Apr 06 Voices from coronavirus isolation By Vika Aronson As the coronavirus pandemic continues, one thing most of us are struggling with, regardless of where or who we are, is an overwhelming feeling of isolation. In this special episode, correspondent Lisa Desjardins and digital arts editor Joshua Barajas talk… Continue reading
Apr 06 Israeli leader announces lockdown over Passover holiday By Ilan Ben Zion, Associated Press Speaking on Monday, Netanyahu did offer citizens some hope by saying he expects to ease widespread restrictions after the week-long festival. Continue reading
Apr 06 Watch 7:15 U.S. death toll passes 10,000; British prime minister in ICU The U.S. death toll from coronavirus has passed 10,000, as public health officials warn Americans to brace for a sad and somber week. Although cases appear to be leveling off in New York, they are surging in Michigan and other… Continue watching
Apr 06 Watch 5:57 New HHS survey reveals the COVID-19 challenges U.S. hospitals face A new report from the inspector general of the Department of Health and Human Services offers a snapshot of what hospitals are facing nationwide as the coronavirus spreads. A survey of more than 320 hospitals found week-long waits for COVID-19… Continue watching
Apr 06 Watch 7:04 Kentucky governor calls COVID-19 response 'a test of our humanity' Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky is one of the many leaders across the U.S. competing with the federal government and with other states to secure critical medical equipment during the coronavirus pandemic. He joins Judy Woodruff to discuss the sacrifices… Continue watching
Apr 06 Top Wisconsin court blocks governor's move to delay election By Scott Bauer, Steve Peoples, Associated Press The Wisconsin election is being viewed as a national test case in a broader fight over voter access in the age of the coronavirus with major implications for the presidential primary contests ahead and, possibly, the November general election. … Continue reading
Apr 06 Watch 6:24 What's it like to be pregnant amid a pandemic? New and prospective mothers share stories By Amna Nawaz, Jaywon Choe, Rhana Natour Across the U.S., expectant parents and those who have recently given birth are confronting an unanticipated layer of stress due to coronavirus. Health care providers have had to rethink how best to offer prenatal care at a time people are… Continue watching
Apr 06 Watch 7:43 Pritzker: Federal government has delivered less than 10 percent of PPE Illinois requested Roughly 10 weeks ago, a woman in Chicago became the second known case of novel coronavirus in the U.S. Now, the number of confirmed infections in Illinois is nearing 12,000, and more than 300 people have died. The state’s governor,… Continue watching
Apr 06 Watch 6:54 How the fragile health care systems of the Middle East are bracing for COVID-19 By Jane Ferguson The number of coronavirus cases in the Middle East has risen to nearly 60,000, doubling in a single week. Governments in the region are scrambling to try to prevent the virus' spread, knowing that their fragile health care systems stand… Continue watching
Apr 06 Worried about your finances during the coronavirus pandemic? Here are some tips. By Courtney Vinopal The economic downturn spurred by shutdowns meant to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus has been swift, but there are measures people can take now to manage their personal finances during this difficult time. Continue reading