It’s unclear. But the state will have to make do with alternative ventilators if a worst-case COVID-19 surge hits hospitals.
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Portland imposes temporary leash restrictions for dogs
Dogs must be leashed between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. in public places where they are usually allowed to be without one.
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Trump reverses course on power to ‘reopen’ states during pandemic
After tweeting on Monday that presidents have ‘total’ authority, Trump said Tuesday he’s leaving it to governors to determine when states can resume activity.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Coming to your $1,200 relief check: Donald J. Trump’s name
This will be the first time a president’s signature appears on an IRS disbursement, and will slow the money’s delivery by a few days.
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Richard Bryan, 81, professional driver, dies of COVID-19
Mr. Bryan operated his own boat transport company, R.H. Bryan & Son, for 40 years.
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CDC and FEMA have created a plan to reopen America. Here’s what it says.
President Trump says he’s going to authorize governors to implement a ‘very powerful reopening plan’ at a specific date and time.
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Stocks end higher as traders hope restrictions will ease
The broad rally came amid new signs that government officials are considering how to gradually reopen the economy.
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China moves to block new virus flare-up on Russian border
The city of Suifenhe has at least 243 imported cases, likely from those who work in Russia but live in China.
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Michigan soldiers set to use giant oven in war on COVID-19
The massive sanitizer is made out of common materials and cost only $30,000 – cheap when it comes to medical devices.
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Lighter traffic in Maine expected to make road work faster, safer
Traffic is down about 50%, allowing crews to close off more lanes and do more work during daylight hours.