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A roundup of today's coronavirus news.

Alternate side parking has been suspended as the city considers ordering a shelter-in-place.
Alternate side parking has been suspended as the city considers ordering a shelter-in-place. (Kathleen Culliton/Patch)

NEW YORK CITY — These are today's stories about the city's battle to slow the new coronavirus.

Alternate Side Parking Suspended As NYC Battles Coronavirus

The change will be in place for at least the next week, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday.

NYC Mayor Might Release Jail Detainees At Risk For Coronavirus

The Board of Corrections, which oversees New York City jails, called on Mayor de Blasio Tuesday to release high-risk detainees.

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Macy's To Close All NYC Stores Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

All Macy's and Bloomingdale's stores will be closed until at least March 31, company officials announced Tuesday.

AG Suspends NY Student, Medical Debt Collection

New York's Attorney General Letitia James says she can't add to burden during coronavirus "time of crisis."

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Brooklyn Nets Say Four Players Have Coronavirus, 1 Has Symptoms

Four members of the Brooklyn Nets have tested positive for the new coronavirus, the team announced on Tuesday.

NYC Hospital Bars Most Visitors Amid Coronavirus Crisis

Hospitals are introducing strict measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

Bronx Council Member Ritchie Torres Diagnosed With Coronavirus

He and his staff will go under quarantine, officials said.

Park Slopers Shout Coronavirus Warnings To Passersby: Videos

"Flatten the curve, go home," shouted one man, whose serenade to passersby drew a negative response online.

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