Novel coronavirus

Early data from Moderna suggests successful 2nd COVID vaccine candidate

By Associated Press

Moderna said Monday its COVID-19 vaccine is proving to be highly effective in a major trial.

Two middle schoolers, their mom and their teacher on what it’s like to learn in the pandemic

By Amna Nawaz, Gretchen Frazee, Vika Aronson, Erica R. Hendry, Emily Carpeaux

Months into the COVID-19 pandemic, schools are using all kinds of models -- virtual, in-person or some hybrid inbetween -- to try to keep kids on track and engaged. Parents and teachers say sometimes it feels like none of them…

West Coast governors urge COVID quarantine after travel

By Brian Melley, Associated Press

The advisories issued Friday stopped short of stricter rules imposed by other governors and instead said people should avoid non-essential out-of-state travel and quarantine for 14 days after arriving from another state or country.

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak tests positive for COVID-19

By Sam Metz, Associated Press

He is the fifth governor to test positive for the coronavirus this year. Sisolak said he was not experiencing any symptoms and was swabbed for a rapid test on Friday morning as a matter of routine.

Wearing a mask could keep you from catching COVID-19, CDC says

By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press

Previously, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised masks because of medical evidence that it stops people who are infected with coronavirus — whether they know it or not — from spreading it to others.

WATCH: Oregon sets ‘freeze’ order for some businesses amid coronavirus surge

By Associated Press

Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Friday announced a statewide two-week “freeze” which will limit restaurants and bars to take-out only and close gyms, indoor and outdoor recreational facilities during that period.

Italy extends partial lockdown as Naples hospitals struggle

By Paolo Santalucia, Colleen Barry, Associated Press

Italy's rate of new confirmed cases has reached 650 per 100,000 people, and confirmed cases hit a daily pandemic high of nearly 41,000 on Friday.

WATCH: Trump falsely takes credit for COVID-19 vaccine while delivering update on Operation Warp Speed

By Zeke Miller, Kevin Freking, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press

President Donald Trump is set to deliver his first public remarks since his defeat by President-elect Joe Biden, as he seeks to highlight positive developments in the race for a vaccine for the resurgent coronavirus.

WATCH: California officials give coronavirus update

By Associated Press

A statement from Newsom’s office Friday says the advisories urge against non-essential out-of-state travel. It recommends people quarantine for 14 days after arriving from another state or country and encourages residents to stay local.

WATCH: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker gives coronavirus update

By Alanna Durkin Richer, Steve LeBlanc, Associated Press

Once a coronavirus hot spot, Massachusetts was seen as a model for infection control this summer as coronavirus cases and deaths dwindled. Now, experts are warning the state could be headed for a bleak winter.