Cold weather means new challenges for struggling restaurants
Restaurants are trying to figure out how to extend the outdoor dining season using space heaters, tents, temporary igloos and even blankets. Heat lamps are already in short supply.
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Federal judge blocks Indiana’s noon deadline for receiving mail-in ballots
The injunction approved by Judge Sarah Evans Barker means that all mail-in ballots postmarked on or before Nov. 3 and received on or before Nov. 13—10 days after the election—must be counted, if otherwise valid.
Facing online challenges, some rural districts seek longer in-person school days
Even though many Indiana districts have reopened campuses, some school superintendents want the freedom to offer fewer, but longer, instruction days
Pelosi, Meadows say they’re hopeful new economic relief deal within reach
Many lawmakers are feeling intense pressure to make a new deal, with millions still out of work and cities and states delaying infrastructure projects and laying off workers because of massive revenue shortfalls.
COVID-19 cases rising among U.S. children as schools reopen
After preying heavily on the elderly in the spring, the coronavirus is increasingly infecting American children and teens in a trend authorities say appears driven by school reopenings and the resumption of sports, playdates and other activities.
Indiana reports 20 new COVID-19 deaths, 761 more cases
The 20 deaths were the most seen in the daily report since Sept. 15, matching that day’s total. The state has reported 90 deaths over the past week, up from 63 the previous week.
Consumer confidence posts better-than-expected monthly gain
Consumer confidence is closely watched for signals about consumer spending, which accounts for 70% of economic activity in the United States.
As COVID deaths hit 1 million, scientist says toll might be double
The coronavirus’s rapid spread and ability to transmit in people who show no signs of the disease have enabled it to outrun measures to accurately quantify cases through widespread diagnostic testing.
Economic relief talks between White House, Pelosi suddenly resume
The White House and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., renewed discussions over a possible economic-relief bill as Democrats offered a $2.2 trillion package and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin immediately engaged in talks.
Wall Street climbs for third straight session with widespread gains
Big Tech stocks did the heaviest lifting. And several companies announced big mergers and acquisitions, which helped to push markets higher.
U.S. to ship millions of tests in push to reopen K-12 schools
The tests will go out to states based on their population and can be used as governors see fit, but the administration encourages states to place a priority on schools.
United Airlines reaches deal with pilots, avoids furloughs
The Air Line Pilots Association said Monday that the deal will allow United to spread a reduced amount of flying across the airline’s 13,000 pilots to save jobs at least until June.
Indiana reports 879 new COVID-19 cases, 11 more deaths
The Indiana State Department of Health on Monday said cumulative positivity rate for unique individuals rose from at 8.6% to 8.7% and the seven-day positivity rate for unique individuals increased from 6.8% to 7.1%.
Nearly 1 million who died of COVID-19 also illuminated treatment
People who have died from COVID-19, especially ones who took part in studies, have helped reveal what drugs do or do not help, and which hospital treatments have been more effective.
Indiana reports 921 new COVID-19 cases, three more deaths
The Indiana State Department of Health on Sunday reported the testing of 8,698 more unique individuals. The cumulative positivity rate for unique individuals remained at 8.6%.
Indiana reports 1,155 new COVID-19 cases; U.S. cases surpass 7M
The Indiana State Department of Health on Saturday reported the testing of 9,643 more unique individuals.
Stocks post solid gains as technology shares lead rally
The S&P 500 came within striking distance of a 10% drop from its all-time high earlier this week, what Wall Street calls a correction. Friday’s gains reflect, in part, traders taking advantage of the selling to snap up stocks at lower prices.
More landlords suing to push back against eviction ban
At least 26 such lawsuits have been filed by property owners this year, claiming that the national eviction moratorium unfairly strains their finances and violates their property rights.
Desk shortage forces people to get creative about workspaces
Online, sales of desks and accessories, such as desk chairs and lamps, were up 283% in August from the year before, according to Rakuten Intelligence, which tracks shopper behavior.
Indiana reports 1,195 COVID-19 cases, 18 more deaths
The Indiana State Department of Health on Friday reported the highest number of cases since Sept. 13 and the largest number of deaths since Sept. 15.