The data from the city is on a far larger scale than previously released information, and includes all antibody test results reported to the city’s Department of Health. Source: New York Times
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In N.Y.C., Pressure to Delay In-Person Schooling
By Gotham Rex on August 19, 2020
Mayor Bill de Blasio may be the only big-city mayor attempting to bring students into classrooms this fall, but many educators are worried about the plan. Source: New York Times
Live Covid-19 Global Cases and Deaths News
By Gotham Rex on August 18, 2020
Idaho is further behind in testing than any other state. France announced more mask-wearing requirements. Source: New York Times
Covid-19 News: Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on August 18, 2020
Bill de Blasio is the only big-city mayor planning some in-person learning for students. The Democratic National Convention opened with searing criticism of President Trump’s handling of the pandemic. Source: New York Times
New York's Private Commuter Bus Companies Are Worried About the Future
By Gotham Rex on August 18, 2020
One company has suspended all operations for the first time in 150 years. Others have drastically reduced service and are pleading for financial help from the federal government. Source: New York Times
Covid-19 Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on August 17, 2020
Louis DeJoy, the U.S. postmaster general, agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee on Aug. 24. A South Korean pastor whose church is at the center of a new outbreak has tested positive. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Gyms and Fitness Studios Can Reopen on Aug. 24, Cuomo Says
By Gotham Rex on August 17, 2020
Health clubs and studios will be limited to a third of their total capacity and must meet reopening requirements before being allowed to reopen, the governor said. Source: New York Times
Live Covid-19 Tracker
By Gotham Rex on August 17, 2020
Students and teachers will be screened for infection even as the U.S.’s second-largest school district begins instruction remotely. The Democratic National Convention begins today and will be conducted almost entirely online. Source: New York Times
Guggenheim Approves Diversity Plan After Staff Complaints of Racism
By Gotham Rex on August 17, 2020
An expansive effort comes as the museum faces a deficit of $15 million. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus News: Strong Immunity May Follow Even Mild Cases
By Gotham Rex on August 16, 2020
A California heat wave and power cuts create a pandemic quandary. And the C.D.C. is developing a plan for vaccine distribution. Source: New York Times
Fearing a ‘Twindemic,’ Health Experts Push Urgently for Flu Shots
By Gotham Rex on August 16, 2020
There’s no vaccine for Covid-19, but there’s one for influenza. With the season’s first doses now shipping, officials are struggling over how to get people to take it. Source: New York Times
U.S. School District Cancels Classes After Teacher ‘Sick Out’ Over Virus Fears
By Gotham Rex on August 16, 2020
South Korea warns of another outbreak tied to a church. Mitt Romney blasts President Trump’s handling of the pandemic. Source: New York Times
Rapid Testing is at Parties, Concerts and Hotels. Social Distance Still Required.
By Gotham Rex on August 16, 2020
Determined to proceed with parties and events this summer, hosts are adding screenings at the door. But such measures are hardly a guarantee of safety, medical experts warn. Source: New York Times
New York Has a 14-Day Quarantine. Most New Yorkers Are Ignoring It.
By Gotham Rex on August 16, 2020
Travelers returning from states with high infection rates say they are following the rules, but their social media posts say otherwise. Source: New York Times
Tribute in Lights Will Shine After All, Officials Say
By Gotham Rex on August 15, 2020
The National September 11 Memorial & Museum had said the display would have to be canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. Source: New York Times