
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 235,000 people and killed more than 9,700. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Queen E
  
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• SBA: Loans of up to $2M available for small businesses impacted by COVID-19

  19-03-2020 19:52
  
  TUCSON - To help small businesses stay afloat during the COVID-19 crisis, the U.S. Small Business Administration approved an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration on Thursday.Through this declaration, individual businesses are eligible to receive a loan for up to $2 million to help alleviate the negative economic impacts of the virus that has spread throughout the state.This loan can reportedly be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that are affected by the COV
  
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• Pima County Supervisors Orders Restaurants To Go To Take-Out and Delivery, Shutter Bars and Gyms

  19-03-2020 19:45
  
  In the face of the spreading COVID-19 epidemic, the Pima County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to declare an emergency and order bars, breweries, gyms, movie theaters and other spaces where people gather in unincorporated Pima County to close their doors by 8 p.m. tonight. Democrats Richard Elias, Ramon Valadez and Sharon Bronson voted in favor of the closure, while Republicans Ally Miller and Steve Christy were opposed.…
  
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• Migrant dies by apparent suicide in Houston ICE family detention center

  19-03-2020 19:37
  
  HOUSTON (AP) — Authorities say a 27-year-old Honduran man died by apparent suicide at one of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's family detention centers. ICE did not identify the man.It said he was pronounced dead at about 12:30 a.m. Wednesday after being found unresponsive at the Karnes County Residential Center in South Texas.The facility detains about 700 parents and children. The legal group RAICES says it was representing the man and called his death “devastating.&rdquo
  
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• Double Duty: South Carolina school buses deliver student meals

  19-03-2020 19:28
  
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  (WYFF/NBC News)  Many students rely on the two meals they receive daily during the school year.With schools across the country now temporarily closed due to coronavirus, many students are left with high food insecurity.To combat this, thousands of meals were packaged and delivered by district employees to students in South Carolina's Anderson School District 5."Having meals delivered to them is just one other step that we can make to make them feel, you know, you’re
  
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• The Latest: Canada’s foreign minister tested for coronavirus

  19-03-2020 19:15
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 235,000 people and killed more than 9,700. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Queen E
  
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• Italian death toll overtakes China’s as virus spreads

  19-03-2020 19:00
  
  ROME (AP) — The death toll in Italy has overtaken China’s, a stark illustration of how the coronavirus pandemic has pivoted toward Europe and the United States.
  Italy now has 3,405 registered deaths, roughly 150 more than China, a country with a population more than 20 times larger. The milestone came the same day that the Chinese city where the virus first emerged recorded no new infections, a sign that China’s draconian lockdowns were a powerful method to stop the virus' spre
  
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• The Latest: Carnival offers cruise ships for virus fight

  19-03-2020 18:56
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 227,000 people and killed more than 9,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Queen E
  
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• Confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Pima County rises to 7

  19-03-2020 18:44
  
  TUCSON - The confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Pima County has increased to seven, according to data released by the Arizona Department of Health Services Thursday morning.Arizona health officials announced on March 9 that Pima County recorded its first presumptive case of the deadly disease that was first detected in China. After Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey declared a public health emergency in response to the COVID019 pandemic, city, county and education officials have been implementing pro
  
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• Sierra Vista to suspend transit service until March 30

  19-03-2020 18:35
  
  SIERRA VISTA, Ariz. - The City of Sierra Vista will close the Vista Transit Center and suspend bus service effective close of business on Friday to limit the potential spread of COVID-19.The suspension will remain in effect until Monday, March 30.At this time, there are still no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Cochise County.“We have been taking measures to completely sanitize all of our buses daily, but they are still confined spaces that fill with many different people throughout the day,
  
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• The Latest: Italy passes China in coronavirus-related deaths

  19-03-2020 18:30
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 227,000 people and killed more than 9,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Italy passes China for most coronavirus-related deaths.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Queen E
  
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• The Latest: Queen urges British people to work together

  19-03-2020 18:16
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 227,000 people and killed more than 9,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Leaders of Russia, China discuss pandemic in call.—UN Secretary-General: World “is at war with a virus.”—Queen Elizab
  
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• Italy overtakes China as country with most coronavirus-related deaths, registering 3,405 dead

  19-03-2020 18:15
  
  MILAN, Italy (AP) — Italy overtakes China as country with most coronavirus-related deaths, registering 3,405 dead.
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• Arizona’s McDonald named an AP Second-Team All-American

  19-03-2020 18:07
  
  TUCSON - Aari McDonald was named a second-team All-American by the Associated Press on Thursday.
  McDonald is also the Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year, Wooden Award Finalist and Ann Meyers Drysdale Award Finalist.
  She led the Pac-12 in both scoring (20.6) and steals (2.3) per game this season.
  One of the best in the nation.@AariMcdonald has been named an AP second-team All-AmericanShe is the first player in Arizona history to be named a second-team All-American or better by the Associated Pre
  
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• Minnesota jury acquits sheriff’s deputy of manslaughter in 2018 shooting death of suicidal man who had a gun

  19-03-2020 17:44
  
  STILLWATER, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota jury acquits sheriff’s deputy of manslaughter in 2018 shooting death of suicidal man who had a gun.
  The post Minnesota jury acquits sheriff’s deputy of manslaughter in 2018 shooting death of suicidal man who had a gun appeared first on KVOA.
  
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• The Latest: Church of England advising smaller weddings

  19-03-2020 17:38
  
  LONDON (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 227,000 people and killed more than 9,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:—Canadian-U.S border likely to close Friday night.—Leaders of Russia, China discuss pandemic in call.—Prince A
  
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• UPDATE: Two More Cases for Pima County, Totaling Seven

  19-03-2020 17:22
  
  Pima County now has seven confirmed cases of Coronavirus, or COVID-19, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services website.
  Maricopa County's cases nearly doubled as well, putting their totals at 22 confirmed, up eight from 14 cases on Thursday, March 18.As of today's Arizona Department of Health Services report, Pima County has seven confirmed cases of COVID-19.…
  
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• The Latest: Canadian-U.S border likely to close Friday

  19-03-2020 17:16
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 227,000 people and killed more than 9,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 84,500 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Canadian-U.S border likely to close Friday night.— Leaders of Russia, China discuss pandemic in call.— Prince Albert II of Monac
  
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• Carondelet’s hospitals implement ‘no visitor’ policy

  19-03-2020 16:23
  
  Carondelet’s hospitals are under a 'no visitors' policy to ensure the safety of its patients and staff amid the coronavirus outbreak.The new policy will take effect on Thursday.Exceptions include:    Labor & Delivery and Postpartum areas of the hospital, patients are limited to one designated visitor, who must remain the same during the course of the patient’s stay. No minors under the age of 16.NICU patients are allowed two visitors, who must remain
  
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• The Latest: Prince Albert II tests positive for virus

  19-03-2020 16:17
  
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Prince Albert II of Monaco tests positive.
  — Greece orders hotels to shut down to combat coronavirus.— Russian health officials say woman died of blood clot, not coronavirus.— Jamaica records first death from the coronavirus.— The coronaviruspandemic has infected 222,000 people and killed more than 9,100. About 84,500 have recovered.___MONTE CARLO, Monaco –The palace of Monaco says Prince Albert II has tested positive for the coronavirus, but
  
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• The Fourth Avenue Street Fair Goes Virtual

  19-03-2020 16:00
  
  After it was canceled amid the growing COVID-19 pandemic, the Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair has a second life online. The Virtual Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair lists the hundreds of would-be vendors in an online map, so visitors can peruse the stalls and check out the sellers' respective websites.The site even allows visitors to organize the fair by categories, such as Fourth Ave. businesses, glassworks, sculpture, wood and more.…
  
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• Coronavirus hits Capitol Hill, two congressmen test positive for COVID-19

  19-03-2020 16:00
  
  (NBC News)  The coronavirus pandemic has hit the U.S. capitol.Florida Representative Mario Diaz Balart and Utah Representative Ben McAdams have both tested positive for the COVID-19 virus.News of their positive tests came shortly after the Senate passed an economic relief bill that will provide some workers with sick leave and offer free coronavirus testing.Another stimulus package now in the works will provide bailouts to suffering industries, as well as send checks directly to taxpayers i
  
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• Claytoonz: Jump For Trump

  19-03-2020 16:00
  
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• The Latest: Greece orders most hotels shut down

  19-03-2020 15:57
  
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Greece orders hotels to shut down to combat coronavirus.— Russian health officials say woman died of blood clot, not coronavirus.— Jamaica records first death from the coronavirus.— The coronaviruspandemic has infected 222,000 people and killed more than 9,100. About 84,500 have recovered.___ATHENS, Greece — The government of Greece is ordering hotels to shut as part of measures to combat the spread of the new coronavirus.
  The Tourism Ministry says
  
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• Coronavirus: Ventilators in short supply

  19-03-2020 15:49
  
  (NBC News) An increasingly dire warning from those on the front lines in the fight against COVID-19 coronavirus: Protective clothing, masks and ventilators are in dangerously short supply.In response, President Trump is exercising a wartime power, the Defense Production Act, to draft American factories into producing critical equipment before it's too late.FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is now activated at its highest level, and two Navy hospital ships are getting ready to head t
  
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• Palace says Prince Albert of Monaco tests positive for new coronavirus

  19-03-2020 15:48
  
  PARIS (AP) — Palace says Prince Albert of Monaco tests positive for new coronavirus.
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