Italy, with by far the most deaths from COVID-19, surpassed China and the U.S. to also record the most infections in the world. With numbers rising in the U.S., though, the grim distinction could be temporary.
The number of coronavirus infections were set to top a half-million worldwide on Thursday as both Italy and the United States appeared poised to surpass China, where the pandemic began, and Spain’s death toll climbed to more than 4,000.
North Carolina health officials are behind their own previously-announced timeline to implement a new method of tracking the number of cases of the Coronavirus across the state.
Patel Brothers Store in Pineville has been busy for the past few weeks. It is an Indian grocery store that specializes in herbs, spices, vegetables, beans and other items. On Friday there was a steady crowd of people because the store will shut down for 10 days because of COVID-19.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster issued an executive order Friday calling for a mandatory quarantine for those coming into the state from areas in the country deemed “hot spots” for the novel coronavirus.
The House approved the sweeping measure by a voice vote, as strong majorities of both parties lined up behind the most colossal economic relief bill in the nation's history.
At least 763 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in North Carolina, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).
While the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, it can lead to more severe illnesses, including pneumonia and death for some, like those who are older or have underlying health issues.
The sport of NASCAR has struggled with viewership and attendance the last few year. You may think the sports world going on pause due to COVID-19 would be a bad thing, but thanks to virtual racing, interest in NASCAR is on the rise.
Gov. Roy Cooper announced Friday morning a new texting tool that will allow parents across the state to find nearby free meals during the COVID-19 pandemic.
President Donald Trump asserted on Thursday there was “no way” he would cancel the Republican National Convention, which is scheduled for August in Charlotte.
The "stay at home’ order issued by Mecklenburg County leaders to combat the spread of COVID-19 in the community took effect at 8 a.m. Thursday. The order will run through April 16.
Former Carolina Panthers Steve Smith and Jonathan Stewart are partnering with Elevation Church to raise money for those in Charlotte impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
North Carolina has seen a jump in how many people are filing for unemployment benefits so far this week. On Thursday that number reached nearly 200,000 people in need of relief.
Two people who said they were part of a group called the “Let’s Act Army” came to Morganton Thursday with spray bottles in one hand and cleaning towels in the other.
