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COVID hospitalizations jump by 22% in one week, with new cases rising by 32% in NC. — According to data from May 8-14, new COVID cases increased by 32% week-over-week in NC, with hospitalizations up by 22%. COVID cases in Wake County increased by 42% overall week-over-week, with Durham County's numbers going up by 20% and Cumberland County jumping by 40%.

Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, Feb. 1, 2021

This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for Feb. 1, 2021.

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NC tops 1 million vaccinations, but supply is lacking
North Carolina health providers have administered more than 1 million doses of coronavirus vaccine since mid-December, according to the state Department of Health and Human Services.

February 2, 2021 6:02 a.m. EST
COVID-19 response, teacher pay and literacy among top 2021 priorities for state education leaders
COVID-19 response and long-term planning are the top legislative budget priorities for State Superintendent Catherine Truitt, State Board of Education Chairman Eric Davis and State Board Vice Chairman Alan Duncan.

February 1, 2021 2:23 p.m. EST
Need to get away? What to consider before traveling
A recent survey shows just 14 percent of Americans have booked an out-of-state trip for this year.

February 2, 2021 10:20 a.m. EST
Counties giving out the most vaccines fall behind when it comes to rate per population
More than a million shots have gone into arms here in North Carolina. Some counties are vaccinating a greater rates of their residents than others

February 1, 2021 5:38 p.m. EST
NCAE calls on lawmakers for more funding for teacher and student supports
Increasing funding for educators, support staff and student support systems are the top legislative priorities for North Carolina's largest teachers organization.

February 1, 2021 9:05 p.m. EST
Rocky Mount nursing home opens its COVID-19 unit to discharged hospital patients
A Rocky Mount nursing home has opened its COVID-19 unit to patients in need of continued care after being released from Nash UNC Health Care.

February 1, 2021 8:27 p.m. EST
Pandemic forces Raleigh to suspend R-Line bus service downtown
Working from home means fewer people in downtown Raleigh during the coronavirus pandemic, and the city is shifting its services accordingly.

February 1, 2021 8:42 p.m. EST
Independent living facilities not eligible for on-site COVID-19 vaccination clinics
For those in long-term care facilities, the vaccine comes to you. If your loved ones live in one of the 568 retirement communities across North Carolina, it's a different story.

February 1, 2021 6:46 p.m. EST
NC's vaccine data management system gets needed upgrade
After weeks of criticism from counties and hospitals, state officials over the weekend updated the software system in charge of tracking North Carolina's coronavirus vaccine rollout.

February 1, 2021 8:34 p.m. EST
Money for vaccinations, schools, renters in NC's latest pandemic relief measure
The Senate began considering the first coronavirus pandemic relief measure of the new legislative session on Tuesday.

February 2, 2021 1:17 p.m. EST
5 ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day with your high-risked loved one
Have a high risk loved one that hasn't gotten the COVID vaccine yet? No worries! They can still be your valentine!

February 1, 2021 9:00 p.m. EST
North Carolina Coronavirus dashboard - Maps, charts and data
The North Carolina COVID-19 Dashboard. The latest Coronavirus case numbers, deaths, hospitalizations, and other key coronavirus stats for North Carolina and the US.

April 5, 2022 2:00 p.m. EDT
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.

April 20, 2020 1:51 p.m. EDT
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.

March 26, 2020 7:05 p.m. EDT
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.

March 24, 2020 12:01 p.m. EDT
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.

May 22, 2020 6:21 p.m. EDT
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March 18, 2022 2:24 p.m. EDT