Humane Society of Charlotte Receives Relief Grant From HSUS
The Humane Society of Charlotte is grateful to announce that it has received a grant from the Humane Society of the United States to enhance and expand its current outreach programs.
POLITICAL WRAP: Coronavirus - Business vs. Health & Impact on Minorities
Rising tension between business leaders and health officials about when to re-open. And new data showing how minorities are at higher risk for Coronavirus infections and death.
Fears Of βWild Westβ As COVID-19 Blood Tests Hit The Market
Blood tests for the coronavirus could play a key role in deciding whether millions of Americans can safely return to work and school. But public health officials warn that the current βWild Westβ of unregulated tests is creating confusion that could ultimately slow the path to recovery.
North Carolina Has 4,520 COVID-19 Cases, 81 Deaths; Hospitalizations Decrease For Second Consecutive Day
As of April 12th, 2020, North Carolina is reporting 4,520 cases of coronavirus in 91 counties across the state.
UK PM Johnson Out Of The Hospital, Says Staff Saved His Life
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was discharged from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the coronavirus as the U.K. on Sunday became the fourth European country to surpass 10,000 virus-related deaths.
Local Churches Find Ways to Celebrate Easter, Despite No In-Person Services
Sunday, thousands of worshipers won't be in the pews of local churches for Easter Sunday, due to restrictions on mass gatherings. Instead, many will turn to online services.
20,000: U.S. Death Toll Overtakes Italy's As Midwest Braces
The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus eclipsed Italyβs for the highest in the world Saturday, surpassing 20,000, as Chicago and other cities across the Midwest braced for a potential surge in victims and moved to snuff out smoldering hot spots of contagion before they erupt.
Total Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Caldwell County Reaches 18
Caldwell County is reporting one new case of COVID-19 bringing the county's total number of cases t0 18.
One New Case Of COVID-19 Identified In Catawba County
Officials in Catawba County say the county has 33 positive COVID-19 tests and 503 negative test results.
North Carolina Has 4,312 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases, 80 Deaths
As of April 11th, 2020, North Carolina is reporting 4,312 cases of coronavirus across the state.
Apple, Google To Harness Phones For Virus Infection Tracking
Apple and Google fueled hopes for digital technologyβs promise against a fast-moving, invisible killer, announcing a joint effort to help public health agencies worldwide leverage smartphones to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.
RV Owners Are Opening Their Doors To Lend A Helping Hand To Health Care Providers.
The workers on the front lines don't want to bring that battle home, so strangers are helping provide them with a place to stay.
Charlotte Financial Planner Offers Pro Bono Services
A Charlotte financial planning service is offering free services during these uncertain times.
Mecklenburg County Health Officials Say There Are Potential Flaws In Unapproved Local Rapid COVID-19 Tests
Mecklenburg County Public Health is warning residents that some rapid tests for COVID-19 may provide misleading results, giving a false sense of security that they are safe and not infectious.
Five Wells Fargo Employees Test Positive For Coronavirus
Wells Fargo says five employees who work in the company's Customer Information Center in northeast Charlotte have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to a news release.
Wilson's World: Homeschool With Charlotte Community Toolbank
Wilson's World is highlighting the non-profit Charlotte Community Toolbank during his homeschool segments on Rising.
Local Restaurant Collects Donations To Feed Local Health Care Workers
A local restaurant group is getting creative to help their employees during the coronavirus crisis and help health care workers.
A Local Couple Found An Alternative Way To Tie The Knot After The Coronavirus Threw A Wrench In Their Plans
The coronavirus turning their wedding plans upside down.
NC Scrambles to Process Surge of Unemployment Requests
A surge of North Carolinians in the unemployment line has the state scrambling to process the massive amount of benefits.
City Of Monroe Firefighter Has Tested Positive For COVID-19
Recently, a Monroe firefighter was exposed to an individual who later tested positive for COVID-19. After being notified of the possible exposure, the firefighter was tested on April 4 and received a positive result.
UKβs PM Johnson Out Of Intensive Care As His Condition Improves
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was moved out of intensive care Thursday at the London hospital where he is being treated for the new coronavirus, as his government told Britons to prepare for several more weeks in lockdown.
COVID-19 Job Losses Top 181,000 In South Carolina
For the third week in a row, the number of people who live or work in South Carolina saying they lost their jobs because of the coronavirus outbreak increased.
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