Grandfather walks four miles just to see newborn granddaughter through glass door

Coronavirus isn't stopping this grandfather from Michigan from walking four miles to see his newborn granddaughter, even if it's through a glass door.

Jazz great Ellis Marsalis Jr. dead after coronavirus-induced pneumonia, son says

Ellis Marsalis Jr., the jazz pianist, teacher and patriarch of a New Orleans musical clan, died late Wednesday after battling pneumonia brought on by the new coronavirus, leaving six sons and a deep legacy. He was 85.

Residents enthusiastically snitching on businesses, neighbors amid coronavirus shutdowns

Snitches are emerging as enthusiastic allies as cities, states and countries work to enforce directives meant to limit person-to-person contact amid the virus pandemic that has claimed tens of thousands of lives worldwide.

‘It’s hell’ - NYC EMTs claim to be overwhelmed due to coronavirus

The strain being placed on EMTs and paramedics is being called “unprecedented,” as the number of confirmed cases and hospitalizations due to the coronavirus in New York City continues to increase.

US unemployment claims hit record 6.6 million amid coronavirus outbreak

More than 6.6 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week - doubling a record high set just one week earlier - a sign that layoffs are accelerating in the midst of the coronavirus.

'Tiger King' star Joe Exotic is in coronavirus isolation in jail, husband Dillon Passage says

Dillon Passage, the husband of Joseph Maldonado-Passage, revealed on Andy Cohen's SiriusXM show that Maldonado-Passage has entered "a COVID-19 isolation" amid serving his 22-year sentence.

Coronavirus deaths top 5,000 in US

Grim news of coronavirus infections and fatalities continued in the U.S. on Wednesday, with the number of confirmed cases rising above 200,000 and the number of deaths surpassing 5,000.

When will COVID-19 peak in the DC region?

Local doctors and health care specialists are anxiously watching New York and preparing for a surge here in the D.C. region.

Sources: MedStar employees being told not to speak to reporters amid COVID-19 pandemic

A source tells FOX 5 that memos have gone out at MedStar Georgetown Hospital telling employees not to speak publicly or post on social media amid the COVID-19 pandemic and a nurse at another MedStar hospital tells FOX 5 employees have also felt pressure not to speak out about supplies and safety.

Community thanks grocery store employees for being on the front lines during COVID-19 pandemic

The fight against the coronavirus pandemic is taking place in hospitals, in homes, and without a doubt, in packed grocery stores too. It means grocery store employees may not be doctors or nurses, but during these difficult times, they’re most definitely essential.

Dr. Anthony Fauci under increased security after receiving threats: report

The nation's top infectious disease expert is under increased security tonight after receiving threats, according to The Washington Post.

Tampa megachurch pastor cancels Sunday services, says he fears for congregation's safety

The embattled Tampa megachurch pastor who was arrested Monday after leading packed church services the day before -- despite social distancing orders from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office -- says he is canceling this coming Sunday's services.

Costco to limit number of people in stores

Starting this Friday, Costco says only two people will be allowed in their warehouses with each membership card.

Tenants rights groups call for rent and mortgage payments to be canceled

Wednesday marks the the first of the month, and that's usually when rent and mortgages are due for millions of people across the country.

Fountains of Wayne musician Adam Schlesinger dies of COVID-19

Emmy and Grammy-winning musician and songwriter Adam Schlesinger, known for his work with his band Fountains of Wayne and on the TV show “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” died Wednesday after contracting the coronavirus, his attorney said.