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Jazz Trumpeter Wallace Roney Dies From COVID-19 Complications At Age 59

The pugnacious post-bop player and composer, who was mentored by Miles Davis, had been hospitalized since last Wednesday.

<p>Oregon Gov. Kate Brown issues a shut down of restaurants at a press conference in Portland, Oregon, on March 16, 2020.</p>

Oregon Health Lab Runs COVID-19 Test For Governor, Contradicting Guidelines

Oregon Gov. Kate Brown exhibited none of the symptoms state officials say they're prioritizing for limited public health lab testing. Her test came back negative.

Trading ends for the day on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on March 20. It was the last day before the exchange switched to all-electronic trading in an effort to help contain the spread of the coronavirus.

The Dow Has Lost Nearly 14% In A Volatile Month

The stock market has never seen a month like March, with downs and ups of thousands of points in a day. The Dow has recovered from recent lows, but it has fallen 24% since its record high.

Wallace Roney performing at Le Poisson Rouge in New York, as part of the 2014 Winter Jazzfest. The trumpet player died Tuesday, March 31.

Wallace Roney, Intrepid Jazz Trumpeter, Dies From COVID-19 Complications At 59

The pugnacious post-bop player and composer, who was mentored by Miles Davis and Clark Terry, had been hospitalized since last Wednesday.

Pixar's Latest Adventure Is The Animated Film 'Onward'

NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Claudia Puig of the Los Angeles Film Critics Association about the new animated film Onward — two teenage elves set off on a magical quest to bring back their dad.

At Least 5 Rabbis From Ultra-Orthodox N.J. Community Have Died From Coronavirus

The community of Lakewood is experiencing a very high rate of infections as well. Police have broken up numerous gatherings recently, despite a stay-at-home order from the governor.

During a minute of silence commemorating COVID-19 victims, flags fly at half-staff Tuesday at Rome's monument to the unknown soldier.

Italy Observes Moment Of Silence For COVID-19 Victims, As Case Numbers Plateau

As the country moves into its fourth week of lockdown, the head of Italy's national institute of health announced that the country "has reached a plateau" in its infection rate.

People waiting outside a supermarket comply with citywide social distancing restrictions in New York City earlier this month.

New York, 'Still In Search Of The Apex,' Sees Another Spike In Coronavirus Cases

The state has reported more than 75,000 confirmed cases, but Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the peak is still to come. On Tuesday, he expressed frustration that FEMA was hindering, not helping, its efforts.

Michelle Kuppersmith's doctor recommended a bone marrow biopsy after suspecting she had a rare blood disorder. Though the biopsy was done by an in-network provider at an in-network hospital, Kuppersmith learned she was on the hook for $2,400 for out-of-network genetic profiling.

A Genetic Test For A Microscopic Problem Came With A Jumbo Price Tag

Molecular diagnostics are at the frontier of medical science. But along with precise information about health, the tests raise billing questions that can create a minefield for patients.

Walmart announced a series of measures to safeguard against the coronavirus and urged shoppers to limit how often they visit its stores.

Walmart To Start Checking Workers' Temperatures

The retailer also plans to distribute masks and gloves to workers and add one-way aisles. The company continues to urge shoppers to be "prudent" in stocking up on toilet paper and other supplies.

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