There’s Been a Spike in People Dying at Home in Several Cities. That Suggests Coronavirus Deaths Are Higher Than Reported.
Coronavirus death counts are based on positive tests and driven by hospital deaths. But data from major metropolitan areas shows a spike in at-home deaths, prompting one expert to say current numbers were just “the tip of the iceberg.”
Too Much Food at Farms, Too Little Food in the Stores
Faced with a supply chain disrupted by the coronavirus, agriculture departments and farm bureaus are striving to connect farmers with food banks and potential buyers.
States Announce Regional Efforts to Restart the Economy
The moves came as President Trump declared he and the federal government have primacy over deciding when “to open up the states” amid the coronavirus crisis.
Five Years of Route Fifty
Look how we’ve grown.
Older Americans Are Risking Coronavirus Exposure to Get Their Medications
COMMENTARY | A national survey of Americans over age 65 to see how they are getting medications almost a month into stay-at-home recommendations should be a call to action, both for older adults and for those who care about them.
Furor Erupts: Billions Going To Hospitals Based On Medicare Billings, Not COVID-19
The Trump administration confirmed Friday it would give hospitals and doctors coronavirus bailout money according to their historical share of revenue from the Medicare program for seniors—not according to their caseload burden.
Why We Don’t Have Enough Backup Ventilators
COMMENTARY | The reserve stock of medical supplies is insufficient for our current crisis. The U.S. needs a new approach for maintaining emergency reserves.
With No U.S. Plan to Return to Normal, Some States Are Creating Their Own
States are thinking ahead.
States Fly Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Coronavirus Victims
Governors said the flags would serve as memorials to deceased residents whose families can't hold traditional funerals amid stay-at-home orders and social-distancing guidelines.
Bruises from Coronavirus Begin to Show on State Budgets
Recent days have seen spending reductions and downbeat revenue forecasts.
Canceling Everything Was the Easy Part
COMMENTARY | Shutting entire states down was painful but clearly necessary. Governors still have many ugly choices ahead of them.
Under Pressure, Florida Governor Finally Orders Residents To Stay Home
Florida joins more than 30 other states and the District of Columbia in moves that have similarly restricted residents and businesses. Gov. Ron DeSantis’ decision came as Texas and Pennsylvania took similar action.
Lessons from States that Embraced Telework Before the Coronavirus
COMMENTARY | How to avoid certain pitfalls now that many—or most—employees must now work from home.
Extended Income Tax Deadline Is Yet Another Coronavirus Budget Curveball for States
Shifting the due date for income tax filings to July from April will likely create some budget gaps that states will have to manage in the final months of their fiscal years.
State Legislatures Scramble to Meet in the Age of Coronavirus
Lawmakers across the country rushed to pass resolutions permitting virtual meetings and remote voting, efforts they said were necessary to adhere to social distancing guidelines and protect legislators.
$60 for Toilet Paper? How Attorneys General Are Fighting Price Gougers
State attorneys general are inundated with price gouging complaints and working with online retailers to crack down on overpriced items.
Some States Stall Plastic Bag Bans During Coronavirus Outbreak
Lawmakers and some store chains are temporarily banning reusable bags amid fears that their usage could help spread coronavirus.
Coronavirus Is Slamming State Unemployment Systems
Funding is one concern, another is handling an unprecedented wave of claims.
Governor Reiterates Importance of Social Distancing after 'Coronavirus Party' Attendee Tests Positive for Virus
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear had a hard time containing his frustration this week.
Distilleries and Breweries Begin Manufacturing Hand Sanitizer Amid National Shortages
Dozens of businesses across the country switched production from booze to sanitizer after two federal agencies relaxed manufacturing guidelines amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
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