Crowds led Florida city to close beaches 1 week after reopening

NAPLES, Fla. — A Florida city closed its beaches Sunday, one week after they reopened, because officials said visitors were not practicing social distancing and could have contributed to the spread of the new coronavirus.Officials in Naples on Florida's southwest coast said that the crowds on Saturday were packed too tightly together, so they decided to close beaches until a city council meeting can be held Monday to discuss solutions.Councilman Gary Price went to the beach Saturday after learning about the crowds and took photos of people not obeying rules that require groups to remain apart.“It’s pretty sad,” he told the Naples Daily News. “It’s such a popular place.

American Hockey League cancels remainder of 2019-20 regular season

MILWAUKEE -- The American Hockey League announced Monday, May 11 that the league’s Board of Governors has voted to cancel the remainder of the 2019-20 AHL regular season and the 2020 Calder Cup Playoffs due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis.The following statement was issued in a press release:

'We're appreciated:' Each week amid COVID-19, Kenosha restaurant donates food to seniors

KENOSHA -- Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the staff at Century Pub and Eatery in Kenosha has made hundreds of meals for seniors at Prairie Ridge Senior Center-- donating food for free.Those at the restaurant didn't want to see the food go to waste -- so it instead brings smiles to seniors in quarantine every Sunday."Today, we're doing prime rib and shrimp linguine," said Ron McGill, owner of Century Pub and Eatery.

Massachusetts ice cream shop closes day after reopening amid coronavirus over patrons harassing workers

MASHPEE, Mass. -- The owner of a Massachusetts ice cream parlor closed its doors just one day after reopening amid the coronavirus pandemic in response to how angry customers mistreated a teenage employee.

Vice President Mike Pence, task force members isolate after virus exposure

WASHINGTON —Vice President Mike Pence is self-isolating after an aide tested positive for the coronavirus last week, joining three of the nation's top scientists in taking protective steps after possible exposure, in another stark reminder that not even one of the nation’s most secure buildings is immune from the virus.An administration official said Pence is voluntarily limiting his exposure to other people.

Chicago letter carrier tested positive for COVID-19 after childbirth, was released, died days later

CHICAGO -- Unique Clay, 31, was the first letter carrier in Chicago to die from COVID-19, and even more tragically, her death came just a week after she gave birth to a healthy baby girl.

401 COVID-19 deaths in Wisconsin, 10K+ positive, 5K+ recovered, 100K+ negative

MILWAUKEE — The number of deaths associated with COVID-19 in Wisconsin rose to 400 Sunday, May 10, according to officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

'Coronavirus' heroin seized in New York City drug bust

NEW YORK -- Marketing-savvy New York City drug dealers have seized on the COVID-19 pandemic, selling heroin in glassine packets stamped with the word “coronavirus” next to a biohazard symbol.

'A special bond:' Mother/son duo, owners of O'Lydia's, offer curbside pickup on Mother's Day

MILWAUKEE -- While Mother's Day may have looked a little different amid the coronavirus pandemic, those at O'Lydia's Bar & Grill in Milwaukee's Walker's Point neighborhood changed up operations to make sure it was extra special."Normally on a good Mother's Day, we have a full patio that's open and people sitting outside," said Linda Sackett, O'Lydia's owner.O'Lydia's offered curbside pickup on Sunday, May 10 -- offering Mother's Day special safely amid COVID-19.

President Trump's advisers cite need to stop 'permanent' economic toll

WASHINGTON — Some of President Donald Trump’s top economic advisers emphasized on Sunday the importance of states getting more businesses and offices open even as the pandemic makes its way to the White House complex, forcing three members of the administration’s coronavirus task force into self-quarantine.The president and governors who will decide when to reopen their states are facing competing pressures.

Volunteers use internet to check foster kids during pandemic

DENVER — The call usually comes around 7 each night, while Sarah Sparks is watching a movie with her two daughters on the couch.

Sen. Chuck Schumer calls on VA to explain use of unproven drug on vets

WASHINGTON — The Senate’s top Democrat on Sunday called on the Department of Veterans Affairs to explain why it allowed the use of an unproven drug on veterans for the coronavirus, saying patients may have been put at unnecessary risk.Sen.

Coronavirus complicates safety for families living together

CHICAGO — At the age of 24, Francy Sandoval has unwittingly become the sole breadwinner for her family, after her mom, dad and brother — a nanny, a painter and a server — all lost their jobs in the coronavirus pandemic.Her family needs the money, so the aspiring nurse feels she has no choice but to keep her high-risk job at the front desk of a suburban Chicago community health clinic treating many COVID-19 patients.

Virus drives new demand for Talkspace's online therapy

WASHINGTON — The coronavirus pandemic is driving up stress levels for many Americans — and new business for online therapy companies.More than 4 in 10 U.S. adults say worries tied to the outbreak are impacting their mental health, according to a recent poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation.Not surprisingly, companies that offer online therapy are seeing increased demand for video and text-based consultations.Dr.