How will we vote? Outbreak revives debate mail-in ballots
Democrats have long argued that elections should be conducted by mail to make them easier for voters, and the coronavirus outbreak is giving new momentum to their cause.
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President Trump extends virus guidelines, braces US for big death toll
President Donald Trump is bracing the nation for a coronavirus death toll that could exceed 100,000 people. President Trump on Sunday extended restrictive social distancing guidelines through April. He was bowing to public health experts who presented him with even more dire projections for the expanding coronavirus pandemic.
Officials: Marijuana dispensaries can offer curbside pickup
State law doesn’t allow medical marijuana to be delivered.
Missouri woman who died of coronavirus worked for Red Cross
One other Red Cross employee tested positive and another staff member is "presumed to be positive.
Bill Braum, ice cream and burger chain founder, dead at 92
Braum grew up in Emporia, Kansas, where he worked for the small butter and milk processing plant his father ran.
Man sentenced to 25 years for trying to bomb Oklahoma bank
The FBI had learned of the man's plan and an undercover agent posed as someone who could help construct the bomb, but instead provided inert materials.
Coronavirus deals one-two financial punch to state budgets
States warn many programs are likely to face cuts or even elimination.
Kansas officials express frustration amid coronavirus surge
Gov. Kelly said President Donald Trump's suggestion that restrictions on people's movements could be loosened by Easter to help the economy is “ wishful thinking ”.
Stocks drop, but hold on to weekly gains after a big rally
Stocks fell more than 3% on Wall Street, giving back part of the gains they piled up over the past three days.
Kansas coronavirus death toll rises to 4, with 202 cases
Kansas now has 202 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Health officials also confirms a fourth death recorded in the state.
President Trump seeks to force General Motors to produce ventilators
President Donald Trump has issued an order that seeks to force General Motors to produce ventilators for coronavirus patients under the Defense Production Act.
Oklahoma governor halts abortions amid virus outbreak
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says abortions are included in his executive order banning elective surgeries amid the coronavirus outbreak.
House passes $2.2T rescue package, rushes it to President Trump
The House has approved a $2.2 trillion rescue package, rushing it to President Donald Trump for his signature. The measure tosses a life preserver to a U.S. economy and health care system left flailing by the coronavirus pandemic.
3.3 million seek US jobless aid, nearly 5 times earlier high
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly 3.3 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week — nearly five times the previous record set in 1982 — amid a widespread economic shutdown caused by the coronavirus. The…
World leaders to meet virtually to coordinate virus response
Leaders of the world's most powerful economies will convene virtually to coordinate a response to the fast-spreading new coronavirus.
Woman who previously won $50,000 wins $3M Lottery prize
A St. Louis woman who won $50,000 in a Lottery game 18 years ago has won again, and this time the prize is much bigger.
White House, Congress agree on $2 trillion virus rescue bill
The White House and Senate leaders of both major political parties announced agreement early Wednesday on unprecedented emergency legislation to rush sweeping aid to businesses, workers and a health care system slammed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Kansas massage therapist accused of misconduct with University of Kansas athletes
University of Kansas authorities are alleging a massage therapist already facing a child sex charge also engaged in inappropriate behavior toward at least six female athletes, including unwanted touching during massages.
Tokyo Olympics postponed, U.S. closes in on relief package
The International Olympic Committee has postponed this summer's Tokyo Games for a year as coronavirus deaths mount around the world.
PG&E to plead guilty to lethal crimes in 2018 wildfires
Pacific Gas & Electric will plead guilty to 84 counts of involuntary manslaughter for a swath of death and destruction left behind after its fraying electrical grid ignited a 2018 wildfire that destroyed three Northern California towns and drove the nation's largest utility into bankruptcy
Fitness enthusiasts think outside the gym during coronavirus
People around the country who are self-isolating or maintaining social distance during the coronavirus outbreak have to think outside the gym when it comes to their fitness routines.
Virus spurs unexpected test for US schools: Online learning
Schools around the U.S. are taking an unplanned, unprecedented test of online education during coronavirus shutdowns, and the nation's largest school system has plunged in.
AP: What you need to know today about the virus outbreak
The head of the World Health Organization says the coronavirus outbreak is accelerating but insisted the trajectory of the pandemic can be changed.
Latest Headlines: President Trump order makes it crime to stockpile scarce medical supplies
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order making it a crime to excessively stockpile personal protective equipment that is needed by medical personnel fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
