• State of AZ Prison Guard: "Once the Coronavirus Hits, Then It's Gonna Be Hell"

    State of AZ Prison Guard: "Once the Coronavirus Hits, Then It's Gonna Be Hell"
    While there are currently no known cases of COVID-19 in Arizona’s 16 prisons, it’s an ideal breeding ground for the novel coronavirus that is now sweeping across the United States:
    But with personal protective gear such as masks and gloves in short supply everywhere, the Arizona Department of Corrections is actively discouraging the guards and other prison staff from using it.A correctional officer who works inside the Arizona State Prison Complex in Tucson shared multiple emails fr
  • Local Chefs Ask For Help: Order Takeout Once A Week for Our Survival

    Local Chefs Ask For Help: Order Takeout Once A Week for Our Survival
    The Tucson restaurant community is asking for your help to keep our UNESCO city of gastronomy alive by ordering takeout once a week.In a new video released on YouTube this morning, four restaurateurs—The Parish's Travis Peters, Senae Thai’s Dee Buizer, El Taco Rustico’s Juan Almanza and Tanque Verde Ranch’s Janet Balderas—urge you to visit a local eatery for a takeout meal once a week."With everything that we're going through right now, we need t
  • The Latest: Toronto to fine people for not distancing

    The Latest: Toronto to fine people for not distancing
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Trump administration finalizing recommendationfor widespread wearing of masks.— Passengers on two cruise ships allowed to disembark in Florida.— Number of coronavirus cases worldwide tops 1 million.___TORONTO — The mayor of Canada
  • AP source: Chicago mayor to name former Dallas police Chief David Brown to lead the Chicago Police Department

    AP source: Chicago mayor to name former Dallas police Chief David Brown to lead the Chicago Police Department
    CHICAGO (AP) — AP source: Chicago mayor to name former Dallas police Chief David Brown to lead the Chicago Police Department.
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  • Federal judge refuses to postpone Wisconsin’s presidential primary but extends absentee voting window

    Federal judge refuses to postpone Wisconsin’s presidential primary but extends absentee voting window
    MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Federal judge refuses to postpone Wisconsin’s presidential primary but extends absentee voting window.
    The post Federal judge refuses to postpone Wisconsin’s presidential primary but extends absentee voting window appeared first on KVOA.
  • The Latest: US to recommend widespread wearing of masks

    The Latest: US to recommend widespread wearing of masks
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Trump administration finalizing recommendationfor widespread wearing of masks.— Number of coronavirus cases worldwide tops 1 million.— United Nations chief says non-payment of dues exacerbated by pandemic.— Feds propose fine for S
  • Arizona Pest Control offers disinfectant services

    Arizona Pest Control offers disinfectant services
    Arizona Pest Control is now offering disinfectant services to businesses and homes with Nisus DSV.DSV has been certified by the EPA to kill COVID-19. It is also certified to kill the following pathogens on hard surfaces.
    Human coronavirus, hantavirus, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C virus, Type 1 Virus (ATCC VR 260), HIV-1, Influenza A, Influenza A H1N1 Virus.
    For more information, visit www.azpest.com or call 520.886-7378.The post Arizona Pest Control offers disinfectant services appeared first on KVO
  • The Latest: Confirmed virus cases worldwide top 1 million

    The Latest: Confirmed virus cases worldwide top 1 million
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Number of coronavirus cases worldwide tops 1 million.— United Nations chief says non-payment of dues exacerbated by pandemic.— Feds propose fine for Seattle-area nursing home where at least 40 died.— U.S. calls for governments to
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  • Energy stocks lead U.S. markets higher as the price of oil soars 25% on hopes for a truce in Saudi-Russia price war

    Energy stocks lead U.S. markets higher as the price of oil soars 25% on hopes for a truce in Saudi-Russia price war
    NEW YORK (AP) — Energy stocks lead U.S. markets higher as the price of oil soars 25% on hopes for a truce in Saudi-Russia price war.
    The post Energy stocks lead U.S. markets higher as the price of oil soars 25% on hopes for a truce in Saudi-Russia price war appeared first on KVOA.
  • Here's What You Can Do in the Outdoors During the Outbreak in Pima County

    Here's What You Can Do in the Outdoors During the Outbreak in Pima County
    Tucsonans can’t go to a concert, a gym or a movie, but those who want to get out of the house while maintaining “social distancing” can still enjoy the myriad trails in the region.But don’t expect to hang out under a ramada or let the kids climb on a playground.With so few other options for getting out of the house, people have been flocking to the parks, which must remain open as an “essential service” under the stay-at-home order issued by Gov. Doug this we
  • HSSAZ to hold pet food donation drive

    HSSAZ to hold pet food donation drive
    TUCSON - A local animal shelter is asking for the public's support amid the coronavirus crisis.
    The Humane Society of Southern Arizona is holding a pet food donation drive for families in need.
    "We are asking for contributions of unopened pet food that we will then pass out at our monthly pet food distribution date," the shelter said.
    Donations can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at HSSA Main Campus, 635 W. Roger Rd and HSSA Thrift Store, 5311 E. Speedway Blvd.
    Fo
  • Confirmed cases of coronavirus top 1 million worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University tally

    Confirmed cases of coronavirus top 1 million worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University tally
    NEW YORK (AP) — Confirmed cases of coronavirus top 1 million worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University tally.
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  • Holy Week services to be live-streamed

    Holy Week services to be live-streamed
    TUCSON - There will be no Holy Week services in Catholic churches this year to help stop the spread of COVID-19.Online liturgies will be live-streamed on Bishop Edward J. Weisenburger's Facebook page.
    Here's the schedule:Passion “Palm” Sunday, April 5, at 10 a.m. Holy Thursday, April 9, Mass of the Lord’s Supper, at 7 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy, April 10, at 3 p.m. There will be no service on Holy Saturday. Easter Sunday, April 12, 9 a.m., English Bilingual Easter Sunday Mass: 10
  • The Latest: UN facing cash crisis, made worse by pandemic

    The Latest: UN facing cash crisis, made worse by pandemic
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— United Nations chief says non-payment of dues exacerbated by pandemic.— Feds propose fine for Seattle-area nursing home where at least 40 died.— U.S. calls for governments to release people jailed for practicing religion.— Louisia
  • Diamond Center May concerts postponed due to COVID-19

    Diamond Center May concerts postponed due to COVID-19
    TUCSON - Diamond Center announced Thursday that it has postponed its May concerts due to concerns with COVID-19.According to Desert Diamond Casino officials, the events that will be postponed are listed below.Runaway June, originally scheduled for May 2Ladies of the 80’s, originally scheduled for May 23.The free 4th Annual Waila Celebration at Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita, originally scheduled for May 16.“Given the public health emergency, we have had to reschedule our May pe
  • The Latest: Feds propose fine for Seattle-area nursing home

    The Latest: Feds propose fine for Seattle-area nursing home
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Feds propose fine for Seattle-area nursing home where at least 40 died.— U.S. calls for governments to release people jailed for practicing religion.— Louisiana has 42% spike in virus cases as backlogged test results pour in.___SEATTLE
  • County Health Director: We Need Retired Nurses To Return To Work

    County Health Director: We Need Retired Nurses To Return To Work
    Dr. Bob England, Pima County Health director, delivered a plea today to the community’s healthcare professionals: We need your help.England asked any nurse, nursing assistant or related professional who has spare time, was laid off or furloughed to contact the county to offer aid.“If you were one of those folks and you got furloughed and you have time on your hands, your community needs you now like ever before,” England said in his daily YouTube update on the outbreak.In his
  • The Latest: NATO military leader to work on virus response

    The Latest: NATO military leader to work on virus response
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— U.S. calls for governments to release people jailed for practicing religion.— Louisiana has 42% spike in virus cases as backlogged test results pour in.— Italy adds 760 to death toll as new infections continue leveling off.___BRUSSELS &
  • Wave of layoff claims hit Arizona unemployment agency

    Wave of layoff claims hit Arizona unemployment agency
    GLENDALE, Ariz (AP) — A tidal wave of unemployment claims triggered by mass coronavirus-related layoffs has inundated Arizona's unemployment insurance office, triggering telephone and internet filing glitches and processing delays that the agency promised to work through as quickly as possible.Some callers have received repeated busy signals when they tried to call the agency or have been kicked off the state website while trying to apply for benefits because the massive traffic increase h
  • AP-NORC poll: Half of working Americans say they or a household member have lost income due to the coronavirus pandemic

    AP-NORC poll: Half of working Americans say they or a household member have lost income due to the coronavirus pandemic
    WASHINGTON (AP) — AP-NORC poll: Half of working Americans say they or a household member have lost income due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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  • Migrant dies after riot at immigration detention center in Mexico

    Migrant dies after riot at immigration detention center in Mexico
    MEXICO CITY (AP) — A Guatemalan migrant is dead following a riot at an immigration detention center in Mexico where detainees burned mattresses to protest conditions that they say could expose them to the new coronavirus.The Guatemalan consul in Mexico's Gulf coast state of Tabasco on Wednesday confirmed the man's death the previous day. According to a local migrant shelter, the riot broke out because migrants were tired of long periods of detention and fear that overcrowding and poor san
  • The Latest: US asks for release of those jailed for religion

    The Latest: US asks for release of those jailed for religion
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— U.S. calls for governments to release people jailed for practicing religion.— Louisiana has 42% spike in virus cases as backlogged test results pour in.— Italy adds 760 to death toll as new infections continue leveling off.___WASHINGTON
  • COVID-19 deaths grow to 11 in Pima County

    COVID-19 deaths grow to 11 in Pima County
    TUCSON - The COVID-19 death toll in Pima County has risen to 11, according to the latest numbers released by Pima County Thursday.On Thursday, Arizona Department of Health Services released the latest numbers in the state regarding positive cases of COVID-19, reporting that Pima County alone has 237 confirmed cases of the disease.While details about the latest cases have not yet been released, Pima County reported that there were 11 deaths in the county, last reporting 1
  • Ducey: Order allows certain prescription refills without trip to doctor’s office

    Ducey: Order allows certain prescription refills without trip to doctor’s office
    PHOENIX⁠ — Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order Thursday that allows pharmacists to dispense emergency refills while avoiding a trip to the doctor's office.Under the order, Arizonans would be able to receive a refill on their medication for up to 180 days, according to a news release.
    “We want to make sure our seniors and vulnerable populations are staying safe and physically distancing to the greatest extent possible, while having access to needed medications,&r
  • Candidates Are Scrambling To Get Signatures To Run for Elías Seat on Board of Supes

    Candidates Are Scrambling To Get Signatures To Run for Elías Seat on Board of Supes
    There are now six candidates running for the Pima County Board of Supervisors District 5 seat—and they have less than five days until the signatures are due at 5 p.m. on Monday, April 6.…
  • Pima’s Holthaus named Region’s top coach

    Pima’s Holthaus named Region’s top coach
    Todd Holthaus celebrates winning the Division II Region I championship on the road at Mesa (Photo courtesy: Pima Athletics)Tucson – Pima Women’s Basketball head coach Todd Holthaus has been named NJCAA Region I West District Coach of the Year for the sixth time (2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2019). Holthaus led the Aztecs (25-7) to a sixth NJCAA Region I, Division II championship this past season. Holthaus has a record of 292-136 in his 13 years at Pima. 
  • The Latest: Louisiana has 42% spike in confirmed virus cases

    The Latest: Louisiana has 42% spike in confirmed virus cases
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Louisiana has 42% spike in virus cases as backlogged test results pour in.— Italy adds 760 to death toll as new infections continue leveling off.— Trudeau concerned about reports medical supplies set for Canada have been diverted to U.S
  • The Latest: Dutch urge tourists to stay away during Easter

    The Latest: Dutch urge tourists to stay away during Easter
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Italy adds 760 to death toll as new infections continue leveling off.— Trudeau concerned about reports medical supplies set for Canada have been diverted to U.S.
    — Ferry in Greece has 119 people aboard with confirmed coronavirus cases._
  • The Latest: Italy reports 760 more deaths from virus

    The Latest: Italy reports 760 more deaths from virus
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Italy adds 760 to death toll as new infections continue leveling off.— Trudeau concerned about reports medical supplies set for Canada have been diverted to U.S.
    — Ferry in Greece has 119 people aboard with confirmed coronavirus cases._
  • Your Southern AZ Coronavirus PM Roundup: 29 Now Dead Statewide, Confirmed Cases Hit 1,413; It's April 1 and the Rent Is Due for Struggling Restaurants; UA/PAG Want Your Ideas for a COVID-19 Testing Booth; Loft Is Streaming 'Plan 9 From Outer Space'

    Your Southern AZ Coronavirus PM Roundup: 29 Now Dead Statewide, Confirmed Cases Hit 1,413; It's April 1 and the Rent Is Due for Struggling Restaurants; UA/PAG Want Your Ideas for a COVID-19 Testing Booth; Loft Is Streaming 'Plan 9 From Outer Space'
    Here are the stories we've been following today:• Pima County had 217 of the state's 1,431 confirmed COVID-19 cases, according to the morning report from the Arizona Department of Health Services. A total of 29 people have died in Arizona from COVID-19, including 10 in Pima County.• It's April 1 and the rent is due for local restaurants that have been hammered by the COVID-19 outbreak.• The UA and Pima Association of Governments is accepting your ideas of how to build an inexpensi
  • Your Southern AZ Coronavirus AM Roundup: Confirmed Cases Near 1,600 in AZ as COVID-19 Kills 32; Stay at Home Order Remains in Place

    Your Southern AZ Coronavirus AM Roundup: Confirmed Cases Near 1,600 in AZ as COVID-19 Kills 32; Stay at Home Order Remains in Place
    The coronavirus had killed 32 people statewide, including 10 in Pima County, as of Thursday, April 2, according to the morning report from the Arizona Department of Health Services.…
  • The Latest: Trudeau: Supplies for Canada diverted to U.S.

    The Latest: Trudeau: Supplies for Canada diverted to U.S.
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Trudeau concerned about reports medical supplies set for Canada have been diverted to U.S.
    — Ferry in Greece has 119 people aboard with confirmed coronavirus cases.— Washington, D.C., reports 67 new positive infections of coronavirus.
    _
  • LATEST: 1,598 cases of COVID-19 reported in Arizona, 32 deaths

    LATEST: 1,598 cases of COVID-19 reported in Arizona, 32 deaths
    MGN
    PHOENIX - Health officials reported Thursday morning that there are 1,598 COVID-19 cases in Arizona.Two hundred and thirty-seven of those cases are reported in Pima County.Officials also reported 32 deaths in connection to the virus.Five hundred and twenty-seven cases are people between the ages of 20-44.According to data from AZDHS, 21, 058 people have been tested in Arizona, 94% of the results were negative.
    On March 31, Gov. Doug Ducey's 'Stay-at-Home' order went into effect at 5 p.m. Th
  • Cave Creek food bank asks for community assistance

    Cave Creek food bank asks for community assistance
    Foothill Food Bank and Resource Center in Cave Creek is in need of community assistance.
    The center provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale and north Phoenix.Items needed:-water
    -soup: creamy, chunky, broth (all kinds)
    -pasta sauce
    -paper towels,
    -laundr
  • The Latest: D.C. reports 67 new cases of COVID-19

    The Latest: D.C. reports 67 new cases of COVID-19
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Washington, D.C., reports 67 new positive infections of coronavirus.
    — Mayor of Milan says reopening of city will be in phases.
    — Hoarding and price gouging task force finds 192,000 N-95 masks to ship to NY and NJ.___WASHINGTON —
  • Pima County: Core functions remain open, operating with changes

    Pima County: Core functions remain open, operating with changes
    PIMA COUNTY, Ariz. -- Core functions of Pima County remain open. However, many departments have changed hours of operation, switched to online or telephonic services, or require appointments.These service changes are done in compliance with Gov. Doug Ducey’s March 30 Stay Home Executive Order, which has limited services available to protect public health during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Health Department has consolidated clinic operations and has temporarily closed North Clinic, loca
  • The Latest: FBI task force finds large supply of PPE

    The Latest: FBI task force finds large supply of PPE
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Hoarding and price gouging task force finds 192,000 N-95 masks to ship to NY and NJ.
    — Puerto Rico authorities bust barbershop operating during curfew.
    — Red Cross trailer loaded with emergency supplies stolen from Southern California o
  • Iran’s parliament says speaker Ali Larijani has tested positive for the new coronavirus and is in quarantine

    Iran’s parliament says speaker Ali Larijani has tested positive for the new coronavirus and is in quarantine
    TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s parliament says speaker Ali Larijani has tested positive for the new coronavirus and is in quarantine.
    The post Iran’s parliament says speaker Ali Larijani has tested positive for the new coronavirus and is in quarantine appeared first on KVOA.
  • Son: Jazz great Ellis Marsalis Jr. dead, 85; COVID involved

    Son: Jazz great Ellis Marsalis Jr. dead,  85; COVID involved
    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Ellis Marsalis Jr., the jazz pianist, teacher and patriarch of a New Orleans musical clan, died late Wednesday from pneumonia brought on by the new coronavirus, leaving six sons and a deep legacy. He was 85.“My dad was a giant of a musician and teacher, but an even greater father. He poured everything he had into making us the best of what we could be,” Branford said.
    Four of the jazz patriarch’s six sons are musicians: Wynton, a Pulitzer- and Grammy-wi
  • Einstein Bros. Bagels launches Family Meals, available for pick up due to coronavirus

    Einstein Bros. Bagels launches Family Meals, available for pick up due to coronavirus
    TUCSON – Einstein Bros. Bagels is launching a meals program
    to “reduce at-home stress” during the COVID-19 crisis.Family Meals are available now through take-out. You can
    order using the Einstein Bros. app or by calling your local store.
    Courtesy: Einstein Bro. Bagels
    Here are the meals:Hot & Ready Brunch Box: Feeds six to eight people, $29.99A made-to-order box for families looking for a treat after a
    hard week of working from home and/or home schooling, this box includes
  • President Vladimir Putin orders most Russians to stay off work until the end of April due to the coronavirus

    President Vladimir Putin orders most Russians to stay off work until the end of April due to the coronavirus
    MOSCOW (AP) — President Vladimir Putin orders most Russians to stay off work until the end of April due to the coronavirus.
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  • The Latest: UK’s Johnson still has symptoms of coronavirus

    The Latest: UK’s Johnson still has symptoms of coronavirus
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— British Prime Minister Boris Johnson still showing symptomsof coronavirus.
    — Vatican records its 7th coronavirus case and extends partial lockdown until May 4.— FEMA requests 100,000 body bags from Defense Logistics Agency.
    — Toky
  • Trump resists national shutdown, leaving it up to states

    Trump resists national shutdown, leaving it up to states
    WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is resisting calls to issue a national stay-at-home order to stem the spread of the new coronavirus.
    This is despite his administration's projections that tens of thousands of Americans are likely to be killed by the disease.
    One by one, though, states are increasingly pushing shutdown orders of their own.
    On Wednesday alone, three more states — Florida, Nevada, and Pennsylvania — added or expanded their stay-at-home orders.
    The resistan
  • Stocks open slightly higher even after applications for unemployment benefits surge as millions of jobs are lost

    Stocks open slightly higher even after applications for unemployment benefits surge as millions of jobs are lost
    NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks open slightly higher even after applications for unemployment benefits surge as millions of jobs are lost.
    The post Stocks open slightly higher even after applications for unemployment benefits surge as millions of jobs are lost appeared first on KVOA.
  • The Latest: Tokyo reports single-day surge in infections

    The Latest: Tokyo reports single-day surge in infections
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Tokyo has record single-day surge in coronavirus infections.
    — Germany takes in more than 100 coronavirus patients from Italy and France.
    — Libya’s east-based government extends curfew until April 8.
    ___TOKYO — Tokyo has rep
  • Local business offers free car wash for medical, public safety workers, first responders

    Local business offers free car wash for medical, public safety workers, first responders
    MGN
    TUCSON –A local business is stepping up to thank frontline
    workers starting on Friday.Twisted Metal Paint & Body Shop and Collision Center is
    offering a free car wash to all medical staff, public safety workers and first
    responders.
    “We understand that your vehicle, is NOT at the top of your
    list of priorities,” the shop wrote on a Facebook post. “However, we feel that
    this is our way to give back to you!”The shop is offering free air pressure checks, exter
  • A record 6.6 million seek US jobless aid as layoffs mount

    A record 6.6 million seek US jobless aid as layoffs mount
    WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 6.6 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, far exceeding a record high set just last week, a sign that layoffs are accelerating in the midst of the coronavirus.
    The job cuts are mounting against the backdrop of economies in the United States and abroad that have almost certainly sunk into a severe recession as businesses close across the world.
    Last week's figure is much higher than the previous record of 3.3 million reported for the prev
  • US unemployment claims hit 6.6 million — another record high — as layoffs accelerate in face of coronavirus

    US unemployment claims hit 6.6 million — another record high — as layoffs accelerate in face of coronavirus
    WASHINGTON (AP) — US unemployment claims hit 6.6 million — another record high — as layoffs accelerate in face of coronavirus.
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  • The Latest: Russia: U.S. paid for half of medical supplies

    The Latest: Russia: U.S. paid for half of medical supplies
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Russian Foreign Ministry: U.S. paid for half of medical supplies sent from Russia.
    — Portugal extends state of emergency another 2 weeks.
    — World Medical Association says China’s figures on the new coronavirus infections aren&rsqu
  • The Latest: World Medical Assoc. dismisses China’s figures

    The Latest: World Medical Assoc. dismisses China’s figures
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:—
    — World Medical Association says China’s figures on the new coronavirus infections aren’t credible.— Puerto Rico says 4-year-old girl has COVID-19.
    — Greece bans swimming in the ocean, speargun fishing and waters ports

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