Washington, Oregon, Nevada and California form COVID-19 vaccine review team
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- As researchers work to find a viable vaccine for COVID-19, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and California joined a work group to oversee the efficacy of a vaccine, if it were to be approved by the FDA. WATCH: Gov.…
The somber signs of the pandemic are returning: new restrictions, packed ICUs and refrigerated units for bodies
When the coronavirus pandemic hit its first peak in the spring, it took a dramatic toll on the nation: States ordered their residents to stay at home to control the surge. Patients packed into overcrowded hospitals. And millions lost their jobs.
Surviving 2020's election countdown with your sanity intact
As Americans struggle to keep their footing between the jarring left and right hooks of climbing Covid-19 cases and high unemployment -- as well as the constant jab of racial inequality, climate change and escalating health care costs -- the upcoming election may seem like yet another body blow in a 10-round boxing match.
In just a week, the fall coronavirus surge added nearly half a million cases to the US total
In just one week, the fall surge in Covid-19 infections added nearly half a million cases to the national total.
Governor moves Idaho back to Stage 3 as cases, hospitalizations rise
BOISE, Idaho — Governor Brad Little announced that the entire state of Idaho will move back to Stage 3 of the Idaho Rebounds plan at midnight on Tuesday. “Last week, things changed for the worst. Idaho is at a critical…
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Tri-Cities surpasses 10,000 COVID-19 cases
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- The Benton-Franklin Health District put out a Monday update on Tri-Cities COVID-19 cases: 124 new cases in Benton County 83 new cases in Franklin County No new deaths in either county You can compare this Monday's new…
The US had more daily Covid-19 cases in the past week than ever before. And no, it's not just due to more testing
Another day, another dreadful record broken in the Covid-19 pandemic.
US hits highest 7-day average of coronavirus cases since the pandemic began
The latest surge of Covid-19 infections has pushed the seven-day average of new daily cases to heights not seen since the pandemic began.
Fact-checking Trump's exaggerated claims that Democratic-run states are 'shut down'
President Donald Trump keeps saying that Democratic-run states are "closed" or "shut down."
US reports second highest day of coronavirus cases since the pandemic began. The highest day was Friday
As the fall surge continues, the United States has reported its second highest day of new Covid-19 cases, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
US reports second highest day of coronavirus cases since the pandemic began. The highest day was Friday
As the fall surge continues, the United States has reported its second highest day of new Covid-19 cases, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
Umatilla County workplace coronavirus outbreaks among worst in state
UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. - Workplace coronavirus outbreaks are on the rise in Oregon, especially in Umatilla County. The Oregon Health Authority lists outbreaks at workplaces that have…
Fauci says it might be time to mandate masks as Covid-19 surges across US
Dr. Anthony Fauci has been reluctant to support a federal mask mandate.
Bilingualism is good medicine for the brain
Shortly after Kathy Jones relocated to California, the retired professor decided she needed to learn to speak Spanish.
