Birthday Parades Brighten the Day for Charlotte Children
Parents are doing what they can to support their children while physical distancing.Β
People Across Our Area Are Turning To Their Vices To Stay Busy
Alcohol and CBD sales are increasing during the coronavirus crisis.
Atrium Health Sets Up Triage Tents Outside Hospital
Atrium Health set up triage tents outside the emergency department to provide specialized care for patients presenting mild COVID-19 symptoms without ever stepping foot in the emergency department.
North Carolina Governor: More COVID-19 Test Supplies Needed
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper responded to President Donald Trumpβs plan to reopen the economy by stressing that the state needs the federal governmentβs help supplying medical professionals to ramp up COVID-19 testing.
Catawba County Has 43 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases, 1 Death
Three new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Catawba County, bringing the countyβs total number of residents who have tested positive to 43. The health department has received 666 negative test results.
Cabarrus County Health Alliance Investigating Outbreaks Of COVID-19 After Local Residents Hold Wedding, Easter Gatherings
The Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA) says it is investigating outbreaks of Covid-19, in which at least 18 people were infected, after Cabarrus County residents held gatherings over the past two weeks.Β
Charlotte Knights Announce "Knights Care 4 CLT" Community Focused COVID-19 Initiative
The Charlotte Knights and Charlotte Knights Charities have announced "Knights Care 4 CLT", which is aimed at helping those affected by COVID-19.Β
Area Animal Shelters Set Up Pet Food Banks For Families In Need
For many people, pets are part of the family, but when times get tough, caring for them can become a burden. Thatβs where the humane society and local shelters come in to help.Β
How Will Coronavirus Crisis Impact Local Development?
Over the past few years, cranes have been a staple of the Charlotte skyline. Development is the sign of a healthy local economy. Now, it's being affected by the coronavirus.
President Trump Gives Governors 3-Phase Plan To Reopen Economy
President Donald Trump gave governors a road map Thursday for recovering from the economic pain of the coronavirus pandemic, laying out βa phased and deliberate approachβ to restoring normal activity in places that have strong testing and are seeing a decrease in COVID-19 cases.
Mecklenburg County Health Officials Release Guidance On When Masks Should Be Worn In Public
The Mecklenburg County Public Health Department (MCPH) has released guidance to the whole community on when masks should be worn and what types of masks are appropriate.
Small Business Lending Program On Hold After Reaching Limit
The governmentβs lending program for small businesses is on hold.
Healthy Headlines: When And How To Utilize Masks In Public Places
Dr. Genevieve Brauning of Novant Health joins Rising to discuss the finer points of when and how to utilize masks in public places.
As Unemployment Soars, Some Industries Looking For Workers
North Carolina unemployment surging to new highs since mid March. On Wednesday, Gov. Cooper said nearly 600,000 people had applied for unemployment benefits in the last six weeks. That numberis roughly 10% of the entire stateβs work force.
Growing Concern About COVID-19 Outbreaks at Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities
There's growing concern about COVID-19 outbreaks at local nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Health Departments across our area are working to contain the spread and keep the most vulnerable safe.
Fraternal Order Of Police Calling For CMPD To Limit The Calls Officers Respond To
It's also calling for hazard pay. Three CMPD officers and one department employee have coronavirus, and about 30 others are in quarantine.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Dr. Katie Borders
Atrium Health is honoring Dr. Katie Borders, an OB/GYN at Shelby Women's Care.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Nurse Brent Haas
Atrium Health is honoring RN, medical-surgical nurse, Brent Haas.
Local Hospitals Say COVID-19 Field Hospital Not Needed For Now
Atrium Health and Novant Health say the hospital bed surge capacity they are building is sufficient for now and they do not need a field hospital for the COVID-19 patients they serve within their systems.
Four CMPD Employees Test Positive For COVID-19; 28 Employees On Leave
The CMPD says three sworn officers and one non-sworn employee have tested positive for Covid-19.
Despite What You Are Seeing Online, Feds Say You Don't Have To Repay Your Coronavirus Relief Money
Videos and online reports claiming that millions of Americans will have to repay the relief checks they receive from the federal government under the $2.2 trillion coronavirus economic recovery bill are not true.
A Charlotte Calendar Featuring 'Men Of The Rail Trail' Is Helping Local Businesses Impacted By Coronavirus
You don't have to be a model to participate in the calendar. No matter who you nominate, you'll be helping workers in the service industry who have lost their jobs because of coronavirus.
State and Meck Co. Officials Eye Strategies For Opening Businesses
The next two weeks will be critical in ensuring that North Carolina continues to head in a positive direction and determine when and how businesses will be able to bounce back, thatβs the message from State Health Director Mandy Cohen.
President Donald Trump Halts U.S. Payments To The World Health Organization
President Donald Trump says he has directed a halt to U.S. payments to the World Health Organization pending a review of its warnings about the coronavirus and China.
Cleveland County Reports First Death Related To COVID-19
The Cleveland County Health Department is reporting the first death associated with COVID-19 in Cleveland County.
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