A California County Allows Sexual Assault Victims to Perform Their Own Forensic Exams During the Pandemic
The at-home rape kits are a temporary measure meant to ensure that victims of sexual assault continue to report their experiences in a timely manner, county officials said.
One State Will Use Medicaid Funds to Pay Bonuses to Long-Term Care Workers
Arkansas received federal approval this week to use up to $55 million in Medicaid funds for weekly bonuses for frontline health workers in long-term care facilities.
Concerts and Sporting Events Could Be Canceled Until 2021, Mayors Say
Fearing a resurgence of the novel coronavirus, a handful of mayors said they would consider banning mass gatherings until next year.
Travelers Ignoring Mandatory Quarantine Orders? One Mayor Thinks You're a 'Covidiot.'
Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami debuted the term after three people disregarded Hawaii's mandatory 14-day self-quarantine for travelers. Two more people have been arrested since.
Need Help With Covid-19 Tech? This Nonprofit Connects Volunteers with Governments
The U.S. Digital Response, a new nonprofit, dispatches tech-sector volunteers to assist governments with coronavirus-related projects.
Ready or Not, Schools Shift to Full-Time Virtual Learning
In many of the districts closed to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, school officials are trying to figure out how to connect students while they prepare online lesson plans.
States Fly Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Coronavirus Victims
Governors said the flags would serve as memorials to deceased residents whose families can't hold traditional funerals amid stay-at-home orders and social-distancing guidelines.
Stay-At-Home Orders Can Be Dangerous for Victims of Domestic Violence. But Help Is Still Available.
Roughly half of agencies providing help to victims of domestic violence are closed during the coronavirus outbreak, but many have transitioned to virtual or phone services.
Study: Air Pollution Increases Risk of Death from Coronavirus
The study by researchers at Harvard University's public health school is the first nationwide research to find a link between high rates of air pollution and higher rates of death from the novel coronavirus.
One Coronavirus Model Offers More Optimistic Projections
An updated estimate from the University of Washington decreased the expected number of deaths related to Covid-19 by more than 11,000. But other models offer more devastating projections.
'It Can Happen to Anybody': When Coronavirus Spreads at a Local Health Department
Six employees at the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department tested positive for coronavirus. All were key to the department's pandemic response plan, leaving officials scrambling to find replacements.
Buddying Up For Quarantine: Animal Shelters Report Adoption Spikes Amid Pandemic Shutdowns
Requests to foster and adopt animals have skyrocketed across the country as Americans hunker down at home. But leaders at some animal shelters say they haven't seen the same boom, while all worry about future funding.
Amid Closures, Libraries Find New Ways to Provide Services
As their branches close to protect public health, librarians turn to virtual programming and relief efforts to continue serving their communities.
State Legislatures Scramble to Meet in the Age of Coronavirus
Lawmakers across the country rushed to pass resolutions permitting virtual meetings and remote voting, efforts they said were necessary to adhere to social distancing guidelines and protect legislators.
Some States Stall Plastic Bag Bans During Coronavirus Outbreak
Lawmakers and some store chains are temporarily banning reusable bags amid fears that their usage could help spread coronavirus.
Local Government's Still Open—Remotely
As Covid-19 takes hold in communities, local governments are transitioning staff members to telework—a first for many localities. And it's come with challenges, from slow broadband connections to a laptop shortage.
Governor Reiterates Importance of Social Distancing after 'Coronavirus Party' Attendee Tests Positive for Virus
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear had a hard time containing his frustration this week.
Salt Lake City Cracks Down on Large Groups Greeting Missionaries at Airport
The stricter rules came after hundreds of residents ignored social-distancing guidelines to greet missionaries returning from abroad.
Distilleries and Breweries Begin Manufacturing Hand Sanitizer Amid National Shortages
Dozens of businesses across the country switched production from booze to sanitizer after two federal agencies relaxed manufacturing guidelines amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
Cities Rush to Respond as Homelessness and Coronavirus Collide
Homeless people are particularly vulnerable to Covid-19. Cities are working to implement protective measures, often with no idea how they'll pay for it.
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