COVID-19

COVID-19 stories.

Two types of coverings can be made without a sewing machine, using materials most people already have at home.
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The Louisville Metro Public Health Department received complaints in early April that employees were concerned the company was not doing enough to protect them.
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Works are sought in three areas: written word, visual art and original music. The deadline to enter is May 31.
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If granted, the lawmakers’ request would allow payday lenders offering annual interest rates as high as 469% to tap into forgivable loans with a 1% interest rate.
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In Kentucky, at least 200 workers in meatpacking plants have been infected, and one worker has died.
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City officials expect payroll tax revenue to drop 7%, with unemployment caused by the coronavirus being a major factor.
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At least one plant in Western Kentucky is set to close April 30 to May 3 for deep cleaning and to prepare for better social distancing among workers.
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The first phase of health-care reopenings includes non-urgent, non-emergency and diagnostic services.
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Eights guests who represent the state's health and business interests are scheduled to appear on the show.
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