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Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, Dec. 21, 2020
This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for Dec. 21, 2020.
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The Stimulus Deal: What's in It for You
Another dose of relief is finally on the way for the millions of Americans facing financial distress because of the coronavirus pandemic. -
Wake Tech helped one student keep her dream of earning a college degree alive
When the economy falters, community college enrollment normally rises as people seek to retrain for better employment opportunities. That hasn't happened during the pandemic. -
Cooper allows to-go mixed drinks as latest step in pandemic fight
Gov. Roy Cooper signed an executive order Monday to allow restaurants and bars to sell mixed drinks for takeout and delivery to limit the spread of coronavirus. -
COVID survivor discusses how best to recover from virus
Family physician Dr. Nicole Swiner, who previously was infected with coronavirus, discusses important steps in recovering from the virus, including rest, rehydrating and monitoring yourself for worsening symptoms. -
Coronavirus throws curveball to NC community colleges, students
When the economy falters, community college enrollment normally rises as people seek to retrain for better employment opportunities. That hasn't happened during the pandemic. -
Despite travel warning, many in NC are flying, gathering for Christmas
Despite the rising number of coronavirus cases and the pleas of public health leaders, many North Carolinians are traveling this holiday season. -
Federal authorities raising concerns about NC hospital staffing
The number of North Carolina hospitals experiencing staff shortages is still relatively low but the rate at which it is increasing is causing federal health officials to raise concerns. -
How to prep your kids for a COVID test
As COVID cases surge here in the Triangle, it's likely more parents will be making the trip to a doctor's office because of worrisome symptoms. -
Survey shows two-thirds of those who traveled at Thanksgiving didn't wear masks
Despite the rising number of coronavirus cases and the pleas of public health leaders, many North Carolinians are traveling this holiday season. -
UNC expert answers questions about new strain of coronavirus
Lisa Gralinski, an epidemiologist at UNC-Chapel Hill's Gillings School of Global Public Health, discusses the mutation of the coronavirus found in the U.K. -
Coronavirus in North Carolina: Maps, charts and data
View interactive coronavirus maps, graphics and county-by-county data on cases and deaths related to the COVID-19 outbreak in North Carolina. See whether the state is "flattening the curve." -
Coronavirus cases: U.S. and world - curves, maps and data
The Associated Press is tracking new reported coronavirus cases across the United States and globally, including showing curves by country. Click or hover on any state on the U.S. map to see the total number of reported cases and deaths. On the chart under the map, you can click to rank states based on the number of cases or deaths. Update times for the data are shown under the map and chart. -
List of resources to help seniors get groceries and prescriptions
Many businesses and organizations are offering delivery and drive-through services to help seniors and those who are at-risk reduce contact and still find the essentials they need. Read on for a growing list of resources including free prescription delivery, free curbside grocery pick-up, grocery delivery options and food pantry assistance. -
Triangle restaurants offering catering, delivery and take-out
A list of catering companies offering family meals, plus a list of local places offering take out or delivery. -
Resources to get through the coronavirus economic slowdown
This list of resources for giving and getting help will continue to grow until the coronavirus crisis has passed. -
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