Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, May 20, 2021
This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for May 20, 2021
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In 19 US states, at least half of adults are fully vaccinated against Covid-19
The US is reporting some of the lowest Covid-19 metrics in nearly a year and officials say we're finally turning the corner. But vaccination rates have slowed nationwide and are uneven across American communities. -
NC Republicans pitch $1,500 back-to-work bonuses for unemployed
The measure would use taxpayer money to pay bonuses and would cut off weekly benefits if people resist job offers. -
As pandemic continues, summer camps prepare to open
Camp organizers are doing what they can to keep things COVID-19 safe, but there are key questions parents should ask. -
Salma Hayek says she almost died of COVID-19
In a new interview with 'Variety,' Hayek revealed that she contracted COVID-19 in the early days of the pandemic. -
One way or another, major public funding coming for NC broadband expansion
Hundreds of millions of dollars are earmarked in plans from House Republicans and Gov. Roy Cooper's administration. -
A Country-by-Country Guide to Reopened Europe
The European Union on Wednesday agreed to reopen its borders to fully vaccinated travelers, including Americans, and people from a list of COVID-safe countries that will be determined later this week before the summer tourism season. -
Elective surgeries begin again as coronavirus cases decline
Optimism is growing as the numbers continue to go down, while the decline is also creating changes inside local hospitals. -
Declining coronavirus cases create change inside hospitals
For the first time in nearly a year, the state's average coronavirus cases were under 1,000 on Thursday. -
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. -
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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