FBI discovers promised stockpile of 39 million masks was a scam
A major California labor union that claimed to have discovered a stockpile of 39 million masks for health care workers fighting the coronavirus was duped in an elaborate scam uncovered by FBI investigators, according to a newspaper report Sunday.
A major California labor union that claimed to have discovered a stockpile of 39 million masks for health care workers fighting the coronavirus was duped in an elaborate scam uncovered by FBI investigators, according to a newspaper report Sunday.
Excessive drinking during coronavirus lockdowns could weaken immune system, experts say
The doctor said that heavier drinking "dampen" all of your body's systems, including the immune system, making it harder for your body to fight off viruses like COVID-19.
The doctor said that heavier drinking "dampen" all of your body's systems, including the immune system, making it harder for your body to fight off viruses like COVID-19.
Grocery store workers are key during the virus. And they’re afraid
From South Africa to Italy to the U.S., grocery workers — many in low-wage jobs — are manning the frontlines amid worldwide lockdowns, their work deemed essential to keep food and critical goods flowing.
From South Africa to Italy to the U.S., grocery workers — many in low-wage jobs — are manning the frontlines amid worldwide lockdowns, their work deemed essential to keep food and critical goods flowing.
Hundreds of Atlanta Medical Center staffers served Easter dinner
A local business gave back to over 250 health care workers at Atlanta Medical Center, by serving Easter dinner.
A local business gave back to over 250 health care workers at Atlanta Medical Center, by serving Easter dinner.
Georgia World Congress Center becomes temporary care facility
The vacant space at the Georgia World Congress Center is aiding in the fight against COVID-19.
The vacant space at the Georgia World Congress Center is aiding in the fight against COVID-19.
Tampa man whose motorcycle was stolen while making PPE for healthcare workers gets new set of wheels
Michael Guinn has a new set of wheels thanks to the owner of Full Throttle magazine. Giunn has been working non-stop on 3D printing thousands of PPE masks for healthcare workers in area hospitals. Last Wednesday, when he ran home to grab more supplies, he noticed his motorcycle was gone.
Michael Guinn has a new set of wheels thanks to the owner of Full Throttle magazine. Giunn has been working non-stop on 3D printing thousands of PPE masks for healthcare workers in area hospitals. Last Wednesday, when he ran home to grab more supplies, he noticed his motorcycle was gone.
Long Beach car club throws parade to celebrate 105th birthday of WWII vet
It’s a birthday he might never forget.
It’s a birthday he might never forget.
Union: Florida police chief said deputy’s COVID-19 death caused by homosexual events
The Florida town of Davie has placed its police chief on administrative leave after he was accused by officers of saying a sheriff's deputy died of COVID-19 because he was a “homosexual who attended homosexual sexual events.”
The Florida town of Davie has placed its police chief on administrative leave after he was accused by officers of saying a sheriff's deputy died of COVID-19 because he was a “homosexual who attended homosexual sexual events.”
Thunderbirds honor coronavirus responders with Las Vegas flyover for 'true heroes'
High in the skies over Las Vegas, the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron -- also known as the “Thunderbirds" -- showed its support on Saturday for those on the frontlines responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
High in the skies over Las Vegas, the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron -- also known as the “Thunderbirds" -- showed its support on Saturday for those on the frontlines responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
Fears of 'Wild West' as COVID-19 tests hit the market
Blood tests for the coronavirus could play a key role in deciding whether millions of Americans can safely return to work and school. But public health officials warn that the current “Wild West” of unregulated tests is creating confusion that could ultimately slow the path to recovery.
Blood tests for the coronavirus could play a key role in deciding whether millions of Americans can safely return to work and school. But public health officials warn that the current “Wild West” of unregulated tests is creating confusion that could ultimately slow the path to recovery.
Crime drops around the world as coronavirus keeps people inside
The coronavirus pandemic that has crippled big-box retailers and mom and pop shops worldwide may be making a dent in illicit business, too.
The coronavirus pandemic that has crippled big-box retailers and mom and pop shops worldwide may be making a dent in illicit business, too.
Florida couple of 45 years discharged from hospital together after beating coronavirus
The married couple both tested positive for the virus and were admitted on the same day.
The married couple both tested positive for the virus and were admitted on the same day.
U.S. launches web portal to help Social Security recipients with kids get stimulus checks
The Treasury Department has created an online web tool to help make sure those receiving Social Security benefits, who didn't file a tax return recently, can get stimulus checks.
The Treasury Department has created an online web tool to help make sure those receiving Social Security benefits, who didn't file a tax return recently, can get stimulus checks.
Burning Man canceled, shifts to virtual experience amid COVID-19
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has canceled just about everything from Easter, sporting events, live entertainment to movies and now: Burning Man.
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has canceled just about everything from Easter, sporting events, live entertainment to movies and now: Burning Man.
If an appliance breaks or your internet is down, here’s how to handle a house call during a pandemic
Here are a few tips to follow to keep you and the service provider safe during the outbreak.
Here are a few tips to follow to keep you and the service provider safe during the outbreak.
Many Easter baskets filled with sanitizers and toilet paper this year, while egg hunts go virtual
Everyone is getting a little extra clever and thinking outside the egg this spring holiday season.
Everyone is getting a little extra clever and thinking outside the egg this spring holiday season.
Atlanta volunteers continue work in Peru while under lockdown
Members of two Atlanta based non-profit organizations are in Peru as the country remains on lockdown due to the coronavirus.
Members of two Atlanta based non-profit organizations are in Peru as the country remains on lockdown due to the coronavirus.
Tampa man's motorcycle stolen while he volunteered making PPE for hospitals
When he’s not working his full-time job, Michael Guinn has spent every waking hour inside a Seminole Heights community church, 3-D printing face shields to donate to our hospitals.
When he’s not working his full-time job, Michael Guinn has spent every waking hour inside a Seminole Heights community church, 3-D printing face shields to donate to our hospitals.
No, mosquitoes cannot spread COVID-19
There is no evidence that mosquitoes can transmit the COVID-19 virus. But it's not all good news.
There is no evidence that mosquitoes can transmit the COVID-19 virus. But it's not all good news.
Doctors, nurses in Good Friday procession at Vatican
The participation of Vatican medical personnel provided a stark reminder of how the virus outbreak has infused almost all walks of life.
The participation of Vatican medical personnel provided a stark reminder of how the virus outbreak has infused almost all walks of life.