Schools Struggle To Get Meals To Needy Students

Millions of students rely on schools for free or reduced-price meals, but COVID-19 has forced some districts to suspend their programs. Houston has found a way to still help students.

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Easter Storms Sweep South

At least 19 people are dead, and electricity is out for about 750,000 people because of severe weather that hit the south on Easter. Mid-Atlantic states may have tornadoes on April 13.

Virus Death Toll Tops 10,000 In New York

New York City is in danger of running out of the swabs for COVID-19 tests. New York’s death toll is now more than 10,000, and almost 2,000 people were hospitalized on Easter with the virus.

US Clears Saliva Test To Help Diagnose COVID-19

The Food and Drug Administration has given clearance to researchers at Rutgers University for the first saliva test to help diagnose the novel coronavirus.

What Will Schools Be Like When They Reopen?

When schools reopen in California is unknown at this time. However, small class sizes and staggered school start times may be measures taken once schools reopen again.

Can You Catch COVID-19 From Mail?

WHO and the CDC both say there is no evidence that COVID-19 is spread through parcels or mail. It is still wise to wash your hands and avoid touching your face after handling deliveries.

$450B Aid Package In Works

A $450 billion aid package is being worked on by the president and Congress. The money is slated to boost a small-business loan program and add funds for hospitals and COVID-19 testing.

Countries And US States Move To Reopen

Countries around the world, as well as states like Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia and Colorado, are moving to gradually reopen amid COVID-19 health warnings.

Trump Order To Bar New Green Cards

An executive order the president is planning to sign April 22 will "temporary suspension of immigration into the United States." Temporary visas are not to be affected by this order.

Trump, Harvard And Virus Relief Package

President Donald Trump said he’s going to ask Harvard to pay back money intended for small businesses. Harvard said in a statement that it neither received nor asked for that money.

Harvard Says It Will Reject US Relief Aid

After President Donald Trump criticized Harvard, the university has decided to turn down $8.7 million federal virus relief. Stanford, Princeton and Yale have taken similar action.

Trump Set To Sign Nearly $500B Virus Aid Bill

A nearly $500 billion virus aid bill is slated to be signed by the president. The bill includes aid for small- and medium-size businesses, hospitals and a nationwide testing program.

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University Working Toward COVID-19 Vaccine

The University of Montana is working on a vaccine for COVID-19. The National Institutes of Health gave the university a $2.5 million grant to help with the vaccine’s development.