Oklahoma addresses teacher shortage with new initiative
Oklahoma begins a new initiative to help schools suffering from staffing and teacher shortages.
Coronavirus
US faces wave of omicron deaths in coming weeks, models say
COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. are climbing and modelers forecast 50,000 to 300,000 more Americans could die by the time the wave subsides in mid-March.
Kansas will stop 'futile' COVID-19 contact tracing
Kansas will stop contact tracing for COVID-19 next month because it is “futile” as confirmed cases increase and the public becomes less interested in participating, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment said Tuesday.
Hong Kong to kill 2,000 animals after hamsters get COVID-19
The pet shop employee tested positive for the delta variant on Monday, and several hamsters imported from the Netherlands at the store tested positive as well.
What's next for anti-vax tennis star Novak Djokovic? And more omicron news today.
The No. 1-ranked player is back in Serbia, ending a chapter in an elite sports drama caught up in pandemic politics. Tossed from Australia, he may not be allowed to play in the French Open, either. Here's the latest.
In Greece, unvaccinated people 60 and up face monthly fines
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greece imposed a vaccination mandate Monday for people 60 and older as a spike in infections has put sustained pressure on Greek hospitals, where most of the seriously ill patients belong to that age group.
Clap, don't chant: China aims for 'Zero COVID' Olympics
Athletes will need to be vaccinated — or face a long quarantine — take tests daily and wear masks when not competing or training. Clapping is OK to cheer on teammates, not chanting. Anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 will be sent into isolation and unable to compete until cleared for discharge.
The CDC updated its mask guidelines. What to know about 'the highest level of protection'
Here's what you need to know about masks like N95s, where to get them and how to use them safely.
FAA sets rules for some Boeing 787 landings near 5G service
Similar orders could be issued in the coming days for other planes.
Marines OK first religious exemptions for COVID-19 vaccine
...something no other military service has done so far.
Federal testing website launches Wednesday with limit of 4 tests per home
The tests will be provided at no cost, including no shipping fee. The White House said "tests will typically ship within 7-12 days of ordering."
ABC News draws fire for editing of CDC director's interview
The interview was seized upon by figures like Donald Trump Jr., Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingraham to imply the Biden administration has been lying to the public.
Missouri Southern updates its masking guidance
JOPLIN, Mo. -- Missouri Southern is temporarily changing its masking guidance. The university is requiring masks to be worn in classrooms, meetings where social distancing is not possible,…
As many local districts close, some, are able to remain open
While a lot of districts are halting in-person learning, some schools are still in session. We spoke with one of those districts still in session.
SCOTUS blocks Biden business vaccine mandate, and more COVID-19 news
A study suggesting cannabis compounds can prevent coronavirus from entering human cells, a huge bump in unemployment claims, and more — here is today's coronavirus news.
McDonald County goes to virtual learning for Jan 14
McDonald County R-1 School District goes to virtual learning for Friday, Jan. 14.
Supreme Court halts COVID-19 vaccine rule for US businesses
The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.
Joplin Schools cancels classes for Friday, Jan. 14
Joplin parents get an automated message saying school is canceled for Friday, January 14, 2022.
Supreme Court halts COVID-19 vaccine rule for US businesses
At the same time, the court is allowing the administration to proceed with a vaccine mandate for most health care workers in the U.S.
Parsons Police enter Covid Protocol, what this means for residents
The Parsons Police Department enters COVID Protocol again, with staffing levels at a critical state.
COVID-19 pill rollout stymied by shortages as omicron rages
Two new COVID-19 pills predicted to be an important weapon against the pandemic are in short supply and have played little role in the fight against omicron. Here's why.
Nursing homes see spike in COVID cases
Nursing homes see spike in new COVID cases due to omicron surge in the general community.
Local school districts move to virtual learning
School districts across the four states are facing the tough decision to temporarily go back to virtual learning. The Carthage school district announced Monday night they would be…
The debate over mask mandates continues, and more COVID-19 news
Officials across the U.S. are again weighing how and whether to impose mask mandates as COVID-19 infections soar and the American public grows ever wearier of pandemic-related restrictions.
