COVID-19 death toll in US has surpassed the number of Americans killed in WWI
The number of COVID-19 deaths in the United States has surpassed the number of Americans who were killed during WWI, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
The number of COVID-19 deaths in the United States has surpassed the number of Americans who were killed during WWI, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
Census survey: Younger people, low-income households facing food, financial struggles amid pandemic
The data comes from a U.S. Census Household Pulse Survey that was released on June 17.
The data comes from a U.S. Census Household Pulse Survey that was released on June 17.
Atlanta HBCU Alumni Alliance offers relief grants to students in honor of restaurateur
The beloved owner of Murrell's Café, an HBCU alumni who died this past April from COVID-19 is being honored through the establishment of new relief grants for Atlanta’s HBCU students.
The beloved owner of Murrell's Café, an HBCU alumni who died this past April from COVID-19 is being honored through the establishment of new relief grants for Atlanta’s HBCU students.
Surging US virus cases raise fear that progress is slipping
Coronavirus cases in Florida surpassed 100,000 on Monday, part of an alarming surge across the South and West as states reopen for business and many Americans resist wearing masks or keeping their distance from others.
Coronavirus cases in Florida surpassed 100,000 on Monday, part of an alarming surge across the South and West as states reopen for business and many Americans resist wearing masks or keeping their distance from others.
Small businesses could receive second PPP loan under new proposal
Bill introduction comes as Congress, White House grapple with a fourth coronavirus aid package to help US economy.
Bill introduction comes as Congress, White House grapple with a fourth coronavirus aid package to help US economy.
The week in numbers: 4M recoveries, 34,000 new cases in a day and a potential $1 COVID-19 drug
As one milestone was marked in global recoveries, another more worrisome one was reported in Brazil.
As one milestone was marked in global recoveries, another more worrisome one was reported in Brazil.
Comedian DL Hughley COVID-19 positive after fainting onstage
Comedian D.L. Hughley announced he tested positive for COVID-19 after collapsing onstage during a performance in Nashville, Tennessee.
Comedian D.L. Hughley announced he tested positive for COVID-19 after collapsing onstage during a performance in Nashville, Tennessee.
87-year-old Korean War veteran wins battle with COVID-19
After more than two-and-a-half months in the hospital, an 87-year-old Korean War veteran from Houston has beat coronavirus COVID-19 and reunited with his children three days before Father’s Day.
After more than two-and-a-half months in the hospital, an 87-year-old Korean War veteran from Houston has beat coronavirus COVID-19 and reunited with his children three days before Father’s Day.
Arnold Schwarzenegger says anyone making COVID-19 masks ‘a political issue is an absolute moron’
“If we all wear masks, we will slow down the spread and can reopen safely,” the former California governor said.
“If we all wear masks, we will slow down the spread and can reopen safely,” the former California governor said.
As US remains stuck in 1st coronavirus wave, Harvard expert says 'it’s probably not even halftime'
Getting tested, wearing a mask and physical distancing remain critical, experts say.
Getting tested, wearing a mask and physical distancing remain critical, experts say.
Apple re-closes some stores, raising economic concerns
Seven of the Apple stores that are closing again are in Arizona.
Seven of the Apple stores that are closing again are in Arizona.
Navy upholds firing of carrier captain in coronavirus outbreak
The official said the Navy also extended the blame for the ship's pandemic crisis, delaying the promotion of the one-star admiral who was also onboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt — concluding that both men made serious errors in judgment.
The official said the Navy also extended the blame for the ship's pandemic crisis, delaying the promotion of the one-star admiral who was also onboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt — concluding that both men made serious errors in judgment.
Over 3,800 new coronavirus cases in reported in Florida; yet another record increase
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,822 since yesterday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 89,748.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,822 since yesterday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 89,748.
AMC Theaters reverses course on masks after backlash
AMC Theaters CEO Adam Aron said Friday that its theaters will require patrons to wear masks upon reopening.
AMC Theaters CEO Adam Aron said Friday that its theaters will require patrons to wear masks upon reopening.
No pending evictions in struggling community despite high unemployment
Affordable housing in metro Atlanta comes at a premium. So, while it’s good news that the state’s unemployment figures have dropped nearly three percent since April, families are still in jeopardy of losing their homes.
Affordable housing in metro Atlanta comes at a premium. So, while it’s good news that the state’s unemployment figures have dropped nearly three percent since April, families are still in jeopardy of losing their homes.
Heat, virus no deterrent for Trump fans camped outside Tulsa arena
The groups gathering in Tulsa are taking loyalty to a new level, though some called the coronavirus threat "an exaggeration."
The groups gathering in Tulsa are taking loyalty to a new level, though some called the coronavirus threat "an exaggeration."
Cuomo considering quarantine for Florida visitors
Governor Andrew Cuomo is considering imposing a quarantine on people traveling to New York from Florida as a result of soaring COVID-19 cases in the Sunshine State.
Governor Andrew Cuomo is considering imposing a quarantine on people traveling to New York from Florida as a result of soaring COVID-19 cases in the Sunshine State.
How to ease mask-related skin problems
Wearing a mask is a must for many Americans, but covering your face in the summer heat can wreak havoc on your skin.
Wearing a mask is a must for many Americans, but covering your face in the summer heat can wreak havoc on your skin.
Georgia jobless rate falls in May as some return to work
Georgia’s jobless rate fell to 9.7% in May from 12.6% in April as nearly 150,000 workers reported being back on the job.
Georgia’s jobless rate fell to 9.7% in May from 12.6% in April as nearly 150,000 workers reported being back on the job.
US mortgage rates fall; 30-year at all-time low of 3.13%
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates fell this week as the benchmark 30-year home loan reached a new all-time low.
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates fell this week as the benchmark 30-year home loan reached a new all-time low.