North Texas food pantries see higher demand amid coronavirus pandemic

These organizations are trying to do what they can to continue to serve hundreds of families in need while still keeping safe social distancing measures and working with fewer volunteers and staff.

Over 1.5 billion globally told to stay home to avoid spreading coronavirus

Warning that the outbreak continues to accelerate, the head of the World Health Organization called on countries to take strong, coordinated action.

DeSantis to issue executive order requiring 14-day isolation for those traveling from NYC area to Florida

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a press conference Monday afternoon, saying he is issuing an executive order that would require mandatory 14-day self-isolation for anyone traveling to the Sunshine State from the New York City area.

Childcare centers can stay open during Dallas County shelter-at-home order

The goal is to allow the many people with essential jobs to obtain childcare while they go to work, but some day care centers may choose to close. It also appears the county is relying on people with non-essential jobs to police themselves. 

UT Dallas staff donate medical supplies to Parkland during shortage

With the shortage in personal protective equipment (PPE) amidst the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, UT Dallas staff donated supplies to a local hospital.

Sen. Rand Paul kept working for 6 days after virus test

Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul was tested a week ago for the novel coronavirus, but continued working at the Capitol because he “felt that it was highly unlikely” he was sick since had no symptoms of the illness, he said Monday.

Man charged with coughing in Chicago cops’ faces and saying he had coronavirus

Anthony Ponzi is charged with two felony counts of aggravated battery to a peace officer and several misdemeanor charges, including battery DUI and resisting arrest, Chicago police said.

Fire department hands out free meals for truck drivers in Arkansas

With many restaurants closing their doors, some firefighters in Arkansas have taken it upon themselves to help feed truckers whose meal options are dwindling.

Sen. Amy Klobuchar: My husband has the coronavirus

Minnesota U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar's husband has the coronavirus and is hospitalized, Klobuchar said in an online post Monday morning.

Dallas County reports two new deaths, 24 new positive cases of COVID-19 coronavirus

The deaths were both men in their 60s from Dallas, officials said, and both had been critically ill at the hospital. There are now four coronavirus deaths in the county.

Mayor of Waco issues shelter-in-place order for the city

People aren't allowed to leave their homes except for essential activities and all non-essential businesses must shut down and employees are asked to work from home.