Moderna Says Its Low-Dose COVID Shots Work For Kids Under 6
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
NCDHHS Estimates More Than 2,579,000 North Carolinians Have Recovered From Covid-19
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services estimates over 2,579,000 North Carolina residents have recovered from Covid-19.
South Carolina Department Of Environmental Control Informs Public On Chicken Pox Vaccine
In response to the first two chickenpox outbreaks in South Carolina since 2020, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is urging parents and providers to keep children up to date on vaccinations to limit the spread of preventable diseases.
North Carolina Reports 2,620,191 Positive Cases Of Coronavirus, 23,091 Deaths, 616 Hospitalizations
North Carolina is reporting 819 new cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours and a total of 61 COVID-19 related deaths since Thursday. There are currently 616 COVID-19 related hospitalizations in the state.
North Carolina Reports 40% Increase In Overdose Deaths In 2020
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced that an average of nine North Carolinians died each day from a drug overdose in 2020, a 40% increase from the previous year.
UNC Charlotte Updates COVID Protocol On Campus
UNC Charlotte will be making several changes to its COVID-19 safety protocol on campus including eliminating mitigation testing for employees and off-campus students beginning Monday.
Moderna Seeks FDA Authorization For 4th Dose Of COVID Shot
Drugmaker Moderna has asked the Food and Drug Administration to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults
Federal Jury In Charlotte Convicts Father & Son Of $1.7 Million COVID-19 Relief Fraud
A federal jury in Charlotte convicted two men on Thursday for submitting fraudulent loan applications seeking more than $1.7 million in COVID-19 aid.
Local Officials Address Plans For Next Phase Of The Pandemic
Local Officials released their plan for the current state of the pandemic and discussed methods of moving into a new phase with COVID-19.
AP Source: Pfizer Seeking OK For 4th COVID Dose For Seniors
Drugmaker Pfizer is expected to request authorization this week for an additional COVID-19 booster dose for seniors.
Courtside Hornets Fans Not Required To Be Vaccinated Or Show Proof Of Negative COVID Test
Hornets fans sitting in areas within 15 feet of the Spectrum Center court will no longer be required to be vaccinated or show proof of a negative COVID-19 test.
Mecklenburg County Detention Center To Resume Face-To-Face Visitation
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office will resume face-to-face visitation at Mecklenburg County Detention Center-Central starting on Monday, March 21.
Former President Obama Tests Positive For COVID-19, Says He's 'Feeling Fine'
Former President Barack Obama says he tested positive for the coronavirus.
Texas Clinics’ Lawsuit Over Abortion Ban ‘Effectively Over’
Texas abortion providers say their best hope of stopping the nation’s most restrictive abortion law is all but over. It comes after the Texas Supreme Court on Friday ended what little path forward clinics had under a federal lawsuit to stop the law known as Senate Bill 8.
DHEC: South Carolina To Begin Reporting COVID-19 Data Weekly, Closing More Testing Sites
Beginning March 15th, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control will begin reporting COVID-19 data once a week on Tuesdays.
US Extends Mask Rule For Travel While Weighing New Approach
Federal officials are extending the requirement for masks on planes and public transportation through mid-April while taking steps that could lead to lifting the rule.
Mecklenburg County To Host Free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
Mecklenburg County will host a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the Charlotte Transportation Center Wednesday afternoon.
NC Governor's Veto Of School Mask Mandate Opt-Out Is Upheld
The North Carolina legislature has failed to override another of Gov. Roy Cooper’s vetoes.
Tony Awards To Return To Radio City Music Hall In June
In another sign that show business is snapping back to its pre-pandemic rhythm, the Tony Awards will once again take place in June and at a familiar location, Radio City Music Hall.
Death Toll Surpasses 6 Million For Pandemic Now In 3rd Year
The death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6 million.
Mecklenburg County Reports 271,497 Positive Cases Of Coronavirus, 1,569 Deaths
As of March 2nd, there were 271,497 cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) with 1,569 deaths due to COVID-19 reported among Mecklenburg County residents.
South Carolina Lawmakers Stall Abortion Bills Through Walkout
Two South Carolina lawmakers have managed to delay two abortion-related bills by simply leaving the room.
Biden Seeks $10B For Aid To Ukraine, $22.5B For Coronavirus
The Biden administration is seeking another $10 billion to help protect Ukraine against the Russian invasion and an additional $22.5 billion to cover coronavirus pandemic-related expenses, two major additions to budget talks already underway.
Nearly Half Of Biden's 500M Free COVID Tests Still Unclaimed
Nearly half of the 500 million free COVID-19 tests that the Biden administration recently made available to Americans still haven’t been claimed as virus cases plummet and people feel less urgency to test.
Mask-Optional Policy Begins Next Week At Most NC Agencies
Mask-wearing inside most North Carolina state government buildings will become optional starting next Monday through an executive order from Gov. Roy Cooper.
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