Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The World Health Organization officially named Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Feb. 11, 2020. Here, you can find breaking news about COVID-19, what local officials need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for government leaders on preparing for and educating on the COVID-19 pandemic. This directory provides articles on COVID-19 and related topics like Public Health, which explores broader strategies for disease prevention, health promotion, and crisis management.
First responders will begin receiving their vaccination booster shots, followed by the elderly and those considered high risk
Unions representing first responders in Sacramento voice concerns over vaccine mandate
Newark Firefighters Union President Chuck West said employees should be given the option of being tested continuously for COVID-19 or getting the vaccine
Officials in 17 states have said they don’t intend to create apps or use smartphones to perform contact tracing at all
“We’ve got to get the message out that we are all in this together,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci during a Senate hearing Tuesday
Casinos can offer outdoor dining, and those with beach bars, outdoor decks or Boardwalk seating still plan to offer it
The bars Pour Behavior, Prospect Park and Spire Night Club have also been referred to the state’s alcoholic beverage commission
One man became so enraged by the company’s “no mask, no taco” policy, he attacked workers
Mayor Quinton Lucas said he shared the messages he received via text message to show “how far we’ve gotten from being common sensible about what we are doing”
Texas, Florida and California are also backtracking as COVID-19 cases surge
An inmate died while serving time on death row, marking the first known death of a COVID-19 patient inside the prison
As prices of food continue to rise, and shortages become a possibility, there is a growing need for government and consumer assistance to keep food banks stocked, farms active, and food chains secure
Friday’s restrictions are some of the most significant actions Gov. Abbott has taken yet, signaling a change of course from the state’s aggressive reopening strategy
The state announced 8,942 news cases on Friday, up from the previous record of 5,508 set Wednesday
The silver lining is that the report from Moody’s Analytics indicates significantly less money is needed than what’s being called for by House Democrats
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise North Carolina, Gov. Cooper is committed to taking a cautious approach to reopening
New survey data from over 1,100 municipalities shows that the national economic recovery is at even greater risk than previously thought
At a recent hearing of the House Education and Labor Committee, lawmakers learned about the profound challenges awaiting teachers and students when classes resume in the fall
Education officials want the state to indemnify local school districts ahead of the fall semester
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