States in the U.S. are working to implement the new federal CARES Act, which includes unemployment compensation and other benefits to those not traditionally eligible for unemployment insurance.
States in the U.S. are working to implement the new federal CARES Act, which includes unemployment compensation and other benefits to those not traditionally eligible for unemployment insurance.
The Department for Children and Families Secretary announces several steps the agency is taking to temporarily ease restrictions on Kansans who are currently receiving or applying for food assistance.
The Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas receives part of a $15 million grant, along with other health centers and the KDHE.
The CDC answers frequently asked questions about the spread of COVID-19. We've put a few on our website.
Health officials say Vernon County, Missouri has its first positive case of COVID-19. The Health Department says this case is not travel-related and the male patient is quarantined at home.
By James Griffiths and Jackie Castillo, CNN (CNN) -- Australian and New Zealand passengers will be evacuated from a stricken Antarctic cruise ship Thursday, after almost 60% of those on board tested positive for the coronavirus. The Greg Mortimer, a cruise…
By Elissa Strauss, CNN (CNN) -- It took us about three days of social distancing before we decided to permanently relocate our coffee table to the corner. The family dance party, once an at most weekly affair, had quickly become…
By Rob Picheta, CNN (CNN) -- Cat owners who are self-isolating or have Covid-19 symptoms should consider keeping their pets indoors to stop them carrying the virus on their fur, a veterinary body has advised. The British Veterinary Association said animals "can act…
By SAM McNEIL Associated Press WUHAN, China (AP) — After more than two months indoors, Wuhan resident Tong Zhengkun was one of millions of people enjoying a renewed sense of freedom when the Chinese city's 76-day coronavirus lockdown was lifted…
New forecasts from the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation suggests we may be nearing the peak of the Coronavirus in our area. But, how is that number determined, and does that mean it's safe to go back to our usual routine?
COVID-19 is driving more people to shop online for groceries, but that high demand is causing a back log on orders.
Jasper County Emergency Manager Keith Stammer encourages people to shelter in place if possible, but if you can't you…
Small rural hospitals in the four stares have been working to prepare for a surge in COVID-19 cases, doing things like training more staff, and even turning conference rooms into patient rooms.
PINEVILLE, Mo. -- Big Elk Campground in Pineville, Missouri is trying to encourage people to get outdoors. The campground is offering free admission.…
JOPLIN, Mo. -- Many people are feeling cooped up during the pandemic. We caught up with some folks who are getting…
Staying 6 feet apart from each other in the lobby of Paws Vet Clinic in Joplin, is not possible, so to protect themselves, their patients and their clients, they are changing the way they operate.
Churches and funerals are now limited to 10 people or less at a time in Kansas.
Latest headlines related to COVID-19 as of April 7, 2020, at Noon.
Health officials confirm the first death due to COVID-19 in Bourbon County, Kansas.
Deaths in the U.S. reached about 11,000, with about 370,000 confirmed infections.
By Ben Morse, CNN (CNN) -- As other sports search for solutions on how to carry out events in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, UFC president Dana White believes he has come up with a creative resolution. The upcoming UFC 249 event on April 18…
It's filled with germs and near your face all the time. That's right, we're talking about your phone. It's crucial that the hygiene of our devices be as good as our…
