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NYC Cases Top 5K, 29 Deaths​ | Coronavirus Latest

A roundup of today's coronavirus news.

As of 10 a.m., 5,151 New York City dwellers had tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Mayor's office.
As of 10 a.m., 5,151 New York City dwellers had tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Mayor's office. (Kathleen Culliton | Patch)

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

NYC Has More Than 5K Coronavirus Cases With 29 Deaths

As of 10 a.m., 5,151 New York City dwellers had tested positive for COVID-19, according to the mayor's office.

Coronavirus Stay-At-Home Order In NY: What Does It Mean?

Here's what Governor Andrew Cuomo's announcement means for you.

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Freeze Rent Payments During Coronavirus, Says Borough Prez

Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams called for city and state officials to hand down a 90-day moratorium on rent and utility payments.

Coronavirus In NYC: What's Happened And What You Need To Know

A roundup of essential information for New Yorkers as the city deals with the coronavirus.

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Schumer Begs Trump To Send Ventilators Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

"POTUS told Schumer he would," Sen. Schumer's spokesperson said. "And then POTUS yelled to someone in his office to do it now."

Coronavirus Is Devastating NYC Hotel Industry: Union, Reports Say

The virus outbreak could hurt New York City hotels more than 9/11 and the 2008 recession combined. Nearly all workers may lose their jobs.

What's Happening Outside New York?

Federal Tax Day Postponed To July 15 Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the postponement allows extra time to file and make payments without interest or penalty.

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