Trump says Navy captain letter asking for help on coronavirus-stricken ship ‘was terrible’
"We are not at war. Sailors do not need to die. If we do not act now, we are failing…
Man killed in South Shore shooting
A man was shot dead in the 1700 block of East 69th Street, April 3, 2020. | Adobe Stock Photo…
De Blasio calls coronavirus ‘many mini-Katrina’s’ and calls for national mobilization
Mayor de Blasio Saturday called the coronavirus crisis a rolling disaster that will plow across the country — and called…
Colorado confirms 126 coronavirus-related deaths as hospitalizations reach 875
At least 126 people in Colorado have died from complications of the novel coronavirus, as hospitalizations and confirmed cases continue…
Trump says he will immediately ask for more small business money if relief fund runs out
President Donald Trump on Saturday said that he will "immediately" seek more funding from Congress if the employee retention programs…
President Trump meets with U.S. pro sports leaders to discuss virus
President Donald Trump met by phone with many U.S. pro sports leaders Saturday to discuss how that industry has been…
Stimulus checks: Social Security recipients don’t need to file tax returns
The Treasury Department and the IRS have announced that Social Security recipients who do not typically file tax returns will…
Temporary COVID-19 hospital at TCF
Members of the Michigan National Guard move beds into cubicles for patients with coronavirus at the TCF Center.
‘A searing time for whistleblowers’: Ousted intel watchdog wrote private letter to Schumer
Two weeks before he was fired, Intelligence Community Inspector General Michael Atkinson told the Senate’s top Democrat that the past…
Victor Skrebneski, Chicago’s photographer to the stars, dies at 90
Photographer Victor Skrebneski, winner of the Lucie award for “Outstanding Achievement in Fashion” attending the 11th Annual Lucie Awards at…
Coronavirus keeps spreading, Trump says ‘toughest’ weeks coming
President Donald Trump speaks about the coronavirus in the White House, Wednesday, April 1, 2020. | Alex Brandon/AP President Donald…
NBA players to play H-O-R-S-E over conference call
The NBA is planning a virtual game of H-O-R-S-E where star players shoot at home, according to ESPN, which would…
New coronavirus limits bring new religious freedom tension
Despite state and local limits on public gatherings, some faith leaders have persisted in holding in-person services
83% of Covid-19 patients in India are aged below 60 yrs
Over 83% of Covid-19 patients in India are below the age of 60 years. The majority of people (41%) infected…
Wear homemade masks to keep virus at bay: Govt
Amid rising scare about Covid-19, the health ministry on Saturday issued an advisory on the use of homemade protective cover…
Covid-19: ICMR gives nod for rapid antibody tests
Expanding the testing strategy in line with its containment plans in high-risk areas and Covid-19 hotspots, Indian Council of Medical…
Cash reaches 40% of 20 cr women beneficiaries
The largest-ever cash transfer scheme launched on Friday to put Rs 30,000 crore in Jan Dhan accounts of women has…
“Star Wars” actor Andrew Jack dies of coronavirus
The actor also worked as a dialect coach for actors such as Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Hemsworth.
Michigan National Guard builds temporary COVID-19 hospital at TCF
Members of the Michigan National Guard move beds into cubicles for patients with coronavirus at the TCF Center.
Alabama among last states to issue statewide stay-at-home order due to coronavirus
Alabama’s stay-at-home order is finally taking effect Saturday evening, as the southern state becomes one of the last in the…
Trump says ‘toughest’ weeks ahead as coronavirus spreads
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Saturday returned to the idea of opening up the country’s economy as as…
Lives to remember: People we lost to coronavirus
Here are just some of the coronavirus pandemic's many victims: who they were, and the lives they touched.
Michigan National Guard temporary COVID-19 hospital at TCF
Members of the Michigan National Guard move beds into cubicles for patients with coronavirus at the TCF Center.
First Weekend of the statewide stay-at-home order due to coronavirus
Gov. Tate Reeves issued a statewide stay-at-home order Wednesday, April 1, 2020. Last weekend, the Ross Barnett Reservoir was filled…
Trump meets with US pro sports leaders to discuss virus
President Donald Trump met by phone with many U.S. pro sports leaders Saturday to discuss how that industry has been…
What’s still open in Iowa? Craft stores, livestock auctions and car dealerships; not bookstores and flower shops
Iowa shoppers can still walk into a Michaels store to buy sewing supplies. But they can't walk into a Barnes & Noble to buy…
Coronavirus face masks: How to make your own, who should wear one and who is donating them
Here are resources that show how to make your own face mask, how wearing one will impact the spread and…
Orange County death toll from coronavirus rises to 14; 112 hospitalized
Fatalities in Orange County rose from 13 to 14 and cases grew by 75 to 786, officials said. 112 COVID-19…
President Trump addresses coronavirus response with sports commissioners
Roger Penske, the Bloomfield Hills-based owner of IndyCar, was among those on the call.
Trump considering second task force on reopening economy
President Donald Trump on Saturday said he is considering a second coronavirus task force focused on reopening the country's economy.
Kickin’ It with Kiz: No games for any American sport until there’s COVID test for every U.S. sports fan
There won’t be another game played all year. Mark my words. This coronavirus storm has just started in the United…
Trump defends firing intelligence community watchdog
President Donald Trump on Saturday defended his firing of the inspector general who told Congress about the whistleblower complaint that…
Cooking queen Ina Garten makes massive cocktail at 9:30 a.m.: ‘During a crisis, cocktail hour can be almost any hour’
Call her the cosmo contessa. “Barefoot Contessa” Ina Garten showed everyone how quarantine is done, making a 9:30 a.m. cocktail…
Michigan legend Rudy Tomjanovich elected into Basketball Hall of Fame
Tomjanovich is the first former Michigan basketball player to earn the honor.
In another century, another pandemic ended Stanley Cup final
The 1919 final between the Seattle Metropolitans and Montreal Canadiens was canceled due to the Spanish flu panademic.
COVID-19 update from the public school system
At present time, school will resume May 4, however, I will continue to seek and take guidance from education, health,…
New York City schools won’t be using Zoom anymore because of security concerns
Schools in New York City are moving away from using the video conference app Zoom after a review of security…
Gov. Gavin Newsom said he ‘owns’ coronavirus testing lapses, announces task force
The announcement comes as California continues to see dramatic increases in people hospitalized with the coronavirus, with 2,300 patients in…
Elton John announces $1M coronavirus fund to help protect people with HIV
Elton John has launched a $1 million emergency fund to help the HIV community during the coronavirus pandemic. On Saturday,…
Baton Rouge Symphony plays on through @Home Concert Series
The Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra refuses to be silenced by the coronavirus pandemic.
Here’s what America’s oil CEOs discussed with Trump
America's leading oil CEOs urged President Donald Trump on Friday to grant the embattled industry access to government programs aimed…
Police: Will County man kills woman in apparent murder-suicide, concerned he had COVID-19
A man and woman were found dead inside a home in Will County in an apparent murder-suicide, police said Saturday.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on COVID-19 response
Today's briefing comes after the CDC announced it is recommending that Americans wear cloth face coverings in public.
Grassley demands an explanation for Trump’s firing of intel watchdog
Michael Atkinson provided Congress with a whistleblower complaint that led to President Trump's impeachment. Atkinson was fired Friday.
Record 37 players from Michigan-based teams taken in OHL draft
Detroit Honeybaked center Max Namestnikov was selected third overall by the Sarnia Sting in the OHL draft, which got underway on Saturday…
NYC transit workers to receive nearly 250,000 N95 masks to protect against coronavirus
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, to the cheers of its employees, began distributing nearly 250,000 protective masks Saturday to safeguard transit…
Virus outbreak reported at central N. Carolina nursing home
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Three residents of a central North Carolina nursing home have tested positive for COVID-19, public health…