Federal official claims White House didn't want to tell seniors not to fly

The White House overruled health officials who wanted to recommend that elderly and physically fragile Americans be advised not to fly on commercial airlines because of the new coronavirus, a federal official told The Associated Press.

Grand Princess cruise ship passengers heading to Dobbins Air Base

Georgia's governor says 34 Georgians and other Americans will be taken to Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta to undergo testing for coronavirus.

Travel chaos erupts as Italy quarantines north to halt COVID-19 coronavirus

Italy announced a sweeping quarantine early Sunday for its northern regions, igniting travel chaos as it restricted the movements of a quarter of its people in a bid to halt the new coronavirus' relentless march across Europe.

Costco temporarily suspends free food samples over coronavirus

With fears of the coronavirus heightening, some shoppers in recent weeks voiced concerns over whether the warehouse should continue the practice of handing out the little snacks.

CPS classroom assistant is 6th coronavirus patient in Illinois

The infected CPS employee, who is now the 6th coronavirus patient in Illinois, works at Vaughn High School in Portage Park.

Health officials confirm first case of coronavirus in Minnesota

Minnesota health officials have confirmed the first case of the COVID-19 coronavirus in Minnesota. State health officials said the case is an older adult in Ramsey County who recently was on a cruise ship with another passenger with a known COVID-19 case.

President Trump tours the CDC in Atlanta

President Trump took a tour of the main campus of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta on Friday just hours after signing an $8.3 billion bill aimed at combatting a possible outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus.

Coronavirus FAQ: Here’s what you need to know about the COVID-19 outbreak

The outbreak of the novel coronavirus has prompted many to take precautions to safeguard their health. It has also raised questions regarding the severity of the virus, who is or isn’t impacted, and just how serious of a health risk it may be.

VP Pence: 21 people on Grand Princess cruise ship positive for coronavirus

Vice President Mike Pence announced on Friday that 21 people on board the Grand Princess cruise ship have tested positive for the coronavirus.

New Jersey has presumptive 3rd, 4th coronavirus cases

A man in his 60s has been in a hospital in Camden County since March 3 and is in stable condition. A man in his 50s has been hospitalized at Englewood Hospital in Bergen County since March 5.

Maryland coronavirus cases linked to Egyptian cruise ship, governor says

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan offered an update on Friday evening on the state’s response to the coronavirus outbreak that has spread into Montgomery County.