New York coronavirus cases now top 30,000, Cuomo says
"We're still on the way up the mountain," Governor Andrew Cuomo said.
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States scramble to build makeshift hospitals before virus peaks
"I will turn this state upside down to get the number of beds we need, but we need the staff for those beds," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said.
Anyone who left N.Y. should self-quarantine for 14 days, says Dr. Birx
"To everyone who has left New York over the last few days: Because of the rate of the number of cases, you may have been exposed before you left New York," said Dr. Deborah Birx.
Cuomo issues dire warning about rising virus rate: "A bullet train"
Governor spoke from Javits Convention Center in New York City, which is being turned into a field hospital. The state has more than 13,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
Cuomo slams feds on coronavirus: "You pick" who's "going to die"
Cuomo said the federal government's lack of help will "pick the 26,000 people who are going to die."
Doctor worries about ending social distancing measures too soon
President Trump said Tuesday that he wants America "back open by Easter," sparking concern from lawmakers and health experts.
New York may split ventilators between two patients
"What are we going to do with 400 ventilators when we need 30,000?" Cuomo said in response to FEMA sending 400 ventilators to New York.
NYC principal, 36, dies of coronavirus complications
Dezann Romain is among the 125 coronavirus deaths in New York City.
Restaurants struggle to survive pandemic: "Who's not worried?"
Ashley Gregg, a bartender in Ohio, was let go while still facing medical bills for her young son who died of cancer in 2018.
Coronavirus updates: National Guard will be activated to help 3 states
Senator Rand Paul said he has tested positive for COVID-19, making him the first known senator to contract the disease.
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Governors across the U.S. have announced sweeping measures as part of an intensive fight unfolding worldwide against the coronavirus outbreak.
Unclear how long "stay-at-home" orders will last, Dr. Fauci says
Residents of California, New York and Illinois have all been ordered to remain in their homes as much as possible, with some essential exceptions.
NY liquor stores deemed "essential businesses" under new order
New Yorkers who are self-isolating will still have access to alcohol.
What does Cuomo's stay-at-home order mean to most New Yorkers?
"If somebody wants to blame someone or complain about someone, blame me. There is no one else who is responsible for this decision," Cuomo said.
Family wishes grandma a joyous birthday — from a safe distance
They decided to perform a rendition of "Happy Birthday" — all from the 95-year-old's sidewalk.
NBA teams criticized over access to coronavirus tests
"Tests should not be for the wealthy, but for the sick," Bill de Blasio tweeted.
Cuomo dismisses idea of NYC order to shelter in place
"I don't think shelter in place really works for one locality," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said.
Rockefeller Christmas tree gets a 2nd life
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York is one of the nation's most iconic symbols of Christmas and one of its biggest. But after the lights come down, the giant Norway spruce has a less-public second life. Brook Silva-Braga reports.
Automakers race to make a 300 mph car
This year's New York International Auto Show begins its final weekend in New York City on Saturday. It also ends the big auto show season across the nation. But car lovers have yet to see one particular variety of vehicle: a production automobile with a top speed of more than 300 mph. Don Dahler reports.
Bethenny Frankel creating coronavirus aid kits
The entrepreneur said the $63,000 she's raised will go toward cash cards for kids' lunches and meals they used to get free at school.
Patients could end up "on gurneys in the hallway," governor says
"I don't think of a curve. I think of a wave," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said. "And the wave is going to break on the hospital system."
NYC limiting restaurants and bars to takeout due to coronavirus
"Our city is facing an unprecedented threat, and we must respond with a wartime mentality," the mayor said.
Woman, 82, is the first person in N.Y. to die from coronavirus
New York is leading the country in the number of coronavirus cases.
Governors call on "former" doctors, nurses to rejoin workforce amid pandemic
The governors are hoping to create a reserve workforce of health care professionals.
As workers stay home, small businesses must adapt
Big companies and local governments try grants and tax deferrals to help small players survive coronavirus slowdown.
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