'No evidence' that recovered COVID-19 patients cannot be reinfected: W.H.O.

The World Health Organization (WHO) says that there was currently “no evidence” that people who have recovered from COVID-19 and have antibodies are protected from a second coronavirus infection.

South Florida shop makes face masks from alligator, python, iguana skins

A South Florida man is making stylish face masks that could help the environment. Brian Wood says pythons are invasive species that he hunts and turns into masks.

Woodstock teen with special needs gets birthday surprise

A Woodstock teen with special needs got a wonderful birthday surprise that left her family crying tears of joy on Friday.

Georgia barber staying closed after surviving COVID-19

A barber for more than 30-years, Michael Smith said he strongly disagrees with Governor Brian Kemp's decision to allow barbershops, including his own, to reopen Friday.

Pastors, activists target black community in #StayHome movement

Flanked by several members of Atlanta's Black clergy leaders, Rev. Timothy McDonald called on black churches to remain closed as the state reopens during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tennessee men caught price-gouging nearly 18,000 bottles of hand sanitizer avoid fines with donation

Two Tennessee brothers accused of price gouging and hording a stockpile of nearly 18,000 bottles of hand sanitizer amid supply shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic avoided criminal punishment after reaching a settlement with the state attorney general’s office Tuesday. 

Nurse asks: ‘Is the hair appointment so you can look good while you’re in the casket?’

A Texas nurse has a stark warning for people considering visiting reopened businesses as states like Georgia and Oklahoma begin to ease social distancing guidelines despite warnings from health experts. 

Florida Keys won't reopen to tourists in May

Leaders down in the Florida Keys announced Friday they will continue to remain closed to visitors through the month of May.

Trump claims comment about injecting disinfectants was ‘sarcastic’ after backlash

Trump’s comment about the possibility that disinfectants could be injected or ingested to fight COVID-19 received backlash from health officials and the maker of Lysol.

Navy recommends reinstatement of fired USS Theodore Roosevelt captain over coronavirus warning

The Navy has recommended the reinstatement of Navy Capt. Brett Crozier fired for sending a fraught email to commanders pleading for faster action to protect his crew from a coronavirus outbreak.

First lady Melania Trump sends gifts to hospitals dealing with coronavirus

Melania Trump is sending blankets, caps and other gifts to hospitals in 10 states, including some hit hardest by the new coronavirus outbreak, for use by medical staff and children who are patients.

FDA warns against use of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 outside of hospitals, clinical trials

The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about the antimalarial drugs after it became aware of reported heart risks. Both have been embraced by Trump and others as a potential COVID-19 treatment.

Atlanta mayor responds to governor, creates advisory council on reopening the city

On the same day Georgia Governor Brian Kemp made his plans to reopen the state known, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said she was creating an advisory board for reopening Atlanta.