Cuomo: Coronavirus deaths, hospitalizations drop in NY for the first time

The number of daily deaths and hospitalizations due to coronavirus in New York fell for the first time since the crisis began, Governor Andrew Cuomo said at a press conference on Sunday, even as the death toll rose by 594.

Half of people with coronavirus have no symptoms, data shows

Experts say the discovery has critical implications and shows that even more widespread testing may be needed to identify all carriers.

Archdiocese encourages remote viewing of Palm Sunday Mass

With all Roman Catholic churches in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles closed in connection with the coronavirus outbreak, the archdiocese is encouraging the faithful to view today's Palm Sunday Massremotely.

US ‘wasted’ months before preparing for pandemic: AP investigation

A review of federal purchasing contracts by The Associated Press shows federal agencies waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.

Where will the bodies go? Morgues plan as coronavirus grows

In general, few morgues in the country can hold even 200 to 300 bodies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has asked the Defense Department for 100,000 body bags to prepare for the coronavirus pandemic.

‘Toughest’ weeks ahead as coronavirus spreads, Trump says

“There will be a lot of death, unfortunately,” Trump said in a somber start to his daily briefing on the pandemic, “There will be death.”

COVID-19-themed murals bring hope to LA

A handful of COVID-19-themed murals have been popping up around LA with messages of hope along with orders to stay home.

Local company pivots to make much-needed 'face shields'

During Saturday's news conference with Governor Newsom, he mentioned a new website that would allow people and companies to register the medical supplies they can contribute.    

'Angel Cop': Skid Row officer gets HGTV home makeover after serving community for twenty years

At a time when our first responders are on the front line in the coronavirus crisis, one LAPD police officer goes home each night to a little piece of paradise. Deon Joseph and his family received an HGTV Extreme Home Makeover.

City of Ventura closes beaches, parks in response to COVID-19 outbreak

The City of Ventura announced on Saturday the closure of all parks and beaches until further notice due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Resident of West LA veterans home tests positive for COVID-19

A resident of the Veterans Home of California in West Los Angeles tested positive for COVID-19 and was taken to the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center for treatment, authorities said Saturday.  

Illinois man who killed wife and then himself feared both had COVID-19, police say

A man who killed his wife and then himself earlier this week in southwest suburban Lockport Township told family that he feared he and his wife had contracted the coronavirus, according to police.

LA County coronavirus cases top 5,200 as 28 new deaths reported

Los Angeles County health officials reported on Saturday the largest one-day increase in deaths and new COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began, with 28 more fatalities and 711 new cases added to the toll.  

786 coronavirus cases reported in Orange County with 14 deaths

Orange County health officials Saturday reported 75 new cases of COVID-19 and one death, bringing the totals to 786 cases and 14 deaths.

Masks auctioned off for $25,000+ during coronavirus pandemic

Pallets of masks that were once government surplus have been auctioned off for tens of thousands of dollars amid the coronavirus pandemic and states are in a fierce battle to get them in the hands of first responders.