April 2020

New Mexico has 2 new virus deaths; Doña Ana County cases rise again

April 19, 2020 4:14 PM Jim Parker

SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico state health officials on Sunday reported two new coronavirus deaths, bringing the statewide fatality count to 55.…

Virus cases near 19,000 in Texas, with 477 reported dead

April 19, 2020 3:57 PM Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas — The number of coronavirus cases in Texas is approaching 19,000 and the number who have died is now at least 477, the Texas…

Instagram Live battle between Babyface and Teddy Riley was a complete fail

April 19, 2020 3:51 PM CNN

The highly anticipated Instagram Live battle between Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and Teddy Riley didn’t turn out as expected Saturday…

Texas begins easing virus restrictions this week amid questions, skepticism

April 19, 2020 3:40 PM Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas is easing restrictions put in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus starting this week by letting retailers sell items…

‘Together at Home’ illustrates TV’s power to connect us, as rare as that is these days

April 19, 2020 3:38 PM CNN

The celebrity response to the coronavirus has generally followed the script of other tragedies. Fundraising concerts, rallying a sense of global…

Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, is reminding you to wash your hands in the cutest way

April 19, 2020 3:26 PM CNN

We’ve heard from numerous health and government agencies that the best way to prevent the transmission of the novel coronavirus is to wash your…

18 killed in Canada’s deadliest shooting rampage ever

April 19, 2020 3:19 PM Associated Press

ENFIELD, Nova Scotia — Police fanned out across more than a dozen crime scenes Monday after a rampage by a gunman disguised as a police officer…

Trump says small biz deal near, rejects testing complaints as U.S. virus deaths top 40,000

April 19, 2020 2:57 PM ABC News, Associated Press, CNN

WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump opened Sunday’s coronavirus task force briefing by discussing the negotiations on Capitol Hill over…

New Mexico lags behind other states in Census response due to virus outbreak

April 19, 2020 2:42 PM Associated Press

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — The suspension of field operations by the U.S. Census Bureau due to the coronavirus outbreak has left some New Mexico…

Start your Monday smart: Coronavirus, Ramadan, Orthodox Easter, Earth Day, NFL draft

April 19, 2020 2:27 PM CNN

Famed street artist Banksy has been isolating, too. Read about how he’s gone to work in his own bathroom, and dive into more CNN weekend reads.…

Man ambushed 3 Texas police officers in his home, killing 1

April 19, 2020 1:13 PM Associated Press

SAN MARCOS, Texas — A man who killed one Texas police officer and wounded two others before killing himself was wearing body armor and waiting to…

Elton John livestreams performance of ‘I’m Still Standing’ from his backyard

April 19, 2020 12:31 PM CNN

While the coronavirus pandemic has forced most of us into our homes, health care workers are still standing on the front lines battling this crisis.…

Death toll now 29 in Juárez as number of virus cases hits 119

April 19, 2020 12:24 PM Andrea Vazquez

CUIDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — The official coronavirus count from Chihuahua state health leaders for Juárez grew to 119 cases on Sunday, with 29 deaths…

Blaze brought under control at recycling plant near Montana Vista: See photos, video, satellite image

April 19, 2020 11:51 AM Jim Parker

EL PASO, Texas — A large fire burned for several hours Sunday at a recycling plant on the edge of east El Paso in the Montana Vista and Homestead…

Stuck at home, families find a new way to bond: creating TikTok videos

April 19, 2020 11:29 AM CNN

Families all over the world have been stuck inside together for weeks. Have they completely torn each other apart by now? Are the bonds of familial…

Stuck at home, families find a new way to bond: creating TikTok videos

April 19, 2020 11:29 AM CNN

Families all over the world have been stuck inside together for weeks. Have they completely torn each other apart by now? Are the bonds of familial…

Stuck at home, families find a new way to bond: creating TikTok videos

April 19, 2020 11:29 AM CNN

Families all over the world have been stuck inside together for weeks. Have they completely torn each other apart by now? Are the bonds of familial…

‘Cartels are scrambling’: Virus snarls Mexican drug trade

April 19, 2020 8:35 AM Associated Press

EL PASO, Texas — Coronavirus is dealing a gut punch to the illegal drug trade, paralyzing economies, closing borders and severing supply chains in…

How the pandemic gave blue states new leverage over Trump

April 19, 2020 7:53 AM CNN

Disregard presidential bluster, because decisions on re-starting America’s economy amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic reverse the familiar…

Blue Skies & Breezy Afternoon

April 19, 2020 7:34 AM Andres Valle

El Paso, Texas- Expect a warm afternoon with westerly breezy winds with speeds between 10 to 20 mph, and possible gusts around 25 mph. Sunshine will…

Donald Trump’s stunning flip-flops

April 19, 2020 7:32 AM CNN

As a hotel and casino entrepreneur, Donald Trump had his fair share of grand openings. On October 26, 2016, for example, Trump officially unveiled…

How the pandemic gave blue states new leverage over Trump

April 19, 2020 7:19 AM CNN

Disregard presidential bluster, because decisions on re-starting America’s economy amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic reverse the familiar…

How the pandemic gave blue states new leverage over Trump

April 19, 2020 7:19 AM CNN

Disregard presidential bluster, because decisions on re-starting America’s economy amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic reverse the familiar…

One Harlem church. 9 coronavirus deaths

April 19, 2020 5:45 AM CNN

The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the…

One Harlem church. 9 coronavirus deaths

April 19, 2020 5:45 AM CNN

The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the…

One Harlem church. 9 coronavirus deaths

April 19, 2020 5:45 AM CNN

The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the…

One Harlem church. 9 coronavirus deaths

April 19, 2020 5:45 AM CNN

The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the…

What you need to know about coronavirus on Sunday, April 19

April 19, 2020 5:32 AM CNN

Less than a month ago, Singapore was being hailed as a country that got its coronavirus response right. The city-state seemed to have quashed the…

Celebrities unite to show support for underserved communities battling coronavirus

April 19, 2020 5:03 AM CNN

Celebrities like Snoop Dogg, America Ferrera, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Sean “Diddy” Combs came together to express their support for…

While officials talk about reopening the country, experts warn it’s important to manage expectations

April 19, 2020 4:26 AM CNN

For many, hearing officials discuss reopening the country comes as a relief. It means there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, that after…

Month: April 2020