Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez out for season after developing heart inflammation from COVID-19
Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez won't be able to play this season because he has heart inflammation caused by COVID-19. "You're more at risk when you're older, but it hits the young pretty hard, too, at times. And Eddie just, unfortunately, is one of those guys that it hit hard, and to get to lose an entire season, it's pretty rough on anybody," said a Red Sox official.
Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez won't be able to play this season because he has heart inflammation caused by COVID-19. "You're more at risk when you're older, but it hits the young pretty hard, too, at times. And Eddie just, unfortunately, is one of those guys that it hit hard, and to get to lose an entire season, it's pretty rough on anybody," said a Red Sox official.
MLB Commissioner: We'll get through season, but winning percentages might determine playoff teams
The MLB commissioner says that he is confident the season will continue, but says some clubs might not play all 60 games, and winning percentages might be used to determine who makes it to the playoffs. His statements come after the Marlins got hit by an outbreak, a Red Sox player has developed COVID-19 related heart inflammation and some players are saying they won't play until next year, no matter what.
The MLB commissioner says that he is confident the season will continue, but says some clubs might not play all 60 games, and winning percentages might be used to determine who makes it to the playoffs. His statements come after the Marlins got hit by an outbreak, a Red Sox player has developed COVID-19 related heart inflammation and some players are saying they won't play until next year, no matter what.
Brewers-Cardinals series at Miller Park postponed due to COVID-19
The Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday announced the postponement of Sunday's doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals -- marking the postponement of the entire weekend series.
The Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday announced the postponement of Sunday's doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals -- marking the postponement of the entire weekend series.
South Africa hits 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, still not at peak
South Africa on Saturday surpassed 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, representing more than 50% of all reported coronavirus infections in Africa’s 54 countries.
South Africa on Saturday surpassed 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, representing more than 50% of all reported coronavirus infections in Africa’s 54 countries.
Dallas County tops 50,000 COVID-19 cases
Dallas County has now reported more than 50,000 COVID-19 cases, though county health officials reported less than 1,000 for the seventh day in a row.
Dallas County has now reported more than 50,000 COVID-19 cases, though county health officials reported less than 1,000 for the seventh day in a row.
Airbnb summer rental safety amid COVID-19 pandemic: What to know before you check in
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.
Road trip? Quarantines mess with Americans' travel plans
Families trying to get in a last-minute vacation before school starts better do some homework on COVID-19 restrictions before loading up the minivan.
Families trying to get in a last-minute vacation before school starts better do some homework on COVID-19 restrictions before loading up the minivan.
Man loses nearly 200 pounds in less than a year to ride new roller coaster
Jared Ream attributes his successful weight loss to focusing on a tangible goal.
Jared Ream attributes his successful weight loss to focusing on a tangible goal.
More reopening guidelines from state leaders lead to more confusion for North Texas school districts
Governor Greg Abbott and other elected officials offered up some clarification on state guidelines for Texas school districts as they prepare to reopen this fall.
Governor Greg Abbott and other elected officials offered up some clarification on state guidelines for Texas school districts as they prepare to reopen this fall.
Georgia camp with COVID-19 outbreak didn’t require masks
A Georgia overnight camp hit by a coronavirus outbreak took many precautions, but didn’t make campers wear masks or have proper ventilation in buildings, according to a government report released Friday.
A Georgia overnight camp hit by a coronavirus outbreak took many precautions, but didn’t make campers wear masks or have proper ventilation in buildings, according to a government report released Friday.
Mask mandate extended in Tarrant County as county officials report new daily record for COVID-19 deaths
There was a new one-day high of 18 deaths attributed to COVID-19 in Tarrant County on Friday.
There was a new one-day high of 18 deaths attributed to COVID-19 in Tarrant County on Friday.
City of Dallas works to spread eviction protection information
The end of the month means many people struggling to pay rent during the pandemic could be receiving eviction notices.
The end of the month means many people struggling to pay rent during the pandemic could be receiving eviction notices.
'I don’t judge one crowd vs. another': Fauci clashes with GOP lawmaker over protests during coronavirus
Dr. Anthony Fauci did not address the protests directly but said any crowd without masks is a risk.
Dr. Anthony Fauci did not address the protests directly but said any crowd without masks is a risk.
Lake Dallas ISD has perfect response to parent asking for 'teacher pay' during virtual learning
As North Texas schools continue to offer a virtual learning option during the COVID-19 pandemic, at least one parent thinks he should be paid for the work he’s doing with his child.
As North Texas schools continue to offer a virtual learning option during the COVID-19 pandemic, at least one parent thinks he should be paid for the work he’s doing with his child.
Rent's due, again: Monthly anxieties deepen as aid falls off
The coronavirus pandemic is entering a new month, meaning Americans struggling amid the economic fallout once again have to worry about paying their rent.
The coronavirus pandemic is entering a new month, meaning Americans struggling amid the economic fallout once again have to worry about paying their rent.
Fauci optimistic COVID-19 vaccine will be widely available
Dr. Anthony Fauci has told lawmakers that once a coronavirus vaccine is approved as safe and effective, Americans should have widespread access within a reasonable time.
Dr. Anthony Fauci has told lawmakers that once a coronavirus vaccine is approved as safe and effective, Americans should have widespread access within a reasonable time.
Dwaine Caraway's request for home confinement due to COVID-19 concerns denied
Former Dallas City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine Caraway had his request to be moved from federal prison to home confinement denied.
Former Dallas City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine Caraway had his request to be moved from federal prison to home confinement denied.
Lowe's shelling out $100M in coronavirus bonuses to hourly workers
Lowe's said the total amount it is spending on this round of bonuses is about $100 million, pushing its total investment in coronavirus relief funding for associates to approximately $500 million.
Lowe's said the total amount it is spending on this round of bonuses is about $100 million, pushing its total investment in coronavirus relief funding for associates to approximately $500 million.
Bryan Cranston recovers from COVID-19, donates plasma
Actor Bryan Cranston says he contracted and recovered from COVID-19 and has donated his plasma because it contains antibodies.
Actor Bryan Cranston says he contracted and recovered from COVID-19 and has donated his plasma because it contains antibodies.
Mom and pop restaurants ask for support as pandemic stretches on
The owner of a Far North Dallas diner said restaurants need more support in order to survive the pandemic.
The owner of a Far North Dallas diner said restaurants need more support in order to survive the pandemic.