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COVID-19 Ends the Use of Florida Schools as Hurricane Shelters

To prevent COVID-19 from spreading, the officials of Florida announced recently, they might not open up schools or mass shelters for people who seek shelter in the event of a hurricane.

No Need to Certify Qualifications for California Unemployment Benefits for Now

Californians who are receiving unemployment insurance benefits won't have to certify anymore, every two weeks, that they are qualified for the said benefits.

Georgia Residents Flock to Hair Salons and Tattoo Parlors As Non-Essential Businesses Reopen

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced his decision to allow non-essential businesses across the state to reopen on Friday despite warnings from experts.

Miami Is 6 Weeks Murder-Free for the First Time Since 1957

Miami police reported that violent crime has declined since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. For many decades now, Miami has been considered the "cocaine-fueled murder capital" of America.

California Could Reopen Sooner than Governor’s Forecast, Experts Say

California may be able to begin lifting restrictions ahead of the projected schedule of Gov. Gavin Newsom. This is according to researchers.

Race Disparity: 25% of COVID-19 Cases in San Francisco Are Latinos

San Francisco has around 1,200 COVID-19 cases, and 25 percent of these patients are Latinos. San Francisco has around 1,200 COVID-19 cases, and 25 percent of these patients are Latinos, according to a recently published article.

New Mexico Hospital Workers Reuse Medical Supplies and Other PPE Due to Shortage

The health workers of the University of New Mexico Hospital were reported to be especially affected by the pandemic. Some staff answered interviews by media while about 60 more led a protest outside the hospital.

Thunderbirds and Blue Angels Fly Over in Honor of Medical Workers

The pilots of the U.S’s top-flight demonstration teams have taken their planes over major U.S. cities in honor of the Colorado front-line providers. Elsewhere in the country, America’s youth have been aiding the medical workers from home.

Grim Reaper to Enforce Social Distancing Guidelines in Reopened Florida Beaches

As some beaches reopen in Florida, a man decided to walk the shores as the Grim Reaper to enforce social distancing among beachgoers.

Appreciation Caravan: Migrant Farmworkers in California Receive Heartwarming Tribute

Farmworkers in California, mostly immigrants from Latin America, received a heartwarming appreciation caravan through a parade of love for their sacrifice in making sure to sustain the food supply in the country amid COVID-19.

Signs of Life: States That Have Completed Phase 1 of 'Opening Up America Again'

Some states in the U.S. are now ready to reopen its economy under Phase 1 after Pres. Trump announced the plan of reopening the country's economy in three phases.

Energy Efficiency Sector: Lowering Utility Bills to Create Jobs Amid COVID-19

The energy efficiency sector helps households and businesses to lessen their energy consumption. People in the energy efficiency sector are left with the problem of how they can continue their services and avoid close contact with customers.

Missouri Is the First State to Sue China Over COVID-19 Outbreak

Missouri is the first state that's suing China because of its response to COVID-19. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday.
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Harvard to Keep $8.6M Stimulus Grant Even After Trump Orders to Return It

Harvard said that it is planning to keep the stimulus grant it received as a part of the incentive package opposing US President Donald Trump's vow that it should return the money.

Can the State Help Californians Protect Their Stimulus Checks from Debt Collectors?

Single people received $1,200 and each child received $500. However, for California citizens who have consumer debt, the money sent them can simply vanish fast.

Mexican Gray Wolves Killed in New Mexico After Permission from Authorities, Ranchers and Conservatives React

Due to the inclining loss on livestock, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services authorized the killing of Mexican gray wolves in New Mexico for a week.

Florida Couple Married 61 Years Die A Day Apart From COVID-19

The daughter of a Florida couple who succumbed to COVID-19 just a day apart warns the public about the virus.

35% of Latino Households Have Experienced a Layoff as a Result of COVID-19, Survey Shows

Latinos face not only higher risk and mortality rate compared to other populations amid the COVID-19 pandemic but also the socioeconomic impacts of the deadly disease.

New Mexico Ranked 4th in the Country for COVID-19 Response

New Mexico was recently ranked near the top by a consumer website, in terms of the fastest responses to the crisis brought by COVID-19. This was according to Finder.com.

#AyudaEnEspañol Campaign Launched to Keep Hispanics in the US Updated About COVID-19

The call for COVID-related material in multiple languages to serve the US minorities from different regions of the world, including Hispanics, is pertinent as ever.