U.S. breaks record for COVID-19 cases in one day Hospitalizations across the nation are also soaring, with at least 16 states breaking records. Nov 5, 2020
AstraZeneca says COVID-19 vaccine could arrive in January A possible vaccine shot could come just as the U.S. is setting record highs for COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Nov 5, 2020
IRS says time running out for people to get stimulus check People who maybe be eligible for the federal coronavirus relief payments face a deadline later this month. Nov 5, 2020
Official with COVID worked at Election Day polling site, then died The official's death is raising concerns for the nearly 2,000 people who voted at the suburban St. Louis polling place. Nov 5, 2020
ESPN cutting 10% of workforce due to impact of pandemic Cuts amount to 10% of sports network's 5,000-plus employees and are due largely to pandemic's impact on business. Nov 5, 2020
Woman arrested taking mom from U.K. nursing home before COVID lockdown The family says "things just escalated" in a "moment of high emotions" as nationwide anti-coronavirus restrictions closed in for the 2nd time. Nov 5, 2020
Daily U.S. virus infections hit all-time high: "Extremely dire" Texas reported 126 new deaths, and the number of coronavirus patients in Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma hospitals set records. Nov 5, 2020
Denmark to kill 15 million mink over link to human COVID infections Health Minister calls concerns "very, very serious" as mutated coronavirus in mink "can have devastating consequences worldwide." Nov 5, 2020
San Francisco 49ers player tests positive for coronavirus The team said the player, who has not been named, is self-quarantining. Nov 4, 2020
Indiana college student with COVID-19 dies in her dorm room The family of a 20-year-old who died after experiencing COVID-19 symptoms is pleading for others to take the virus seriously. Nov 4, 2020
U.S. fights COVID-19 surge amid record new cases Dr. Deborah Birx — a key member of the White House coronavirus task force — is warning the U.S. could see over 100,000 new coronavirus cases per day sometime this week. Nov 3, 2020
U.S. gun sales surge to record high in 2020 Nearly 5 million Americans bought a firearm for the first time this year, fueled by pandemic fears and civil unrest. Nov 3, 2020
How airlines are coaxing customers back into the skies Aggressive sales offerings seek to push passengers past pandemic-induced fears in time for crucial holiday season. Nov 3, 2020
Denver Broncos president and CEO test positive for COVID-19 "Other than mild symptoms, both Joe and John are doing well," the team said Tuesday. Nov 3, 2020
Shut down again: Last call for restaurants and bars? Restaurants were slammed by COVID-19 and shutdowns this spring. Now owners fear the latest surge could finish them off. Nov 3, 2020
U.S. reports weekly record for child COVID cases In just one week late last month, 61,000 new cases were reported in children – a record weekly rise in cases. Nov 3, 2020
COVID has changed your health insurance options Check if your plan has dropped co-pays and deductibles and waived out-of-network charges for COVID-19-related treatment. Nov 3, 2020
U.K. and Germany bank on rapid testing as anti-COVID tactics evolve Liverpool to trial citywide testing program as Britain grapples with surging infections, while Germany tries a new approach to protect the elderly. Nov 3, 2020
Car delivery scam preys on unsuspecting buyers during pandemic Experts explain how it works and how to avoid being bilked. Nov 3, 2020
U.S. battles coronavirus surge as states see record new cases Wisconsin is facing one of the biggest COVID-19 surges in the country. Nearly a third of test results are now coming back positive and hospitalizations are up almost 40% in just two weeks. Nov 2, 2020
Mall operators are filing for bankruptcy before the holidays CBL and Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust said tenants that have had to close can no longer afford rent. Nov 2, 2020
The "tough conversation" families should have before Thanksgiving Health officials have warned that gatherings for the upcoming holidays could worsen a surge in coronavirus cases. Nov 2, 2020
Hiring is biggest issue for employers of high-risk businesses Dental assistants, massage therapists and house cleaners are in high demand but applicants find the work too risky. Nov 2, 2020
Ravens star Marlon Humphrey tests positive for coronavirus Humphrey, who played against the Pittsburgh Steelers, said, "I got the Rona hopefully I'll be back healthy soon." Nov 2, 2020
Texas restaurant: County order "null, void and unenforceable" With conflicting edicts from local and state officials, some businesses remain open despite COVID-19's surge. Nov 2, 2020