Novel coronavirus

2 COVID-19 vaccine candidates may protect against the virus. Now what?

By Laura Santhanam

Even if vaccines are approved and enough doses are made, widespread immunity also depends on how many people are willing to roll up their sleeves.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says surge in virus cases threatens U.S. economy

By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press

Powell said the threat also means Congress and the White House should provide more stimulus spending to support the unemployed, states and cities, and small businesses, and to keep the economy afloat.

WATCH: Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds gives novel coronavirus update

By Associated Press

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds provided a novel coronavirus update on Tuesday as the state surpassed 2,000 confirmed deaths from the pandemic.

Beloved arts facility Poets House suspends operations

By Associated Press

One of the country's leading literary community and educational centers, Poets House, is suspending operations because of “challenges presented” by the coronavirus pandemic.

WATCH: North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper holds COVID-19 update

By Associated Press

Between now and June 2022, state and local governments could be facing a shortfall or $400 billion or more by some estimates.

Public health programs see surge in students amid pandemic

By Michelle R. Smith, Kathy Young, Associated Press

As state and local public health departments struggle with slashed budgets, surging demand and threats to workers' safety, a new generation is entering the field, determined to help fight the coronavirus and other public health challenges.

States plead for more federal help as virus outbreak worsens

By Geoff Mulvihill, Rachel La Corte, Associated Press

With more shutdowns looming and a vaccine months away from wide distribution, governors across the U.S. are pleading for more help from Washington ahead of what is shaping up to be a bleak winter.

Michigan governor says she has authority to issue second stay-at-home order

By David Eggert, Associated Press

The Democratic governor spoke with reporters Monday, a day after announcing restrictions amid a surge of COVID-19 cases that has led to increased hospitalizations and deaths.

WATCH: New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio holds COVID-19 update

By Associated Press

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio held an update on the city's response to the surge of COVID-19 cases.

WATCH: Biden outlines plan to ease economic inequity amid pandemic

By Associated Press

Biden spoke about his plans to invest in infrastructure, technology and clean energy jobs, and create American manufacturing jobs by encouraging companies to make their products in the U.S.