Trump gives governors 3-phase plan to reopen economy
New White House guidelines outline a phased approach to restoring normal commerce and services, but only for places with strong testing and seeing a decrease in COVID-19 cases.
New White House guidelines outline a phased approach to restoring normal commerce and services, but only for places with strong testing and seeing a decrease in COVID-19 cases.
Despite stay-at-home order, hundreds gather to watch cars turn doughnuts in California, troopers say
The California Highway Patrol broke up a gathering over the weekend where hundreds of people watched cars turn doughnuts in a Sacramento street.
The California Highway Patrol broke up a gathering over the weekend where hundreds of people watched cars turn doughnuts in a Sacramento street.
Is it safe to open mail and packages during the pandemic?
Is it safe to open mail and packages during the pandemic?
Is it safe to open mail and packages during the pandemic?
Howard Finkel, WWE's legendary ring announcer, dies at 69
Howard Finkel, the legendary ring announcer who spent decades introducing performers with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), has passed away at the age of 69, according to a news release.
Howard Finkel, the legendary ring announcer who spent decades introducing performers with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), has passed away at the age of 69, according to a news release.
#SoundTheHorn at noon Thursday to honor transit workers
SEATTLE -- Thousands of bus, train and ferry horns will sound at the same time at noon Thursday (Pacific time) to honor transit workers both locally and across the country who continue to provide a critical service during the coronavirus outbreak.From King County Metro:"Thursday, April 16, Metro will #SoundTheHorn to honor transit workers in our area & across the country.
SEATTLE -- Thousands of bus, train and ferry horns will sound at the same time at noon Thursday (Pacific time) to honor transit workers both locally and across the country who continue to provide a critical service during the coronavirus outbreak.From King County Metro:"Thursday, April 16, Metro will #SoundTheHorn to honor transit workers in our area & across the country.
President Trump expected to announce new guidelines for easing restrictions to states Thursday
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump said he’s prepared to announce new guidelines allowing some states to quickly ease up on social distancing even as business leaders told him they need more coronavirus testing and personal protective equipment before people can safely go back to work.The industry executives cautioned Trump that the return to normalcy will be anything but swift.The new guidelines, expected to be announced Thursday, are aimed at clearing the way for an easing of restrictions in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in place in harder-hit places.
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump said he’s prepared to announce new guidelines allowing some states to quickly ease up on social distancing even as business leaders told him they need more coronavirus testing and personal protective equipment before people can safely go back to work.The industry executives cautioned Trump that the return to normalcy will be anything but swift.The new guidelines, expected to be announced Thursday, are aimed at clearing the way for an easing of restrictions in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in place in harder-hit places.
Without a vaccine, health experts say mass testing is one way to slowly reopen the economy
SEATTLE - When Washingtonians start to tiptoe back to reviving the economy, life will certainly not be the same.Researchers say things like concerts and packed stadiums cannot happen most likely until a vaccine.“We are in the business of making information that is helpful for policymakers,” Theo Vos with the Institute For Health Metrics and Evaluation said.The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at UW Medicine is doing critical work pinpointing a timeframe for each jurisdiction across the U.S. to potentially open back up.“We hope to set targets for jurisdictions to prepare themselves for being able to lift some of the harshest restrictions,” Vos said.There is a lot of pressure to get the models right.“Seventy folks are working almost day and night to get these projections,” Vos said.IHME’s model of Washington state shows a dip in deaths by May, which state leaders are using to come up with decisions.But Professor Vos says lifting restrictions can only come with mass testing, and U.S. Rep.
SEATTLE - When Washingtonians start to tiptoe back to reviving the economy, life will certainly not be the same.Researchers say things like concerts and packed stadiums cannot happen most likely until a vaccine.“We are in the business of making information that is helpful for policymakers,” Theo Vos with the Institute For Health Metrics and Evaluation said.The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at UW Medicine is doing critical work pinpointing a timeframe for each jurisdiction across the U.S. to potentially open back up.“We hope to set targets for jurisdictions to prepare themselves for being able to lift some of the harshest restrictions,” Vos said.There is a lot of pressure to get the models right.“Seventy folks are working almost day and night to get these projections,” Vos said.IHME’s model of Washington state shows a dip in deaths by May, which state leaders are using to come up with decisions.But Professor Vos says lifting restrictions can only come with mass testing, and U.S. Rep.
Everett asks community to use parks responsibly
EVERETT, Wash. - Everett City officials say they have an issue with people misusing their parks during the coronavirus pandemic.“We’ve had a lot of crowds out in the park due to the nice weather,” said Bob Leonard. “Using the parks like it was a typical summer weekend, or a typical holiday weekend, not like there is a pandemic going on,” he added.Leonard is the Director of Parks for the City of Everett.He says the way the community is using city parks is causing several concerns.There is an obvious concern focusing on safety and social distancing, but Leonard says due to limited city staffing at parks, litter is also becoming an issue.“We have limited staff out there with the hope and expectation that we would have a lot less traffic and therefore a lot less garbage,” he said.Leonard says the city wants the community to go outside; they want the community to use city parks, however the hope is the community will use them responsibly.“To be able to enjoy the parks on a more passive nature, to go to their local park, exercise, walk their dog, ride a bike, but not to stay for any length of time, or gather in groups, or use any of the active recreation amenities,” said Leonard.Leonard suggests if you have to drive to a park, then you probably shouldn’t be going there during the coronavirus.
EVERETT, Wash. - Everett City officials say they have an issue with people misusing their parks during the coronavirus pandemic.“We’ve had a lot of crowds out in the park due to the nice weather,” said Bob Leonard. “Using the parks like it was a typical summer weekend, or a typical holiday weekend, not like there is a pandemic going on,” he added.Leonard is the Director of Parks for the City of Everett.He says the way the community is using city parks is causing several concerns.There is an obvious concern focusing on safety and social distancing, but Leonard says due to limited city staffing at parks, litter is also becoming an issue.“We have limited staff out there with the hope and expectation that we would have a lot less traffic and therefore a lot less garbage,” he said.Leonard says the city wants the community to go outside; they want the community to use city parks, however the hope is the community will use them responsibly.“To be able to enjoy the parks on a more passive nature, to go to their local park, exercise, walk their dog, ride a bike, but not to stay for any length of time, or gather in groups, or use any of the active recreation amenities,” said Leonard.Leonard suggests if you have to drive to a park, then you probably shouldn’t be going there during the coronavirus.
Washington Attorney General directs company to stop eviction notices during COVID-19 pandemic
People who can’t afford their rent during the COVID-19 pandemic are receiving eviction notices from their landlords. But state officials say those notices are illegal under Washington’s eviction moratorium.
People who can’t afford their rent during the COVID-19 pandemic are receiving eviction notices from their landlords. But state officials say those notices are illegal under Washington’s eviction moratorium.
Inslee: Social distancing is working, but stay-at-home order may go past May 4
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said Wednesday that social distancing efforts in the state have been successful in “flattening the curve” of the coronavirus outbreak and that if the trend continues, the state should be able to transition away from the broad restrictions that have been imposed since last month to more targeted efforts to protect vulnerable populations.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said Wednesday that social distancing efforts in the state have been successful in “flattening the curve” of the coronavirus outbreak and that if the trend continues, the state should be able to transition away from the broad restrictions that have been imposed since last month to more targeted efforts to protect vulnerable populations.
President Trump: Data indicates US is 'past the peak' of COVID-19 epidemic
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump says data indicates the U.S. is “past the peak” of the COVID-19 epidemic, clearing the way for his plans to roll out guidelines to begin to “reopen” the country.Speaking during his daily press briefing, Trump called the latest data “encouraging,” saying they have “put us in a very strong position to finalize guidelines for states on reopening the country.” Trump said those guidelines will be unveiled Thursday at the White House.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updatesThe guidelines are expected to clear the way for an easing of social distancing guidelines in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in place in harder-hit places.
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump says data indicates the U.S. is “past the peak” of the COVID-19 epidemic, clearing the way for his plans to roll out guidelines to begin to “reopen” the country.Speaking during his daily press briefing, Trump called the latest data “encouraging,” saying they have “put us in a very strong position to finalize guidelines for states on reopening the country.” Trump said those guidelines will be unveiled Thursday at the White House.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updatesThe guidelines are expected to clear the way for an easing of social distancing guidelines in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in place in harder-hit places.
Contact tracing: Process could prove pivotal in lifting widespread COVID-19 stay-at-home orders
In the 2011 pandemic thriller “Contagion,” Dr.
In the 2011 pandemic thriller “Contagion,” Dr.
Calculator estimates how much time and money you save by working from home
CINCINNATI - As millions of Americans find themselves suddenly working remotely amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, they’re also likely saving themselves both time and money in ways they might not expect.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updatesBetween dialing into Zoom calls and skipping the morning shower, the average U.S. worker can save almost $5,000 a year, according to a calculator created by the career site Zippia.Zippia used a default amount of time and money involved for typical work-related activities, including an average of $.50 for the cost of each 15 minute hot shower and $1.25 for beauty and personal care products used during 30 minutes per groom session to look presentable at the office.There’s also the cost of getting there.
CINCINNATI - As millions of Americans find themselves suddenly working remotely amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, they’re also likely saving themselves both time and money in ways they might not expect.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updatesBetween dialing into Zoom calls and skipping the morning shower, the average U.S. worker can save almost $5,000 a year, according to a calculator created by the career site Zippia.Zippia used a default amount of time and money involved for typical work-related activities, including an average of $.50 for the cost of each 15 minute hot shower and $1.25 for beauty and personal care products used during 30 minutes per groom session to look presentable at the office.There’s also the cost of getting there.
Famed jazz musicians to perform in livestreamed ‘Worldwide Concert for Culture’ from Lincoln Center
Jazz at Lincoln Center’s annual Spring Gala is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year.
Jazz at Lincoln Center’s annual Spring Gala is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year.
Tourism officials: Avoid travel to the San Juan Islands, even for day trips
SAN JUAN ISLANDS, Wash. -- Tourism officials for the San Juan Islands are asking visitors to postpone all travel to the islands - even day trips - to limit the spread of COVID-19.This includes boaters who want to anchor out or pick up a mooring buoy, and also includes people with cabins or other homes that aren't their primary residences.Officials say health care and emergency resources are limited on the islands, and travel there does not comply with the governor's statewide Stay Home, Stay Healthy order that's in place through May 4."Coming to the islands may provide some social distancing peace of mind, but you will be jeopardizing a community with limited essential supplies and limited response resources," officials said.San Juan County Parks and the San Juan Island National Historical Park currently remain open with restrooms closed in most instances.
SAN JUAN ISLANDS, Wash. -- Tourism officials for the San Juan Islands are asking visitors to postpone all travel to the islands - even day trips - to limit the spread of COVID-19.This includes boaters who want to anchor out or pick up a mooring buoy, and also includes people with cabins or other homes that aren't their primary residences.Officials say health care and emergency resources are limited on the islands, and travel there does not comply with the governor's statewide Stay Home, Stay Healthy order that's in place through May 4."Coming to the islands may provide some social distancing peace of mind, but you will be jeopardizing a community with limited essential supplies and limited response resources," officials said.San Juan County Parks and the San Juan Island National Historical Park currently remain open with restrooms closed in most instances.
Online banking outages reported on same day millions of Americans receive stimulus payment
Several online banking issues were reported Wednesday on the same day that more than 80 million Americans were expected to receive a stimulus payment into their bank account.
Several online banking issues were reported Wednesday on the same day that more than 80 million Americans were expected to receive a stimulus payment into their bank account.
