World Health Organization Declares COVID-19 Outbreak A Pandemic
World Health Organization declares COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic.
Coronavirus Hotlines Open For S.C., N.C. Residents Including Specific Lines For Gaston and Mecklenburg County
On Thursday, the county opened a Coronovirus hotline for Mecklenburg County residents. People who think they might have symptoms or have questions can call: 980-314-9400
Cabarrus County Cancels Senior Health And Wellness Expo Due To Coronavirus
Cabarrus County has canceled the Wednesday, March 11th Senior Health and Wellness Expo at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center following the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services recommendation that those over 65 or those with underlying health conditions avoid large gatherings.
"Peter Rabbit 2" latest movie to delay release due to virus
Hollywood continued to shuffle its upcoming releases due to the coronavirus, as Sony Pictures on Tuesday announced that itβs moving βPeter Rabbit 2β to August.
Edge On The Clock: Tom Brady Is Going Hollywood
Tom Brady is officially moving! The New England Patriots quarterback is going Hollywood and opening up his own production company.
NBA Mulls Whether To Ban Fans From Games During Coronavirus Concerns
As coronavirus concerns creep into the sports world, Lebron James says he'll only play if there are fans in the stands. What do you think: should sporting events be played without fans for now?
Coronavirus Impacts In The Charlotte Area
There are no cases in the Charlotte region. A man from Spartanburg county, who passed through Charlotte-Douglas Airport on his way home from Italy, has a confirmed case of coronavirus. He did not have any symptoms while at the airport.
Five More People In Wake County Test Positive For Coronavirus, Says NC Health Dept.
Five more people in Wake County tested presumptively positive Monday for coronavirus, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
Italy Imposes Nationwide Restrictions To Contain New Virus
Italian Premier Giuseppe Conte says travel restrictions and other strict public health measures will be imposed nationwide starting Tuesday to try to stop the spread of the new coronavirus.
Dow Suffers Steepest Drop Since 2008 Financial Crisis, Oil Prices Crash | PHOTOS
Stocks went into a steep slide Monday on Wall Street as a combination of coronavirus fears and a crash in oil prices spread alarm through the market, triggering the first automatic halt in trading in over two decades to let investors catch their breath.
Mecklenburg County Public Health Department Provides COVID-19 Update
The Mecklenburg County Public Health Department provided an update on the county's preparations and response to COVID-19 after an announcement that a confirmed case of the virus passed through the CLT Airport.
4 New COVID-19 Cases Bring South Carolina's Total To 6
Four more South Carolina residents have tested positive for the new coronavirus, bringing the stateβs total to six presumptive cases of COVID-19 and the first indication that it has spread within a community.
CMS Is Making Plans To Handle Coronavirus
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) has made a second statement in the wake of two confirmed cases of coronavirus in North Carolina.
Texas Officials Cancel South By Southwest Festival In Austin Due To Coronavirus Concerns
Austin city officials have canceled the South by Southwest arts and technology festival.
NCAA Basketball Game Held In Empty Gym Because Of Coronavirus
A Division III menβs basketball NCAA Tournament game Friday afternoon at Johns Hopkins University is believed to be the first U.S. sports event held without fans because of the new coronavirus.
Salisbury VA Medical Center Will Implement Screenings To Prevent Virus Outbreak
The Salisbury Veterans Affairs Health Care System (HCS) is taking proactive measures with limited the spread of COVID-19 by screening all individuals who want to enter the property for the virus.
Second Case Of Coronavirus Confirmed In North Carolina
A second North Carolina person, unrelated to the first case, has tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Trump Signs $8.3B Bill To Combat Coronavirus Outbreak In U.S.
President Donald Trump on Friday signed an $8.3 billion measure to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak that has killed 12 people in the U.S. and infected more than 200.
Tryon Medical Partners Preparing For Coronavirus In Mecklenburg County
Dr. Ryan Shelton from Tryon Medical Partners explains how you can protect yourself from the coronavirus outbreak.
North Carolina Air-Quality Forecasts Are Getting More Local
North Carolina residents are getting more site-specific information this year about the air that they breathe and whether it might make sense to keep inside.
Coronavirus Concerns & Your Money
Capitalwize managing partner George Acheampong Jr. explains how the coronavirus can impact your investments.
Health Department Preparing for Possible Coronavirus Cases in Mecklenburg County
We're learning more about Mecklenburg County's plan to fight the coronavirus. The county health director told commissioners her department is preparing now, because it's likely we will see cases here.
Cleaning Products That Can Help Protect You Against Novel Coronavirus
As more cases of the coronavirus are being confirmed throughout the country, including the first case in North Carolina, people have lots of questions about what they can do to prep for the virus.
New James Bond Film Release Pushed Back 7 Months Due To Coronavirus
The release of the James Bond film βNo Time To Dieβ has been pushed back several months because of global concerns about coronavirus.
North Carolina Resident Tests Positive For Coronavirus
A Wake County resident has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), says Governor Roy Cooper's office. State leaders say the person is "doing well" and is in isolation at home.
