FDA Clears One-Dose Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine
The U.S. now has a third vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The Food and Drug Administration on Saturday cleared a Johnson & Johnson shot that works with just one dose instead of two.
Cooper Vetoes Bill That Would Force K-12 Schools To Reopen
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper on Friday rejected a bill that would compel the stateβs 115 K-12 public school districts to reopen with at least partial in-person instruction, while also allowing parents the option of keeping their kids learning remotely.
Some Crossing Boarder For Services In South Carolina Where COVID Restrictions Ease
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster loosening more COVID-19 restrictions on Friday, allowing bars to serve alcohol past 11 p.m. and large events to go on without extra approval.
Governor Cooper Says A Federally Funded COVID-19 Vaccination Site Is Opening In North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper announced on Friday that a new COVID-19 vaccination center is opening in Greensboro, North Carolina in partnership with the federal government.
U.S. Advisers Endorse Single-Shot COVID-19 Vaccine From J&J
U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic.
Governor McMaster Lifts COVID-19 Restrictions On Gatherings And Alcohol Sales In South Carolina
Governor Henry McMaster says on Monday, March 1st alcohol sales will be allowed past the 11 p.m. curfew and restrictions on large gatherings will be lifted in South Carolina.Β
Dems Near Relief Bill OK By House, Ponder Wage Plan Rescue
A $1.9 trillion package aimed at helping the country rebuild from the pandemic seemed headed toward House passage Friday, even as Democrats searched for a way to revive their derailed drive to boost the minimum wage.
Governor Cooper Lifts Curfew In North Carolina On February 26th
Governor Roy Cooper says on Friday, February 26th North Carolina's modified Stay-At-Home order will be lifted and there will no longer be a curfew in the state.
Preparations Underway For Loosened COVID Restrictions Across NC
Mecklenburg County Health Director Gibbie Harris is urging the community to stay cautious. She says despite Governor Roy Cooper loosening COVID restrictions across the state, the level of virus in Mecklenburg County is still high.
Gov. Cooper Extends Legislation That Allows Bar Owners To Defer ABC Permit Fees
Governor Roy Cooper says a new piece of legislation he signed on Thursday will help struggling bar owners by allowing them to defer ABC permit fees until they can reopen at full capacity.
Mecklenburg County Resumes List Of In-Person Services
Mecklenburg County officials say as the COVID-19 Public Health Directive expires Friday they will resume in-person services including services that have been operating virtually or suspended since January 15th.
NC Bars & Restaurants Will Be Able To Seat More People And Stay Open Longer
Governor Roy Cooper is easing COVID restrictions in North Carolina. For the first time in 11 months, people will be allowed to sit inside a private bar with 30% capacity. Restaurants, breweries, and wineries can operate at 50% capacity.
CMS To Allow More Fans At School Sporting Events
CMS officials say on March 1st they will increase the number of spectators allowed at outdoor athletic events after Governor Cooper's newest executive order is enacted on Friday, February 26th that eases restrictions in North Carolina.
FDA Says Single-Dose Shot From J&J Prevents Severe COVID
Johnson & Johnsonβs single-dose vaccine offers strong protection against severe COVID-19, according to an analysis released Wednesday by U.S. regulators that sets the stage for a final decision on a new and easier-to-use shot to help tame the pandemic.
SC Teachers, Essential Workers Could Get Vaccine Next Month
Teachers, grocery store employees and other frontline essential workers in South Carolina could be eligible for the coronavirus vaccine in two to three weeks, the stateβs top health official told lawmakers Tuesday.
North Carolina Teachers Prepare For Vaccination
On the verge of getting the vaccine, educators across North Carolina are preparing for their shot on Wednesday.Β
Fewer North Carolina Counties In Critical Tier For COVID-19
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services updated the COVID-19 County Alert System, which shows 27 red counties β a decrease from 61 red counties on the previous Feb. 4 County Alert System β and the fewest red counties in the state since the start of the County Alert System.Β Β
US Tops 500,000 Virus Deaths, Matching The Toll Of 3 Wars
The COVID-19 death toll in the U.S. topped 500,000 Monday, all but matching the number of Americans killed in World War II, Korea and Vietnam combined.
CMS Middle & High School Students Return To In-Person Learning On Monday
A reassuring Superintendent Earnest Winston says the district has all the safety protocols and practices in place to welcome back the first group of middle school and high school students on Monday.
North Carolina Faces COVID Vaccine Delays Amid Poor Weather
North Carolina vaccine providers have yet to receive nearly 300,000 COVID-19 vaccines the federal government was set to deliver this week, state health officials announced Thursday morning.
South Carolinaβs Abortion Ban Suspended A Day After Becoming Law
South Carolinaβs new law banning most abortions was suspended by a federal judge Friday on its second day in effect.
United House Of Prayer Partners With County To Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
Mecklenburg County Public Health will be co-hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic with the United House of Prayer for All People at their Beatties Ford location Saturday.
Two Young Florida Women Dressed As 'Grannies' In Effort To Get COVID Vaccine
Two young Florida women dressed up as "grannies" and went to a vaccine distribution in a failed attempt to get a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to Florida health officials.
Winter Weather Causes Delay In COVID-19 Vaccine Shipments In N.C.
North Carolina health officials say there continues to be a delay in some shipments and deliveries of the COVID-19 vaccine due to severe winter weather this week.
South Carolina Governor Awaits Bill Banning Most Abortions
A bill banning most abortions in South Carolina is heading to the governorβs desk Thursday and he has promised to sign it into law as soon as he can. The measure is unlikely to take effect, however, as it faces almost certain challenges in court.
