Tag: gov.
‘The Invisible Army’ works hard to develop a vaccine for COVID-19
In Maryland, an army of scientists armed with face masks, rubber gloves and test tubes stand on the front lines in the fight against the…
What does ‘flatten the curve’ mean?
Dennis Carroll, an expert in infectious diseases, speaks on how to “flatten the curve,†which countries have been the most effective in doing so and…
Asian Americans face discrimination in the wake of the coronavirus
Asian Americans experiencing violence and hate after President Donald Trump made hurtful and misleading comments saying “China is to blame†and calling COVID-19 the “Chinese…
New York senator speaks on the state’s high number of coronavirus cases
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand speaks about the governor closing all nonessential businesses, President Donald Trump’s response to the outbreak and the proposed stimulus package. source
What movies to stream from home
Universal Studios releases movies at home that are currently in theatres, such as “The Hunt†and “The Invisible Man,†while Disney+ releases “Frozen 2†to…
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on COVID-19: ‘We’re really the canary in the coal mine’
Cuomo speaks to ABC News’ David Muir about how the state of New York, the epicenter of the U.S. outbreak, is handling the growing number…
A look inside the largest hospital in the US | WNT
Saying the Javits Convention Center will be overrun with coronavirus cases, Gov. Andrew Cuomo called on the USNS Comfort to accept COVID-19 patients. WATCH THE…
New Yorkers must wear face covering in public: Cuomo
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday that he has issued an executive order requiring everyone to wear a mask or mouth/face covering when in public if…
States preparing to lift COVID-19 restrictions despite apprehensions | WNT
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced plans to restart the state’s economy before the end of the week as long as owners follow strict social distancing…
General Lee statue set to come down in Virginia
ABC News’ Terry Moran reports from Richmond, Va,. where Gov. Ralph Northam (D-Virginia) has ordered the removal of the Confederate General Robert E. Lee statue….
Idaho governor talks statewide ‘return to work’ bonus
Gov. Brad Little discussed cash incentives to get people back to work. source
More closures in California amid rise in cases, hospitalizations | WNT
Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered new lockdowns across half the state as hospitals in Houston, Texas, become overwhelmed and Florida marked a record numbers of coronavirus…
Florida hits 10K new COVID-19 cases for 6th consecutive day l ABC News
Protesters interrupted a news conference held by Gov. Ron DeSantis, yelling at the state’s top official for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic. #ABCNews #COVID19…
FBI says it foiled plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer | WNT
The Justice Department announced charges against six individuals in Michigan who were allegedly involved in a monthslong plot to kidnap Whitmer, a Democrat, before Election…
ABC News Live Update: Candidates make final push before Election Day
Plus, the Gulf Coast preps for Hurricane Zeta as it races toward the region, and Hawaii eases restrictions for travelers with negative COVID-19 results. source
Pennsylvania lieutenant governor says every vote will be counted
Lt. Gov. John Fetterman promises the results will be “true, secure and reflect the democratic will of their voters.” source
Prosecutors say Michigan suspects planned to burn down state Capitol | WNT
New documents suggest the extremists who planned to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer also planned to burn down the state Capitol and leave no survivors. WATCH…
Brooklyn borough president on NYC’s latest school closures
Eric Adams discusses New York City ending in-person learning in its schools and the latest state restrictions enacted by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. source
California braces for likely COVID-19 lockdowns | WNT
Gov. Gavin Newsom said if the ICU capacities in any of the state’s five regions fall below 15%, the area will go into a three-week…
Virginia governor: President ‘threw a flame on that tinder box’
Gov. Ralph Northam discusses the security precautions Virginia is taking in the wake of the siege on the U.S. Capitol and criticizes President Donald Trump’s…
