What is a pandemic? This is what the WHO’s new global COVID-19 designation means
On March 11, The World Health Organization officially declared the novel coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, a global pandemic.
On March 11, The World Health Organization officially declared the novel coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, a global pandemic.
Tom Hanks says he and wife Rita Wilson have coronavirus
Actor Tom Hanks announced he and his wife Rita Wilson tested positive for coronavirus on his Instagram Wednesday.
Actor Tom Hanks announced he and his wife Rita Wilson tested positive for coronavirus on his Instagram Wednesday.
MSU suspending face-to-face classes amid coronavirus spread in Michigan
Michigan State University has suspended all face-to-face classes after two cases of coronavirus COVID-19 were confirmed in Michigan.
Michigan State University has suspended all face-to-face classes after two cases of coronavirus COVID-19 were confirmed in Michigan.
CDC awards $14.5 million to Michigan to fight coronavirus
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded more than half a billion dollars to states and local jurisdictions in support of coronavirus and Michigan has received $14.5 million.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded more than half a billion dollars to states and local jurisdictions in support of coronavirus and Michigan has received $14.5 million.
Michigan Tech suspending face-to-face classes amid coronavirus spread in Michigan
Michigan Technological University has suspended all face-to-face classes from March 16 through at least April 17 after two cases of coronavirus COVID-19 were confirmed in Michigan.
Michigan Technological University has suspended all face-to-face classes from March 16 through at least April 17 after two cases of coronavirus COVID-19 were confirmed in Michigan.
1 coronavirus patient in Mich. confirmed at University of Michigan Health System
One of the two patients with confirmed cases of coronavirus COVID-19 is being treated at The University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor.
One of the two patients with confirmed cases of coronavirus COVID-19 is being treated at The University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor.
Central Michigan to end face-to-face classes after spring break amid coronavirus concerns
Central Michigan University will end in-person classes for at least two weeks amid fears of the coronavirus/COVID-19 spreading on campus.
Central Michigan University will end in-person classes for at least two weeks amid fears of the coronavirus/COVID-19 spreading on campus.
Oakland University suspends all in-person classes through end of semester
Oakland University has followed suit with most other universities in Michigan and suspended in-person classes effective at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
Oakland University has followed suit with most other universities in Michigan and suspended in-person classes effective at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
Trump executive order expected on medical supplies amid virus outbreak
The White House is also considering a host of more aggressive responses to free up additional federal dollars and to address concerns that the administration’s initial response to the pandemic was insufficient.
The White House is also considering a host of more aggressive responses to free up additional federal dollars and to address concerns that the administration’s initial response to the pandemic was insufficient.
Dearborn staff member potentially exposed to COVID-19, elementary school to close as a precaution
Dearborn Public Schools has announced Whitmore-Bolles Elementary school is being closed as a precaution after a staff member was exposed to someone with COVID-19.
Dearborn Public Schools has announced Whitmore-Bolles Elementary school is being closed as a precaution after a staff member was exposed to someone with COVID-19.
List of state universities move classes online only to slow coronavirus outbreak
The University of Michigan is canceling classes until April 21 due to the coronavirus outbreak
The University of Michigan is canceling classes until April 21 due to the coronavirus outbreak
Detroit cancels St. Patrick's Parade due to coronavirus concerns
The 62nd annual Detroit St. Patrick's Parade will be canceled after organizers consulted with Mayor Mike Duggan and Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
The 62nd annual Detroit St. Patrick's Parade will be canceled after organizers consulted with Mayor Mike Duggan and Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
NCAA games will be played without spectators amid coronavirus
Only essential staff and limited family attendance will be allowed at NCAA championships.
Only essential staff and limited family attendance will be allowed at NCAA championships.
Michigan advises avoiding gatherings of 100 people or more to prevent spread of coronavirus
Governor Gretchen Whitmer said Michigan residents should avoid gatherings of 100 people or more. That includes things like concerts, sporting events, and worship services.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer said Michigan residents should avoid gatherings of 100 people or more. That includes things like concerts, sporting events, and worship services.
Gov. Whitmer, Mayor Duggan quell fears, offer recommendations to Coronavirus/COVID-19
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will be holding a press conference Wednesday on an update of coronavirus in the state
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will be holding a press conference Wednesday on an update of coronavirus in the state
Wayne State classes canceled until March 23 amid coronavirus outbreak
Wayne State is canceling classes until March 23 amid an outbreak of the coronavirus in Michigan.
Wayne State is canceling classes until March 23 amid an outbreak of the coronavirus in Michigan.
World Health Organization declaring coronavirus outbreak a pandemic
The World Health Organization has declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic.
The World Health Organization has declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic.
Chicago's St. Patrick's Day parades postponed amid coronavirus concerns
Mayor Lori Lightfoot said the city is working with organizers from Chicago’s downtown, South Side and Northwest Side parades, as well as the annual Dyeing of the Chicago River, to reschedule those events for a later date.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot said the city is working with organizers from Chicago’s downtown, South Side and Northwest Side parades, as well as the annual Dyeing of the Chicago River, to reschedule those events for a later date.
What's known (and not known) about the 2 coronavirus cases in Michigan
Many questions still surround the first two cases of coronavirus COVID-19 here in Michigan. Here's what we do know about the patients.
Many questions still surround the first two cases of coronavirus COVID-19 here in Michigan. Here's what we do know about the patients.
Doctor says don't panic, but self-quarantine in wake of coronavirus in Michigan
Dr. Shrivastava “This is obviously a very dramatic time for all of us and in New York state we're in a state of emergency and have cases really all throughout New York City, I am in the Bronx and we have cases in West Chester and beyond. The thing we really need to concentrate on is not to create a panic, and to self-regulate and self-quarantine.
Dr. Shrivastava “This is obviously a very dramatic time for all of us and in New York state we're in a state of emergency and have cases really all throughout New York City, I am in the Bronx and we have cases in West Chester and beyond. The thing we really need to concentrate on is not to create a panic, and to self-regulate and self-quarantine.