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Book recommendations for Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Lupita Aquino, also known as "Lupita Reads" on social media, shares a few book recommendations by Latino authors.
During Coronavirus Outbreak, Virtual Doctor Visits Are Encouraged
by Allison Aubrey
Public health officials urge Americans to use telemedicine to help reduce the spread of coronavirus at doctors' offices and to ease the burden on hospitals. What is telemedicine and how do you use it?
How Are Coronavirus Tests Getting To Where They Need To Go?
by Jason Beaubien
The White House announced nearly 2 million coronavirus tests will be made available starting this week. It is estimated that labs across the country will be able to test up to 4,000 people a day.
European Nations See A Rise In COVID-19 Cases
by Rob Schmitz
Italy remains the hardest-hit country in Europe — though other nations are seeing rising numbers of coronavirus cases and are moving to shut down place where groups of people gather.
COVID-19 Disrupts School Schedules, Child Care Arrangements
by Cory Turner
School has now been canceled in the majority of states because of the coronavirus outbreak. That's creating problems for parents and caregivers across the country.
Wu Tang Clan Tries To Help Stop Spread Of Coronavirus
Wu Tang as an acrostic: W: wash your hands. U: use masks properly. T: touch nothing. A: avoid crowds. N: never touch your face with unclean hands. G: go to the hospital if you have severe symptoms.
Recap: For 2 Hours Biden, Sanders Debate On CNN
by Asma Khalid
It was the first one-on-one debate between Democratic presidential candidates Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden. The debate was held without a studio audience because of coronavirus precautions.
COVID-19 Disruptions: Local Officials Order Bars, Restaurants To Close
by Kate Grossman
Across the U.S. bars and restaurants are being told to shut their doors to the public to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Owners worry their businesses will not survive the coronavirus outbreak.
Fed Makes A Dramtic Move During Coronavirus Fallout
by Scott Horsley
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates to near-zero and announced a set of programs to help blunt the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic spreading throughout the world.
Tech Companies Aim To Stop COVID-19 Disinformation
by Tim Mak
The Coronavirus is not just a medical epidemic. The World Health Organization says fake news about the virus is spreading faster than the disease. Tech companies attempting to control disinformation.
Ohio Officials Take Coronavirus Precautions Ahead Of Elections
by Andy Chow
Four big states are holding primary elections on Tuesday but the coronavirus outbreak has made some voters worried about casting a ballot in a crowded polling place.
Chicago's Shedd Aquarium Temporarily Closes Because Of Covid-19
With no visitors, some animals over the weekend had the opportunity to cruise the halls and check out other animals. The aquarium posted a video of a penguin staring up at the glass as fish swam by.