Why San Francisco has declared a coronavirus state of emergency: Your questions answered

Why has San Francisco declared a state of emergency when there aren't any confirmed coronavirus cases among city residents? San Francisco's Executive Director of the Emergency Management Department Mary Ellen Carroll answers that question.

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.

Connecticut State Colleges and Universities Directed to Cancel Trips Due to Coronavirus Concerns

The 17 state colleges and universities have been directed to immediately suspend or cancel institutionally-sponsored travel to several countries due to concerns about coronavirus. An announcement sent to the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities community on Thursday says that all colleges and universities must immediately suspend or cancel institutionally-sponsored travel to countries designated Level 3 (warning) and Level 2 (watch)…

Coronavirus resources: US state and local health departments

No coronavirus emergency in California but state will expand testing Newsom says

In the state, 33 people have been diagnosed with COVID-19, and of those, 24 either were evacuated from the Diamond Princess cruise ship or returned on repatriation flights from China.

'Simply Inadequate.' California Governor Says State Only Has 200 Coronavirus Testing Kits

A Northern California woman is the first U.S. case of possible human-to-human transmission in the general public

Coronavirus: Health officials push CDC for approval to test cases in New York state NYC labs

New York health officials urged federal government to approve state, city labs to test for coronavirus after CDC found issues with prior local testing

Whitmer activates state Emergency Operations Center to coordinate coronavirus response

Whitmer activated the state Emergency Operations Center at the MSP headquarters on Friday to coordinate response to COVID-19 coronavirus.

Coronavirus News: 1 being tested for COVID-19 in New York City state to begin own testing

Coronavirus News: 1 being tested for COVID-19 in New York City, state to begin own testing

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...

Oregon state agencies school districts preparing for coronavirus outbreak

Oregon Gov. Kate Brown announced Friday a new multi-agency team tasked with preparing the state for a potential outbreak of the coronavirus virus.

State of Alaska can now test for novel coronavirus

According to a release from DHSS, under most circumstances, initial test results should be available within 4-6 hours of specimen arrival at the laboratory.

State Department raises travel advisory for Italy amid coronavirus outbreak

The US State Department on Friday raised its travel advisory for Italy to the second-highest-level warning, Level 3: Reconsider Travel, due to the novel coronavirus.

Oregon officials identify first patient in state with presumed coronavirus

The Washington County resident is being treated in Hillsboro. They have not traveled to any locations where the virus is active.

Alaska state labs can test for novel coronavirus

Alaska’s state public health laboratories now have the ability to test for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

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.

New York seeking in-state coronavirus tests; fewer Long Island people monitored

The coronavirus appears to be spreading among people in three separate communities. The new cases were confirmed Friday in California and Oregon.

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...

Penn State Restricts Student Travel To Italy Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

Penn State University has restricted University-affiliated student travel to Italy as the Coronavirus outbreak continues to grow.

Coronavirus Update: N.J. Conn. Get Approval To Test For The Virus Within The State

That means patients there can know if they have the virus much sooner. Local testing has not been approved in New York.

Washington state confirms 2 new coronavirus cases 1 of unknown origin

Washington state health officials confirmed two new presumptive cases of coronavirus late Friday, including a teenager who hadn’t traveled out of the U.S. recently.

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.

Coronavirus Update: 2 Suspected Cases Awaiting Results In Tri-State Area Monmouth County And New York City

The New York resident recently traveled to Italy and was showing symptoms, while the New Jersey person is in isolation.

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.

Coronavirus News: NY state approved to begin own tests; 1 person evaluated for COVID-19 in New York City

Coronavirus News: NY state approved to begin own tests; 1 person evaluated for COVID-19 in New York City

First coronavirus death in the U.S. happens in Washington state

Washington was one of the states that reported new cases on Friday. It's unclear whether the person who died contracted the virus while traveling.

One Person In Washington State Has Died After Contracting The Coronavirus

It is the first confirmed death from coronavirus in the US.

Coronavirus: New York gets approval to begin COVID-19 testing in state lab immediately

New York developed a test for the new coronavirus, COVID-19. Gov. Cuomo says FDA approved using it at state lab. Why that is key to fighting outbreak

First U.S. coronavirus death confirmed in Washington state

A person in the Seattle area is the first to die of COVID-19