Onondaga County confirms 12th coronavirus-related death
As the county continues to practice social distancing, demands for COVID-19 testing will slowly diminish. Read more »
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New York sees decrease in hospitalizations from coronavirus
New York state is developing an economic reopening strategy with seven other states in the region, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Read more »
New York coronavirus hospitalization rate drops, death rate increases
Although the number of deaths is increasing, the state has reported 200 hospitalizations since Wednesday, its lowest number to date. Read more »
New York begins to flatten coronavirus curve
Though the number of confirmed cases and deaths has risen, the virus’ curve is leveling off, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. Read more »
New York state may be near height of coronavirus outbreak
It’s possible that the number of cases will remain at a steady high for some period of time before declining, rather than increase sharply. Read more »
Coronavirus death toll in New York exceeds 3,500
The state administered 23,101 COVID-19 tests Friday, the highest number of tests conducted in the state so far. Read more »
New York state to assign over 78,000 medical volunteers to hospitals
An online portal will go live today to organize the medical volunteers the state has received so far by their region and area of expertise. Read more »
Syracuse businesses may receive up to $25,000 in loans from the city
Small business owners near Syracuse University told The Daily Orange how they might use these loans to support their business. Read more »
New York stockpiles supplies for height of coronavirus outbreak
The state has been storing medical supplies, such as ventilators and protective equipment, at a warehouse in New Jersey for when hospitals experience an influx of patients. Read more »
DPS to enforce social distancing for off-campus residents
DPS will work with city and county officials to enforce Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s order for residents to remain at home unless necessary. Read more »
New York to open medical centers in colleges, public spaces
Cuomo is also considering using retrofitting dorms at two CUNY colleges—City College and Queens College—to serve as medical sites. Read more »
Coronavirus cases in Onondaga County rise to 53
County Executive Ryan McMahon encouraged residents to listen to the guidance of doctors and public officials as coronavirus cases continue to increase. Read more »
SUNY-ESF to suspend on-campus classes
Students have been encouraged to leave the SUNY-ESF campus by Tuesday and continue learning remotely until further notice. Read more »
Crouse Hospital patient tests negative for coronavirus
Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is a respiratory disease that has spread to at least 109 countries, infected over 113,700 and killed more than 4,000 worldwide. Read more »
'Red Flag' law shows little change, county officials say
Guns were involved in 129 aggravated assaults, 62 robberies and 20 murders in the city last year. Read more »
2nd coronavirus case confirmed in New York
The 50 year-old male patient lives in Westchester County and works in Manhattan, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Tuesday. Read more »
Trump admin right to ban NY from Trusted Traveler, but for wrong reasons
Conservative columnist Adrianna San Marco argues that the Trump administration was correct to prevent New Yorkers from signing on to the TSA’s Trusted Traveller program, but used flawed reasoning to enact the change. Read more »
SU to create plan for suspending classes in case of coronavirus outbreak
The University Center for Online and Digital Learning will collaborate with SU’s schools, colleges and Information Technology Services to create the plan “out of an abundance of caution.” Read more »
New York patient tests positive for coronavirus
The patient contracted the virus while traveling in Iran, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said in a statement. Read more »
Sen. Gillibrand seeks to enforce loan forgiveness
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand responded to questions from Syracuse residents about her progress on federal issues at a town hall meeting Tuesday. Read more »
New York State Bar Association approves recreational cannabis use
The Committee on Cannabis Law supports legalizing recreational cannabis use for adults, but provided a list of recommendations for any forthcoming legislation. Read more »
Gig economy employment is met with mixed feelings
As New York lawmakers debate the future of work, Syracuse gig workers are concerned about the flexibility of their gigs. Users of services like Uber, Lyft and Grubhub may end up paying the price. Read more »
Student at SU global partner school tests positive for coronavirus
Some faculty said the secrecy surrounding the hiring of the school’s new dean contradicts Newhouse’s identity as a communications school. Read more »
Video: The D.O. Explains: 5 stories you missed over break
News Editor Emma Folts summarizes 5 of the most important stories from winter break. Read more »
