CDC: Strong evidence in-person schooling can be done safely
The nation’s top public health agency on Friday provided a roadmap for reopening schools in the middle of a pandemic. Here's the latest virus news.
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Cuomo administration 'froze' over nursing home data requests. Get today's virus news.
The report raises new questions as to whether a March 25 directive from Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration helped spread sickness and death among residents. Get today's latest.
Biden administration to allow 25,000 asylum-seekers into US
The Biden administration has announced plans for some asylum-seekers waiting in Mexico for their immigration court hearings to be allowed into the U.S. while their cases proceed.
US will have enough vaccine for everybody by July, Biden says
The U.S. is on pace to exceed Biden’s goal of administering 100 million vaccine doses in his first 100 days in office. Plus, a COVID-defying nun toasts her 117th birthday, and more updates.
Watch Now: Harrowing new footage of Capitol attack and other impeachment trial highlights
Prosecutors unveiled chilling new security video in Donald Trump’s impeachment trial Wednesday, showing gripping scenes of how close the rioters were to the country’s leaders.
Larry Flynt, who built a porn empire, dies at 78
As founder of Hustler, one of the most explicit adult-oriented magazines, Flynt became a target for the religious right and feminist groups. He survived a 1978 shooting by a sniper but was left paralyzed.
US investigating massive counterfeit N95 mask scam; South African virus variant found in California
Federal authorities are investigating a massive counterfeit N95 mask operation in which fake 3M masks were sold in at least five states to hospitals, medical facilities and government agencies.
CDC study finds two masks are better than one vs. COVID-19. Get the details here.
The CDC is updating its guidance to address wearing two masks. If done correctly, a cloth mask worn over a surgical mask can tighten the gaps around the mask's edges.
US vaccine drive complicated by 1st, 2nd dose juggling act; Facebook steps up work to combat misinfo
Virus update: The U.S. has entered a tricky phase of the COVID-19 vaccination effort as providers try to ramp up the number of people getting first shots while also ensuring others get second doses.
Senate votes to affirm constitutionality of Trump impeachment trial, agrees to proceed
Senators in Donald Trump’s historic second impeachment trial have deemed it constitutional and agreed to consider the case, even as most Republicans voted against proceeding.
WHO team believes virus jumped to humans from animal; House Dems include $1,400 payments in bill
Virus update: WHO team believes virus jumped to humans from animal; COVID-19 relief bill taking shape; Cuomo says indoor dining in NYC can start Friday. Get the latest.
Vaccine drive gains speed, but COVID-19 variants raise worries. Here's the latest virus news.
Virus update: The vaccination pace keeps accelerating, while evidence is mounting that having COVID-19 may not protect against getting infected again with some of the new variants.
Texas GOP Rep. Wright, who battled health issues, dies at 67
Texas Republican U.S. Rep. Ron Wright, who had battled health challenges over the past year, has died more than two weeks after contracting COVID-19.
Catholic schools in US hit by unprecedented enrollment drop; despite trial, Dems moving on relief
COVID-19 updates: Catholic schools suffered the largest single-year decline in at least 50 years in 2020; Dems will tackle virus relief during impeachment week; the latest virus numbers.
Buccaneers trounce Chiefs as Tom Brady wins 7th title: Highlights from Super Bowl LV
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers kept the Kansas City Chiefs from repeating as Super Bowl champions. Check out highlights from Super Bowl LV.
Fake masks flood market, soldiers to staff vaccine centers. Find out the latest COVID-19 updates
U.S. customs has seized about 14.6 million counterfeit face masks, but plenty get through. Here's how to tell the difference. Also get the latest updates on vaccinations, plus 10 charts and maps that track the pandemic here and nationwide.
Oscar-winner, 'Sound of Music' star Christopher Plummer dies
Christopher Plummer, the dashing award-winning actor who played Captain von Trapp in the film "The Sound of Music," has died. He was 91.
US playing catch-up in race to detect mutant variants; economy added just 49,000 jobs in January
Coronavirus updates: US has fallen behind in race to detect variants; employers added 49,000 jobs in January; Biden will share special virus message before Super Bowl. Get the latest.
VP Harris breaks Senate tie to ease Democrats' path to pass COVID-19 relief
The Senate early Friday approved a budget resolution that's a key step toward fast-track passage of President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan without support from Republicans.
Johnson & Johnson asks FDA for emergency use authorization of coronavirus vaccine
Virus update: Johnson & Johnson applied for emergency authorization of its coronavirus vaccine. Plus, the U.S. fell behind in the race to detect dangerous COVID-19 mutations. Here's the latest.
