US moves nearer to shutdown amid coronavirus fears

Officials across the country curtailed many elements of American life to fight the coronavirus outbreak on Sunday, with health officials recommending that groups of 50 or more don't get together and a government expert saying a 14-day national shutdown may be needed. 

CDC recommends no gatherings of 50 people or more for 8 weeks

The CDC is recommending that gatherings of 50 people or more in US be canceled or postponed over next eight weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic.

100 coronavirus questions answered by world-leading virologist Peter Piot

Professor Peter Piot, a world-leading virologist and the director of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, answered 100 questions about the coronavirus during an interview with TEDMED Foundation Director Jay Walker.

Texas Rangers players leaving spring training to return home

The Texas Rangers closed down the team's major league training camp in Arizona, and many players are headed back to North Texas or to their off-season homes.

California governor calls for closure of all bars and wineries

California Governor Gavin Newsom has called for the temporary closure of all bars and wineries throughout the state. As well as suggested home isolation of everyone 65 and older due to the coronavirus.

Dallas opens temporary overnight shelter due to social distancing at other shelters

Dallas is opening a temporary, overnight shelter at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center on Sunday after social distancing at other shelters caused them to not have enough beds.

New Jersey to order all schools to close

All public and private schools will be ordered to close down to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, Gov. Phil Murphy said Sunday. Details are scheduled to be announced Monday once a plan is reached with the state Department of Education.

Austin's first drive-through coronavirus testing location open

If health providers determine that a patient should be tested for COVID-19, then specimen collection can be arranged, including at the drive-through location.

Spain limits movements, closes shops and other establishments to stem virus spread

Spain's government announced Saturday that it is placing tight restrictions on movements and closing restaurants and other establishments in the nation of 46 million people as part of a two-week state of emergency to fight the sharp rise in coronavirus infections.

Lakers, Clippers, Kings create fund to financially support hourly Staples workers impacted by suspended season

The Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, and Kings are joining forces to help set up a fund to provide financial support to all hourly employees impacted by the suspension of events at Staples Center. 

Why is toilet paper vanishing from supermarkets?

You might notice something unusual, not to mention unfortunate, next time you try to stock up on bathroom supplies at your local grocery store.