Fauci cautions MLB against extending season into October amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

MLB players hoped to play through until at least November, but owners believe the already-shortened season should only go on until October. Dr. Anthony Fauci said the major leagues would be wise to wrap up the postseason in September.

Georgia issues 3rd COVID-19-related evictions hold

Renters in danger of losing their place to live are getting another reprieve. The Georgia Supreme Court has extended for the third time the judicial emergency, which means a temporary halt to evictions. 

Coronavirus: 16 people test positive after night out at Florida bar

Bars were allowed to reopen on June 5 after Florida closed nonessential businesses in April amid the coronavirus pandemic.

China's new coronavirus outbreak raises fears for rest of the world

China raised its emergency warning to its second-highest level and canceled more than 60% of the flights to Beijing on Wednesday amid a new coronavirus outbreak in the capital. It was a sharp pullback for the nation that declared victory over COVID-19 in March and a message to the rest of the world about how tenacious the virus really is.

Businesses ask patrons to waive right to sue if they get ill

As businesses reopen across the U.S. after coronavirus shutdowns, many are requiring customers and workers to sign forms saying they won’t sue if they catch COVID-19.

NIH tests cancer drug that might help treat some of the worst symptoms of COVID-19

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), researchers reported that a cancer drug has been found the relieve some of the harshest symptoms in patients with COVID-19.

Dental practices reopen to routine care amid both relief and caution

Dental practices across Georgia are reopening for routine care. But one dentist warns, "These are obviously not normal times."

Georgia Power offers payback plan for those hit financially by COVID-19

Georgia Power announced on Tuesday it is willing to work with customers hit financially by the coronavirus pandemic. The power company is rolling out a special payment plan to help past-due account balances that accumulated over the past few months.

Canada, US and Mexico extend border restrictions to July 21

The U.S., Canada and Mexico have agreed to extend their agreements to keep their shared borders closed to non-essential travel to July 21 during the coronavirus pandemic.

Two medical students write children's book to explain why we've been staying home

How do you explain to your child why we are staying home during the pandemic and what coronavirus is? A new book written by two medical students could help with that.

First drug proves able to improve survival from COVID-19

The drug was given either orally or through an IV. It reduced deaths by 35% in patients who needed treatment with breathing machines and by 20% in those only needing supplemental oxygen. It did not appear to help less ill patients.

Atlanta protestors line up to get tested for coronavirus

As thousands of protestors hit the streets of Atlanta, one non-profit is trying to help marchers get tested for the novel coronavirus.