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Coronavirus: Here's why local governments are declaring emergencies and what that means for you
Since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday warned that it's not a question of if, but when the novel coronavirus will spread in the United States, some places have already issued emergency declarations, and more could be coming from cities, counties and states.
Coronavirus could affect local events
Tourism in the Roanoke Valley, including the upcoming Blue Ridge Marathon, could be affected, and the Iron Man could take a hit.
Coronavirus leaves local bride scrambling to find bridesmaid dresses
A local bride-to-be is scrambling to get new bridesmaids dresses after the coronavirus shut down production in China. Now a local business is stepping in to help. Sydney Patterson never expected to be shopping for bridesmaid dresses two weeks before her wedding. She just found out the dresses her bridesmaids ordered months ago wouldn't be ready in time. “I got a little panicked,” she said. Sign up for our Newsletters The company that makes the...
Coronavirus: Local health officials discuss COVID-19 facts and fiction
Local health officials discuss some of the myths and facts surrounding COVID-19 strain of Coronavirus.
Local Asian businesses feel an unfair impact due to the coronavirus epidemic
Local Asian businesses feel an unfair impact due to the coronavirus epidemic
Coronavirus affecting local salons as hair care products are often made in China
The coronavirus has already affected the stock market, travel and access to antibiotics. Now, the American hair care industry said it is feeling the effects of the disease’s global spread. Shannel Wallace runs District Cheveux, a hair care business in Bowie, Maryland. As a stylist, Wallace said she often uses wigs and weaves to fulfill her customers’ needs. RELATED: Why you shouldn't immediately go to the ER when sick if coronavirus pandemic...
Coronavirus sparks worries for local investors
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pledged Friday that the Fed will use all the tools it can to support the economy in an attempt to ease fears sparked by the coronavirus. Charles Rinehart's business is understanding money. He’s a financial expert with Johnson Investment Counsel in Cincinnati. It’s been a tough week for investors. U.S. stocks fell sharply again Friday, ending the Dow's worst week since October 2008. The coronavirus is...
Coronavirus live updates: France bans large gatherings US cases raise concern over local transmission
Confirmed coronavirus infections in the U.S. in people who had not been overseas or in contact with another infected person has raised concerns over local, 'community-transmitted' spread of the virus in three states: California, Oregon and Washington State.
State local health officials mobilize to fight spread of coronavirus
Many health care institutions have had pandemic planning in place since the 2009 H1N1 pandemic.
Local spread of coronavirus marks turning point in U.S ...
Washington state health officials reported the first patient death from coronavi...
Pence: Trump would ‘respect’ local decisions if schools close over coronavirus
In an interview with Meet The Press, Vice President Mike Pence discusses the efforts of the coronavirus task force and the impacts of the virus on the U.S. economy.
Local health professionals focus on preparedness following first US coronavirus death
The new coronavirus is impacting businesses and protocols throughout the nation. Local health professionals say education and preparedness are important. Sign up for our Newsletters Dr. O’Dell Owens is the president and CEO of Interact for Health. Owens thinks residents should put things into perspective. "About 3,000 people die from chronic virus already in the United States with our flu living it probably 9,000 deaths, 48,000 died last year,...
Coronavirus travel ban leaves local tourists stranded
The coronavirus is affecting local travelers. A group of SCUBA divers got stranded in Hawaii after a travel ban took effect.
Local doctor gives advice on preparing for coronavirus
Hospitals around the country are taking extreme measures to make sure your family is protected if the Coronavirus hits our community. One hospital in Oakland, California has a special floor dedicated to treating coronavirus. Here in St. Louis, city and county leaders announced Friday that 20 people are being monitored for the virus who may have been in contact with a traveler or may have traveled to a foreign country with an outbreak. A person...
Pence: It’s OK for local schools to shut down over the coronavirus
But the vice president also cautioned against overreacting to the epidemic.
Local Certified Financial Planner breaks down Coronavirus's impact on economy
Last week was the worst week in the markets since the 2008 financial crisis.
Coronavirus outbreak spreads in US as state and local health officials conduct tests
CNBC's Meg Tirrell and Eamon Javers break down the latest headlines on the coronavirus outbreak as cases pop up in the United States, and the most recent news on how the White House plans to combat the fast-spreading disease.
Local universities cancel travel abroad programs amid coronavirus outbreak
Local universities cancel travel abroad programs amid coronavirus outbreak
Local government calls for improved hygiene to prevent infectious diseases outbreak
How local businesses schools are preparing for a possible Coronavirus outbreak
China slaps down local biotech over claims it could produce Gilead’s experimental coronavirus drug
How can you tell if you have a cold the flu or coronavirus? Local experts weigh in
If you're showing signs of illness - say a cough, runny nose and fever - how do you know whether you have a cold, the flu or COVID-19, the new coronavirus that originated in China and is spreading around globe.
San Francisco Health Officials Launch Local Coronavirus Testing Program
Fort Bragg works with state and local officials to prepare for coronavirus outbreak
Coronavirus | Local medical supply companies experience surgical mask shortage
There are now six confirmed Coronavirus related deaths in the United State. These fatal casses all occured in Washington State. Four of the victims were from the same retirement community. Right now, there are 86 confirmed cases across the country. The concern for the Coronavirus is starting to impact medical supply companies here in Southeast Texas. They've run out of masks, and now they're running low on other products. Doctors say there's no...
Local chef: Standards are in place to protect restaurant patrons from coronavirus
Chef Tommy Fitzgerald has worked in restaurants for years. "It takes a huge amount of self-respect to serve people. You literally go through a battle every night," said Fitzgerald. Now that battle is being waged in the United States and across the world against the coronavirus, but Fitzgerald says he's not concerned when he goes out to eat. "With the coronavirus, first and foremost I'm at local restaurants. I'm going to be eating there tonight....
Coronavirus Fears Impacting Local Restaurants
Sacramento area restaurants are battling the fears of the coronavirus as more people are cautious of public spaces.