To Limit COVID-19, Navajo Leader Says: 'Listen To Your Public Health Professionals'

The Navajo Nation has seen a turning point in its battle against the virus. Cases are down dramatically. Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez says that's because citizens heed public health advice.

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American Incomes Were Rising, Until The Pandemic Hit

Median household income rose sharply last year, while poverty declined, the Census Bureau says. The report shows the fruits of the long economic expansion that ended abruptly when the pandemic struck.

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At Least 25 Indian Lawmakers Test Positive For Coronavirus As Parliament Reopens

Indian lawmakers were required to get tested for the coronavirus within 72 hours before entering parliament — which met on Monday for the first time since March.

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AstraZeneca Resumes Its COVID-19 Vaccine Trials In The U.K.

The company had placed its worldwide vaccine trials on hold for several days, but now says a safety review by regulators and reviewers is complete. No word yet when studies in the U.S. might resume.

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Adults With COVID-19 Twice As Likely To Have Eaten At Restaurants, CDC Study

The study compared the habits and activities of 314 adults who had been tested for the virus. Positive cases more often reported dining at a restaurant within 14 days before they showed symptoms.

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DeVos Loses Latest Fight Over Rerouting Aid To Private School Students

A federal judge says U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos overstepped in trying to send more CARES Act money to help students at private schools.

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More Groceries, Less Gas: The Pandemic Is Shaking Up The Cost Of Living

Consumer prices rose 0.4% in August and 1.3% over the last 12 months. Some economists say that official measure understates inflation, because the pandemic has changed both what and how we buy.

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New York City Public Transit Riders Who Don't Mask Up Will Face Fines Starting Monday

Riders are already required to wear face coverings on subways, buses and railroads. Officials hope the new penalty will improve compliance and bring hesitant would-be passengers back on board.

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57 People Face Federal Charges Of Defrauding Coronavirus Relief Program

Prosecutors say those charged attempted to steal more than $175 million from the Paycheck Protection Program, which is meant to provide relief to small businesses impacted by the pandemic.

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Los Angeles County Issues Guidance Discouraging Trick Or Treating This Halloween

As fall approaches and the pandemic continues, health officials in California's most populous county are prohibiting many of the usual Halloween gatherings and recommending against trick or treating.

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