Trump to Americans: Stop Panic Buying and ‘Relax’
BY JACK PHILLIPS President Donald Trump in a Sunday night comment has called on Americans to “relax” amid reports that stores in various locations are being cleared out of essential items and food. “You don’t have to buy so much,” Trump told reporters. “Take it easy. Relax.” Trump said that people should be wary of panic buying […]
Possibly ‘A Few Months’ Until Life Returns to Normal, Top US Health Official Says
BY JACK PHILLIPS The top infectious disease expert in the United States on March 15 said that it may take several months before life returns to normal in the United States because of the coronavirus pandemic. “It’s going to be a matter of several weeks to a few months, for sure,” Dr. Anthony Fauci, head of the […]
Disneyland in California to Temporarily Close Over Coronavirus
BY JACK PHILLIPS The Walt Disney Co. on Thursday announced it would close Disneyland over concerns about the COVID-19 coronavirus. The closure will go into effect starting on Saturday, March 14, and last until the end of the month, the company confirmed. It will work with visitors who want to change or cancel their plans and provide refunds […]
California Is Monitoring at Least 8,400 People for Coronavirus, Governor Says
BY JACK PHILLIPS California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that 33 people in California have tested positive for COVID-19 coronavirus, and officials are currently monitoring more than 8,400 people for the virus. Newsom stated that 5 of the 33 patients who tested positive for the virus have left the state. Health officials said some of the 33 positive cases were […]
Trump: Coronavirus Risk to US Remains ‘Very Low’
BY JACK PHILLIPS President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the COVID-19 coronavirus risk to the United States is low and placed Vice President Mike Pence in charge of a coronavirus task force. “The risk to the American people remains very low,” Trump said in a press conference at the White House. “The vaccine is coming along well, and we think this […]
3 Killed After Rental Agreement Dispute: Officials
BY JACK PHILLIPS Three people in California were killed following a dispute about a rental agreement, local police officials confirmed. A 20-year-old woman, Jordan Guzman, and her 18-year-old boyfriend, Anthony McCloud, are accused of killing 46-year-old Wendy Lopez-Araiza, her 21-year-old daughter Genesis Lopez-Araiza, and 18-year-old Trinity Clyde, said Hemet Police. Hemet Police Department Chief Eddie Pust said Wendy Lopez-Araiza’s […]
BUSINESS | Dow Jones Plunges More Than 1,000 Points Amid Coronavirus Fears
BY JACK PHILLIPS The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged more than 1,000 points on Monday as the number of coronavirus cases outside of China surged, sparking fears of a protracted economic slowdown. The Dow closed 1,031.61 points lower, or 3.56 percent, at 27,960.80, while the S&P 500 dropped 3.35 percent to 3,225.89. The Nasdaq Composite closed 3.71 percent lower to […]
Coronavirus Quarantine Ends for 195 Americans at California Air Base
BY JACK PHILLIPS Nearly 200 Americans who were evacuated from China have been released from their 14-day quarantine after none tested positive for the mysterious new coronavirus. “Our guests at March Air Reserve Base are happy to see an official end today to their 14-day quarantine and are looking forward to returning home. We wish them well,” the Riverside […]
Trump Touts US Economy in Optimistic State of the Union Address
BY JACK PHILLIPS resident Donald Trump delivered his annual State of the Union, touting the burgeoning U.S. economy in a key moment just months away from the November election. “Three years ago, we launched the great American comeback. tonight, I stand before you to share the incredible results,” Trump said. “In just three short years, we have shattered the mentality […]
1 Dead, 5 Injured in Greyhound Bus Shooting in California: Officials
BY JACK PHILLIPS At least six passengers were shot on a Greyhound bus that was traveling from Los Angeles to San Francisco, California, according to officials. The California Highway Patrol said a woman was killed and five people were wounded in the incident, Sgt. Brian Pennings said, reported the Los Angeles Times. The incident took place at around […]
