Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In December 2019, the CDC began monitoring an infectious disease outbreak caused by a new coronavirus strain first identified in Wuhan, China. On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease: COVID-19, which was officially named a pandemic on March 11, 2020.

The first case in the United States was announced on January 21, 2020, in the state of Washington. The first fatality in the United States was announced on February 28, 2020. Find COVID-19 breaking news, what first responders need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for public safety leaders in how to prepare for and educate the public on the coronavirus here on Police1.

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Full list of Coronavirus (COVID-19) results

Video: Mich. deputy shoots man wanted for stabbing in face mask dispute
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The deputy quickly clears a gun malfunction and fires several rounds at the knife-wielding suspect when he fails to comply
Texas PD gives 10-year-old birthday parade amid COVID pandemic
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A woman asked her local police department to make her daughter’s birthday in self-isolation extra special
Compass project helps first responders focus on wellness
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West Virginia’s opioid crisis sparks launch of initiatives to support mental and physical health among fire and police personnel
Tampa Bay mask rules spur hundreds of 911 calls
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Hundreds of complaint calls, disturbances and mostly verbal arguments have been reported over masks
Miami chief says cops caught COVID-19 after Floyd rallies; protesters say he lied
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The department said 31 officers who contracted COVID-19 worked at the protests, but didn't say when they were diagnosed
First LAPD officer dies of COVID-19
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Senior Detention Officer Erica McAdoo died from complications of the disease on July 3
Oregon governor meets with troopers who refused to wear masks in coffee shop
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'They took responsibility and expressed real regret for their actions,' said Governor Kate Brown
Calif. governor vows crackdown on coronavirus scofflaws
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Roving 'strike teams' will enforce state guidelines, but the move raises questions for local law enforcement
Wash. health officer issues order to jail COVID-positive homeless man who refused to self-isolate
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“It’s a very unique case and very rare,” said a Spokane Regional Health District spokesperson
Public safety events postponed and canceled due to COVID-19
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As government and health officials caution large gatherings, conference leaders are heeding the warnings
Baltimore officer shot while trying to break up large party
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The cops attempted to break up the party due to coronavirus restrictions
9/11 charity to help families of fallen COVID-19 responders with mortgage payments
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The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation announced the names of five more first responders whose families will receive support
NYPD Chief of Transportation dies of COVID-19
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William Morris is the highest ranking member of the department to die of the virus
NYPD considering 'pandemic drone' rejected by Conn. police
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The drones can detect temperatures, heart rates and respiratory rates from as high as 190 feet in the air
Safeguarding your mental wellness: Tips from 'the cop doc'
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Policing may never have been more stressful for officers than right now
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