Deadline to get a REAL ID pushed back at least a year due to coronavirus
The deadline to obtain a REAL ID will be extended until at least September 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Author: CNN
SC Senators say stimulus deal encourages unemployment
(CNN) — The White House and lawmakers have agreed on a stimulus deal, but not everyone is in support of it. Some Senate Republicans are now pushing for a vote on an amendment to the deal. South Carolina Senators Tim Scott and Lindsey Graham say the current plan encourages unemployment. Categories: National News, Politics, State
US has deadliest day since coronavirus outbreak began as death toll surpasses 1000
(CNN) – The number of coronavirus cases in the United States now stands at more than 68,000. The daily death toll also reached a new high with at least 185 dying. That marks the nations deadliest day since the outbreak began. The virus is also finding a way to infect children and even newborn babies. Watch the video above for…
Medical Minute: The scientific link between self isolation and your cravings
There may be a scientific reason those in self isolation during the COVID-19 outbreak are experiencing cravings
(CNN) — If you are one of the people across the world that have been ordered to shelter in place during the COVID-19 global pandemic then you may be experiencing some side effects. Are you losing sleep, or maybe even craving carbs? Well, you are not alone. There’s a scientific reason self isolation may be affecting your health. Mandy Gaither…
BBB has a tool to track and submit coronavirus scams
(CNN) – Scammers aren’t social distancing themselves from crime during this global pandemic. Fortunately, there is now a tool to help keep you from falling victim. The Better Business Bureau now has a way for you to submit and track scams online. Click here for the website. On the left of the screen click where it says “search for scams”…
Critical medical supplies run scarce as coronavirus pandemic accelerates in US
(CNN) – The coronavirus pandemic is accelerating and the virus is tightening its deadly grip on the United States with more than 100 people dying in 24 hours. As critical medical supplies run scarce, the White House is cracking down on anyone exploiting the health of Americans for their own profit. Watch the video above for the full report. Categories:…
New study shows digestive issues are a possible symptom of coronavirus
(CNN) — Digestive problems seem to be the most reported symptoms in a small coronavirus study released Wednesday. The data looked at about 200 coronavirus cases and found about half of the patients complained of loss of appetite or diarrhea. Researchers say these symptoms should not be ignored even though the virus is often associated with respiratory problems. Some severe…
Younger people could be at a higher risk of coronavirus than originally believed
(CNN) – Health officials are warning the coronavirus risks could be higher for younger people than originally believed. New reports show more young people are becoming seriously ill from the virus. France’s top health official says more than 50% of serious coronavirus patients in intensive care are under the age of 60. Officials say children remain at a relatively low…
National response to the coronavirus (COVID-19)
Monitoring how officials are handling the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout different areas of the country.
(CNN) — President Donald Trump gave an update on the United States response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic Monday afternoon. This comes as local Governments have been issuing their own instructions to their residents and businesses. Nadia Romero has more. Categories: National News, Politics
Tom Hanks announces he and his wife Rita Wilson have coronavirus
(CNN) – Tom Hanks says he and his wife, Rita Wilson, have tested positive for coronavirus. The Oscar award winning actor and his wife are working in Australia. Hanks was set to start shooting a movie there Monday about the life of Elvis Presley. In a Twitter post he describes their symptoms as similar to a cold with some body…
