Gov. Abbott considers closing restaurants & gyms statewide as Texas confirms 3rd virus death
ARLINGTON, Texas — Gov. Greg Abbott said he would make an announcement Thursday about the potential statewide closure of gyms, bars and…
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New Mexico governor issues new order that limits restaurants to take-out, delivery amid 5 new virus cases
SANTA Fe, New Mexico — New Mexico confirmed a coronavirus infection that has no apparent link to travel as the governor took new steps Wednesday to…
Continue Reading Distilleries are making hand sanitizer with their in-house alcohol and giving it out for free to combat coronavirus
Hand sanitizer is a hot commodity right now. We all know the advice: Wash your hands often with soap and water to prevent the spread of the…
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Distilleries are making hand sanitizer with their in-house alcohol and giving it out for free to combat coronavirus
Hand sanitizer is a hot commodity right now. We all know the advice: Wash your hands often with soap and water to prevent the spread of the…
Continue Reading Virus shutdowns prompt sweeping questions about the future of news and entertainment
A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. One week ago,…
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El Paso Catholic Diocese suspends Mass celebrations due to virus concerns
EL PASO, Texas — Bishop Mark Seitz on Wednesday announced the El Paso Catholic Diocese will stop celebrating public Mass until further notice…
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Las Cruce bride struggles with decision to cancel May wedding as party hall cancellations soar
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Government restrictions are increasing as the coronavirus continues to spread, causing uncertainty for people all over the…
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Crash Course in ‘Floorball’ carries Hanks High School to Special Olympics
EL PASO, Texas — About two months ago, Hanks High School special education staffer Richard Rodriguez had never heard of “Floorball.” So, it’s pretty…
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White Sands Missile Range cancels Trinity Site open house
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, New Mexico — First, the Bataan Memorial Death March. And now, the open house at the Trinity Site. Because of concerns…
Continue Reading Qantas halts all international flights as coronavirus restrictions tighten
Qantas Group is halting all international flights after the Australian government told citizens to avoid overseas travel because of the novel…
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El Paso’s Project Amistad has a new CEO
EL PASO, Texas – Andrea Ramirez is moving up. Ramirez served as Chief Operating Officer of Project Amistad. She is now working with outgoing Chief…
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Sun Metro faces challenges keeping buses clean amid virus concerns
EL PASO, Texas — ABC-7 has been taking calls and emails from both Sun Metro riders, as well as drivers, saying more needs to be done to…
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Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino GM says he weighed virus concerns in shutdown decision
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico — New Mexico’s decision to close racetracks and casinos across the state for three weeks has left the management of the…
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El Paso restaurants struggle to adapt to new social-distancing rules for virus
EL PASO, Texas — Restaurants that remain open across the city of El Paso are bracing for the worst, but trying to keep a positive outlook. Right…
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UTEP students living on campus forced to leave due to coronavirus concerns
EL PASO, Texas — University of Texas at El Paso students living on campus are being asked to find another place to live due to coronavirus concerns.…
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Borderland small businesses impacted by virus can apply for disaster loan assistance
EL PASO, Texas — Small businesses are feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, but there is help available for business owners. In El…
Continue Reading People are getting creative with their work-from-home setups
More and more employees are working from home in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. And it’s becoming increasingly clear…
Continue Reading El presidente de Perú decreta toque de queda en todo el país
(CNN Español) — El presidente de Perú, Martín Vizcarra, decretó este miércoles toque de queda desde las 8 de la noche hasta las 5 de la…
Continue Reading Omaha man recounts taking down active shooter
Click here for updates on this story OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) — An Omaha man who lives just a few blocks from the Hy-Vee…
Continue Reading 5.7 magnitude earthquake in Utah knocks out power to thousands and diverts flights
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake shook the Salt Lake City area Wednesday morning, cutting power to tens of thousands and suspending work at Utah’s…
Continue Reading Panamá asegura haber aislado el genoma del covid-19
(CNN Español) – Científicos del Instituto Conmemorativo Gorgas han logrado aislar el genoma SARS COV-2, el virus detrás de la pandemia mundial…
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One person charged after minor dies from accidental gunshot
Click here for updates on this story Fairview (WLOS) — Warrants have revealed one person faces charges after an…
Continue Reading Residents outraged city cut off water and sewer services amid coronavirus pandemic
Click here for updates on this story Troy (KMOV) — Many utilities are promising not to disconnect services for…
Continue Reading Art teacher motivates students from home
Click here for updates on this story Franklin (WSMV) — A Franklin art teacher is still helping her students learn, but…
Continue Reading Las respuestas a tus preguntas del coronavirus: hechos, mitos e información
(CNN) — Los lectores de CNN de todo el mundo han hecho más de 50.000 preguntas sobre el coronavirus. Aquí las respuestas a algunas las preguntas…
Continue Reading Cierre de fronteras en República Dominicana dispara tráfico de pasajeros en el principal aeropuerto
(CNN Español) – El inminente cierre de las fronteras en República Dominicana ha provocado un sustancial aumento del tráfico de pasajeros en el…
Continue Reading Restaurant owner paying employees, even though restaurant is shut down due to coronavirus
Click here for updates on this story Fairhope (WALA) — An empty restaurant on a Wednesday afternoon isn’t…
Continue Reading Restaurant customer gives $200 tip to waitress
Click here for updates on this story Flushing (WJRT) — With restaurants and bars shutting down sit-down service, many…
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