US coronavirus deaths surpass 50,000, according to Johns Hopkins

The number of people who have died from COVID-19 surpassed 50,000 on April 24, according to the most recent data from Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.

Police: Woman charged after spitting on 2 people in separate incidents

Philadelphia police say a woman has been charged in connection with spitting on two people in separate incidents in Center City.

1 in 4 Americans have lost job because of coronavirus; most think they'll return to work

One out of every four American adults say someone in their household has lost a job to the coronavirus pandemic, but the vast majority expect those former jobs will return once the crisis passes

Retail to-go will allow many North Texas businesses to reopen Friday

Many retail stores will reopen Friday for to-go service, and Texas Governor Greg Abbott says more business openings could be on the way, with safety precautions.

Two new drive-thru COVID-19 testing sites open in Tarrant County

Tarrant County's judge said a delay in some reporting is partially to blame for the county’s high case total on Thursday. It comes as new free testing sites open in the county.

North Texas residents celebrate another 'Thank You Thursday'

It was Thank You Thursday again – the day when North Texans are asked to go outside and be loud and grateful.

Somber Congress delivers nearly $500B more in virus aid

The House is reassembling to send President Donald Trump a fourth bipartisan bill to help businesses crippled by the coronavirus.

10,000 deaths: Ravaged nursing homes plead for more testing

An industry group says only about a third of the 15,000 nursing homes in the U.S. have ready access to tests that can help isolate the sick and stop the spread.

Adding an extra layer of nylon pantyhose to a DIY face mask improves protection, researchers say

Nationwide shortages of key medical supplies amid the COVID-19 pandemic have forced millions of citizens to fashion protective equipment to keep themselves safe during the widespread outbreak. 

North Richland Hills bakery hopes to get back on track after receiving PPP loan

A struggling small business in North Richland Hills that whittled its staff down to one full-time employee is sharing optimism after learning it will receive a Paycheck Protection Program loan.

Family donates phone chargers to hospitals after phone call helped their loved one battling COVID-19

As Dr. Steve Hefler lay fighting COVID-19 in the ICU at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, his family in San Diego felt helpless because his cell phone died within 48 hours and he didn't have a charger.

Dallas County reports 7 more COVID-19 deaths, 80 new cases

Dallas County health officials reported seven more deaths related to COVID-19 on Thursday, along with 80 new cases.