US coronavirus deaths exceed 75,000 – Reuters tally; latest on global spread
Reuters US deaths from the novel coronavirus topped 75,000 deaths on Thursday, according to a Reuters tally, after the White House shelved a step-by-step guide prepared by health officials to help states safely reopen. Deaths in the United States, the epicenter of the global pandemic, have averaged 2,000 a day since mid-April despite efforts to […]
Essay: Religious liberty means COVID-19 restrictions cannot target churchgoers
In an article first published on Religion News Service, TONY PERKINS, president of the Family Research Council, argues that the government should not target religious gatherings or activities for restriction during the coronavirus response…
In the US, church services resume as Montana takes first step to reopen
Laurel, MontanaAP Montana took its first, halting step toward reopening on Sunday as churchgoers returned to services after a month-long hiatus and a general stay-at-home order expired. While other states have been extending restrictions amid the continuing spread of the coronavirus, Montana is among those that are beginning to loosen rules in hopes of restoring […]
US coronavirus crisis takes a sharp political turn
New York City, USReuters The US coronavirus crisis took a sharp political turn on Friday as President Donald Trump lashed out at four Democratic governors over their handling of the pandemic after having conceded that states bear ultimate control of restrictions to contain the outbreak. The Republican president targeted three swing states critical to his […]
Worship in a pandemic: Why these California churches say holding in-person services is essential despite pandemic
ALEJANDRA MOLINA, of Religion News Service, reports from Los Angeles on why some Californian churches are challenging stay-at-home orders…