United Airlines Reports $1.8 Billion Loss But Looks Ahead To Friendlier Skies
United is the latest airline to report a huge third-quarter loss blamed on the coronavirus pandemic, but the CEO says he sees improvement ahead.
Health & Safety
Weather, Football And Politics: Wisconsin Lt. Gov. On Spike In COVID-19 Cases
Mandela Barnes, Wisconsin's Democratic lieutenant governor, reflects on the recent surge of coronavirus cases in his state and talks about how it's preparing for what comes next.
Being A Mom Is Tough. Being A Mom In A Pandemic Is Even Tougher
Being a mom is challenging enough. Add the pressures of a pandemic — and how do you cope? Mothers in Jordan, the Netherlands and Wisconsin share their stories and strategies.
Single-Day COVID-19 Deaths In Illinois At Highest Level In Months
Health officials said Thursday that 53 people had died from the disease in the most recent daily tally, the highest number since June. Confirmed cases have also been trending up in recent days.
Tobacco Plants Contribute Key Ingredient For COVID-19 Vaccine
Here's irony: tobacco plants may be key in preventing COVID-19. Two companies are using the plants to produce proteins for a vaccine. One candidate vaccine is already in a clinical trial.
Pfizer Seems To Lead Coronavirus Vaccine Development Race. How Did It Get Ahead?
Pfizer appears to have the lead in the race to develop a coronavirus vaccine. Results from its clinical trials could be out in a matter of weeks.
Doctors' Unconscious Bias Affects Quality Of Health Care Services, Research Shows
Research shows that doctors' unconscious bias can hurt patients of color. Some hospitals are trying to train doctors and stop disparate treatment.
London And Other English Cities Declared To Be At High Alert For COVID-19
"Things will get worse before they get better," U.K. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said, noting that the coronavirus is spreading exponentially in the United Kingdom.
New NC Poll Shows Support For Slow Reopening Of Schools And Businesses
A new poll shows that most North Carolina residents believe schools should stick with online classes for the immediate future.
European Coronavirus Infections Now Exceed U.S. Cases
Sharp increases in COVID-19 cases in many countries in Europe have left governments trying to limit the spread of infection while avoiding further damage to their economies