Researchers: Global death toll from COVID-19 surpasses 200,000

The worldwide death toll topped 200,000, according to a tally compiled by John Hopkins University from government figures. The actual death toll is believed to be far higher.

Dallas salon opens for business despite COVID-19 stay-at-home order

A Dallas salon owner is now open for business, despite a county order that says her non-essential business must stay closed.

Nurse asks: ‘Is the hair appointment so you can look good while you’re in the casket?’

A Texas nurse has a stark warning for people considering visiting reopened businesses as states like Georgia and Oklahoma begin to ease social distancing guidelines despite warnings from health experts. 

98-year-old WWII veteran beats COVID-19, receives ovation from hospital staff

A 98-year-old World War II veteran left a hospital in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England, on April 22, to applause from staff after beating COVID-19.

No, don't inject disinfectant: Outcry over Trump's musing

The maker of Lysol and another disinfectant says its products should not be used as an internal treatment for the coronavirus.

Dallas officer hospitalized due to COVID-19 recovers, returns to work

The only Dallas police officer to be hospitalized with COVID-19 is returning to work Saturday after a long battle with the virus.

Texas releases statewide online map for COVID-19 testing sites

The map displays detailed information on public and private testing sites including mobile, walk-in, and drive-thru locations. 

Navy recommends reinstatement of fired USS Theodore Roosevelt captain over coronavirus warning

The Navy has recommended the reinstatement of Navy Capt. Brett Crozier fired for sending a fraught email to commanders pleading for faster action to protect his crew from a coronavirus outbreak.

Dallas County reports five deaths, 71 new COVID-19 cases on Friday

Four of the five deaths from COVID-19 reported by Dallas County health officials on Friday were people who lived in nursing homes.

FDA warns against use of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 outside of hospitals, clinical trials

The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about the antimalarial drugs after it became aware of reported heart risks. Both have been embraced by Trump and others as a potential COVID-19 treatment.

Trump signs $484 billion measure to aid employers, hospitals

resident Donald Trump has signed a $484 billion bill that aids employers and hospitals under stress from the coronavirus pandemic.