Online petition to delay July reopening of Disneyland Resorts gains momentum

An online petition urging a delay of the scheduled reopening of the Disneyland Resort due to the risk of guests contracting coronavirus has acquired more than 26,000 signatures as of this morning.

White House imposes new travel ban, citing coronavirus spike

President Trump had already banned certain travelers from China, Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland and, to a lesser extent, Iran. He has not moved to ban travel from Russia, which has the world’s third-highest caseload.

Delta suspending service at Midway, nine other airports until the fall

Delta Airlines is suspending service at Chicago Midway International Airport and nine other locations until the fall because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Yosemite employees evicted amid coronavirus pandemic

The group of Yosemite Hospitality workers were told this week layoffs require them to leave Yosemite by May 21, the Fresno Bee reported Friday.

Expedia chairman calls Trump 'witch doctor' and says economic damage is 'catastrophic'

The chairman of Expedia called President Donald Trump a "witch doctor" on Sunday, saying the administration has to step up its response with clear, science-based instructions.

Hawaii basically deserted as tourists stop coming

Like many cities across the world, Honolulu came to an eerie standstill this weekend as officials implemented measures to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic throughout the islands. 

CDC issues 14-day domestic travel advisory for NJ, NY, CT

A 14-day travel restriction has been issued for New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut in an effort to contain the spread of coronavirus.

Packed CTA buses raises concerns during COVID-19 outbreak

Two more CTA employees have tested positive for coronavirus: a bus driver from the 77th Street bus garage, and a train conductor who worked out of the 95th street station.

Midway control tower reopens as US airlines prepare for potential shutdown

The air traffic control tower at Midway Airport reopened Tuesday, a week after it closed for cleaning due to a COVID-19 exposure that disrupted flights in and out of the airport.