SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico state health officials on Sunday reported two new coronavirus deaths, bringing the statewide fatality count to 55. Officials also said there were 47 additional confirmed cases over the past day, bringing the total numbers of infections to 1,875. Among the new cases were two in Doña Ana County,
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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 Department of State Health Services reported on Sunday. The department reported at least 18,923 cases of the virus, an increase from more than 18,200 cases on Saturday. The department
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The highly anticipated Instagram Live battle between Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and Teddy Riley didn’t turn out as expected Saturday night. Issues with the audio, specifically on Riley’s end, halted the faceoff between the two legendary producers that drew more than 400,000 viewers. It looked as though Riley was prepared for a concert, unlike Babyface who
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AUSTIN, Texas — Texas is easing restrictions put in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus starting this week by letting retailers sell items for curbside pickup, resuming elective surgeries and reopening some state parks. (Editor’s note: El Paso County’s two state parks – Franklin Mountains and Hueco Tanks – are NOT included in
Continue Reading The celebrity response to the coronavirus has generally followed the script of other tragedies. Fundraising concerts, rallying a sense of global connection and patriotism, and seeking to provide rays of uplift and hope. The setting and current circumstances, however, have altered that dynamic, in what has turned out to be a deeply personal way. On
Continue Reading 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 hands with soap and water. But the latest PSA from Blue Ivy Carter, the eight-year-old daughter of Beyoncé and Jay-Z, takes the prize for being the cutest. In an Instagram video
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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 left at least 18 dead and homes in smoldering ruins in rural communities across Nova Scotia – the deadliest mass shooting in Canada’s history. Officials said the suspect, identified
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WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump opened Sunday’s coronavirus task force briefing by discussing the negotiations on Capitol Hill over additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program, saying a deal could be announced Monday. “We’re getting close to a deal,” Trump said of the possible $450 billion small business boost, which came amid word that
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ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — The suspension of field operations by the U.S. Census Bureau due to the coronavirus outbreak has left some New Mexico residents without the ability to easily participate in the national head count. Olivia Padilla-Jackson, state finance secretary and the chair of New Mexico’s Complete Count Commission, said this has resulted in
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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. Here’s what else you need to know to Start Your Week Smart. (You can also get “5 Things You Need to Know Today” delivered to your inbox daily. You give
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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 ambush them when they arrived at his home in response to a domestic violence call, authorities said Sunday. The attack Saturday night in San Marcos, a college town 45
Continue Reading 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. So pop icon Elton John honored them with a special performance during the “One World: Together at Home” concert Saturday. Sitting behind a piano in his yard — with a
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CUIDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — The official coronavirus count from Chihuahua state health leaders for Juárez grew to 119 cases on Sunday, with 29 deaths reported. That was an increase of four deaths from the prior day and 16 additional cases. Across the state of Chihuahua, total confirmed cases were 165, with 36 deaths. Of these
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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 Meadows South areas before firefighters from a half-dozen departments were finally able to bring it under control. The blaze that broke out near Marvin Lane and
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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 love ripping at the seams and giving way to household anarchy? On TikTok, the global video sharing platform, the answer is (thankfully) no. In fact, the app’s feed is
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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 love ripping at the seams and giving way to household anarchy? On TikTok, the global video sharing platform, the answer is (thankfully) no. In fact, the app’s feed is
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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 love ripping at the seams and giving way to household anarchy? On TikTok, the global video sharing platform, the answer is (thankfully) no. In fact, the app’s feed is
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EL PASO, Texas — Coronavirus is dealing a gut punch to the illegal drug trade, paralyzing economies, closing borders and severing supply chains in China that traffickers rely on for the chemicals to make such profitable drugs as methamphetamine and fentanyl. One of the main suppliers that shut down is in Wuhan, the epicenter of
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Disregard presidential bluster, because decisions on re-starting America’s economy amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic reverse the familiar Donald Trump-era power equation: for better or worse, Democrats hold the cards. The Constitution obviates Trump’s empty boast last week of “total” power to end the coronavirus shutdowns. It’s the states and cities that issued shutdown orders that
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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 be our best friend this week as we aren’t tracking any rain. Temperatures warming up to the mid 80s and near 90 degrees by Friday. Currently watching Tuesday, as
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As a hotel and casino entrepreneur, Donald Trump had his fair share of grand openings. On October 26, 2016, for example, Trump officially unveiled the Trump International Hotel in the Old Post Office on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington. “With the notable exception of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, this is the most coveted piece of real estate
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Disregard presidential bluster, because decisions on re-starting America’s economy amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic reverse the familiar Donald Trump-era power equation: for better or worse, Democrats hold the cards. The Constitution obviates Trump’s empty boast last week of “total” power to end the coronavirus shutdowns. It’s the states and cities that issued shutdown orders that
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Disregard presidential bluster, because decisions on re-starting America’s economy amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic reverse the familiar Donald Trump-era power equation: for better or worse, Democrats hold the cards. The Constitution obviates Trump’s empty boast last week of “total” power to end the coronavirus shutdowns. It’s the states and cities that issued shutdown orders that
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The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the coronavirus. Mount Neboh Baptist Church, a fixture in the cultural center of black America, has lost 11 parishioners in the last month, nine to Covid-19, according to Green and church members.
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The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the coronavirus. Mount Neboh Baptist Church, a fixture in the cultural center of black America, has lost 11 parishioners in the last month, nine to Covid-19, according to Green and church members.
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The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the coronavirus. Mount Neboh Baptist Church, a fixture in the cultural center of black America, has lost 11 parishioners in the last month, nine to Covid-19, according to Green and church members.
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The Rev. Johnnie Green dreads answering his cell phone these days, fearing another call about a member of his Harlem congregation succumbing to the coronavirus. Mount Neboh Baptist Church, a fixture in the cultural center of black America, has lost 11 parishioners in the last month, nine to Covid-19, according to Green and church members.
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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 epidemic without the need for strict lockdowns. It was testing widely and isolating anyone found to be potentially contagious. Then a second wave hit. Since March 17, Singapore’s number of
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Celebrities like Snoop Dogg, America Ferrera, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Sean “Diddy” Combs came together to express their support for underserved communities hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. During “The Color of Covid,” an hour-long special hosted by CNN’s Don Lemon and political commentator Van Jones on Saturday night, celebs put a spotlight on challenges faced
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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 weeks of staying home, the world will eventually return to normal — even if “normal” looks a little different than it used to. But there are both risks and benefits
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