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California Houses Of Worship, In-Store Retailers Can Reopen
The new guidelines stipulate religious centers must limit attendance to 100 people or 25% of the building's capacity, whichever is lower. They also recommend against singing and group recitation.
Justice Department Backs Challenge To Illinois Stay-At-Home Order
The government says the order significantly impairs the ability of residents to maintain their economic livelihoods. And, it claims Gov. J.B. Pritzker is bound by state limits on emergency measures.
Traffic Is Way Down Because Of Lockdown, But Air Pollution? Not So Much
Car traffic took a big dip beginning in late March, and headlines celebrated clean air around the U.S. But an NPR analysis of EPA data tells a more troubling story.
Mayor Of Madison Calls Decision To Overturn Wisconsin Stay-At-Home Order 'Outrageous'
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway said this week's decision by the state's supreme court will put lives at risk from the coronavirus and she warned that businesses are still not ready to reopen.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Overturns The State's Stay-At-Home Orders
According to the ruling, the orders were "unlawful, invalid, and unenforceable" and any future statewide restrictions will need to be approved by the Wisconsin legislature.
Compared With China, U.S. Stay-At-Home Has Been 'Giant Garden Party,' Journalist Says
New York Times health reporter Donald McNeil points to China as one extreme way to stop a pandemic in its tracks. "We're reluctant to follow China, but they did it," he says. At least for now.
Winston-Salem Mayor Extends Stay-At-Home Order
The city of Winston-Salem is extending stay
Alabama And Missouri Issue Stay-At-Home Orders
Govs. Kay Ivey and Mike Parson had previously resisted calls by medical and health experts who have been urging lawmakers to take immediate action.
Illinois Gov. Issues Stay-At-Home Order To Fight Coronavirus
"We know this will be hard," Gov. J.B. Pritzker said in a news conference, adding that the new rules are expected to last until April 7.