Health

In drastic move, Italy shuts most factories to halt virus

By Colleen Barry, Associated Press

Italy's decision is more in line with draconian measures taken by China than with declarations coming out of other democratic partners, who are at least a week or two behind Italy's rate of virus infections.

Autism diagnosis more common after improved screening, closing racial gap

By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press

While the diagnosis gap is narrowing, it's not clear that minority kids are getting the same access to services and treatment, said Michael Yudell, a Drexel University public health professor.

WATCH: House approves $2.2 trillion virus rescue bill

The House approved the sweeping measure by a voice vote, as strong majorities of both parties lined up behind the most colossal economic relief bill in the nation's history.

Brazil's governors rise up against Bolsonaro's outbreak stance

By Mauricio Savarese, David Biller, Associated Press

Bolsonaro contends that the clampdown already ordered by many governors will deeply wound Brazil's already beleaguered economy and spark social unrest.

Judges, lawyers push to close immigration courts amid virus

By Julie Watson, Amy Taxin, Associated Press

The Trump administration is telling immigration judges, attorneys and migrants to keep preparing for hearings and coming to court. Lawyers and judges are calling for a total shutdown and say most hearings can be done by phone so immigrants aren't stuck…

WATCH: White House coronavirus task force holds news briefing

By Justin Stabley

The White House task force is expected to give an update on the nation's current novel coronavirus situation as the outbreak spreads.

WATCH: Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards gives coronavirus update

By Justin Stabley

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards gives an update on the state’s current novel coronavirus situation as the outbreak spreads.

In the middle of a pandemic, 'babies come in the same way they always have'

By Sebastian Rich

As much of the rest of the country moved to isolate themselves and stay at home, these midwives checked in to work -- birth does not halt for pandemics.