Whales Get A Break As Pandemic Creates Quieter Oceans
A drop in shipping traffic is reducing underwater noise, so scientists are listening for how whales and other marine life are responding.
COVID-19
Kids Get Coronavirus, But Do They Spread It? We'll Find Out When Schools Reopen
Studies show children have lower rates of COVID-19 and have milder symptoms than adults. But there's less information on how much kids spread the coronavirus, which is key to safely reopen schools.
The End Of $600 Unemployment Benefits Will Hit Millions Of Households And The Economy
Millions of Americans who lost jobs during the pandemic are in danger of having their incomes cut for a second time. The sudden halt in payments would be felt in households and throughout the economy.
'A Wake-Up Call': States Battle New Surge In Coronavirus Cases
Several U.S. states reported record-breaking case counts over the weekend. President Trump insisted again that the virus would "disappear."
U.S. Coronavirus Deaths Top 140,000 As World Sets Daily Record In New Cases
Nearly 260,000 new cases of coronavirus infection have been reported over the past day, according to data from the World Health Organization. More than a quarter were in the U.S.
Global Photos: Babies Of The Pandemic Bring Love, Light — And Worries
Millions of babies have been born in this year of the coronavirus crisis. We asked photojournalists to introduce us to some of the new arrivals — and share the hopes and fears of their parents.
What Accounts For High Coronavirus Positivity Rates Among Florida Kids?
Florida reports a positivity rate of 31% among those under 18 tested for the virus, while the state's positivity overall rate is 18%. Experts say there are good explanations for the kids' high rate.
With CDC Sidelined, Some States Lose Access To Timely COVID-19 Hospital Data
Health and hospital officials in two states report that a Trump administration change to how pandemic data is collected has left them unable to access vital information.
All K-12 Students In WS/FC Schools Will Begin Classes Remotely
Students in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools system will not head back to buildings at the start of the school year.
Florida Sees Its 4th Day Running With More Than 100 COVID-19 Deaths
Florida's death count from COVID-19 continues to be in the triple digits as coronavirus cases surge in many parts of the state, especially the Miami area.