New Mexico State University employee hospitalized with virus
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A hospitalized employee from New Mexico State University is among th 30 confirmed coronavirus cases in Dona Ana County.…
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Bipartisan group of senators calls on Trump to address protective equipment shortage for first responders
A bipartisan group of senators sent a letter to President Donald Trump on Monday calling for him to “lead a strong, coordinated federal effort…
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Biden and Trump speak by phone about coronavirus response
Former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump spoke by phone on Monday about the response to the coronavirus pandemic, two sources…
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A 6-year-old boy got a new heart after 4 years on the transplant list
Carlos Rolon had been on the transplant list for four years, and now the 6-year-old has got a new heart. “He’s doing great. They said…
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‘Modern Family’ cast shares memories as series finale airs on ABC-7 from 7 to 9 PM
LOS ANGELES, California — The group crying began after the final scene of the last episode of ABC’s “Modern Family” was taped — with the…
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A pandemic is no time to go federal
America’s federalist system has always fostered political competition. By dividing power between the national government and the states, it…
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‘Life or death situation’: El Paso has 125 virus cases, mayor encourages face masks & temperature checks
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso County’s number of confirmed virus cases jumped by ten to 125 on Monday, officials said at a news conference. “More than…
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No new virus deaths in New Mexico, but liquor stores must close & grocery stores limit customers
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico health officials have announced 62 new cases of coronavirus, including one in Doña Ana County, while the…
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This is how we conquer Covid-19
Since we lack effective drugs or a vaccine, there are only two ways to stop the Covid-19 epidemic short of catastrophe. They both involve stopping…
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The Latest: 3 Rangers minor leaguers in self-isolation
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ Three minor league players in the Texas Rangers organization…
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States desperate for medical supplies turn to each other for help
As some parts of the country get closer to reaching the peak of coronavirus cases in the weeks ahead and in the midst of widespread complaints of the…
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4 CBP employees in El Paso test positive for coronavirus
EL PASO, Texas — Four El Paso employees of U.S. Customs and Border Protection have tested positive for the coronavirus, officials indicated on…
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Lawmakers push change to 2017 tax law as pandemic hits their states’ budgets
Rep. Tom Suozzi, a New York Democrat, has railed about the negative effect a 2017 cap on the state and local tax deduction has had on his Long Island…
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Fact check: Trump falsely claims plane and train passengers are being tested for the coronavirus
President Donald Trump falsely claimed Wednesday that airplane and train passengers are being given “very strong tests” for the…
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Boris Johnson moved to ICU after hospitalization with coronavirus symptoms
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to the intensive care unit of a London hospital, after being hospitalized on Sunday for…
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson in hospital intensive care with virus
LONDON, England — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was moved to the intensive care unit of a London hospital after his coronavirus symptoms…
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Peloton cancels live video classes for April after employee contracts coronavirus
Peloton is suspending its live video classes for the rest of April after an employee tested positive for the novel coronavirus. The fitness company…
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Las Cruces mayor makes public plea to stay out of city parks on Easter
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The Las Cruces mayor made a public plea at the City Council meeting Monday afternoon for residents not to gather at the…
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With over 7,000 virus cases, some Texans treated with malaria drug
AUSTIN, Texas — With over 7,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott said Monday that 30 patients from a Texas City nursing…
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Texas Tech regents discuss continuation of ‘essential’ operations amid pandemic
LUBBOCK, Texas — The Texas Tech University System Board of Regents met during a special teleconference meeting Monday afternoon. This meeting came…
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Trump says mitigation is working amid grim U.S. milestone of 10,000 virus deaths
WASHINGTON, DC — Mitigation efforts are showing signs of slowing the spread of the coronavirus, President Trump said Monday, as deaths in the U.S.…
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‘The Fastest Shedder,’ the reality show fighting obesity in Nigeria
Fitness trainer and healthy lifestyle enthusiast, Seyi Olusore is helping people keep fit and lose weight through his show — the ‘Fastest…
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El Paso woman charged with murdering boyfriend, allegedly pinned him with car until he collapsed
EL PASO, Texas – An El Paso woman is accused of killing her boyfriend by pinning him with her car at a Lower Valley gas station, authorities said…
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Lions, tigers and house cats: You won’t catch coronavirus from felines, experts say
Lions, tigers and house cats, oh my. Seven tigers and lions at the Bronx Zoo in New York developed dry coughs and other symptoms of coronavirus after…
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At 90, she said her final goodbyes as doctors prepared her to die from coronavirus. Then she survived
Geneva Wood knew her life was about to end. She could feel it with every strained breath. She was well aware her 90-year-old lungs were filling with…
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At 90, she said her final goodbyes as doctors prepared her to die from coronavirus. Then she survived
Geneva Wood knew her life was about to end. She could feel it with every strained breath. She was well aware her 90-year-old lungs were filling with…
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How the Trump campaign is adjusting in the time of coronavirus
This week, Trump campaign supporters can settle in around their computer or phone and choose from a wide-ranging menu of live stream options to stay…
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2 confirmed Juarez deaths from coronavirus, both men in their 40s
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — Two men have died from coronavirus in Juarez, Chihuahua state health officials announced Monday afternoon. The victims were…
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In Los Angeles, friendly waves help fill the empty spaces of social distancing
After the sun sets beyond the California coast, the iconic Ferris wheel on the Santa Monica Pier still lights up — its dancing colors mimicked…
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Trump doubles down on unproven drugs to treat and prevent coronavirus
President Donald Trump on Sunday again doubled down on an unproven therapy for the novel coronavirus: hydroxychloroquine. Without citing evidence, he…
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