Birmingham, AL|News|
Self-Inflicted Gunshot Ended Shootout With Police: Report
A witness said the man who shot a Birmingham officer appeared unwell. "The look in his eyes, he was truly troubled."
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
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- St. Louis, MO
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Trussville, AL|News|
Teen Arrested In Car Theft Returned Infant In Back Seat: Report
Police say a Friday night car theft left the alleged carjacker with more than he'd bargained for.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
White House, US|News|
Trump to Postal Service: Hike Rates If You Want Coronavirus Loan
"The Post Office is a joke," Trump said Friday, declaring that USPS must quadruple shipping prices to obtain an emergency coronavirus loan.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
$480 Billion Coronavirus Stimulus Passes House
With Trump ready to sign the bill, a $480 million coronavirus aid package passed the House Tuesday 388-5.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
VA Facilities Struggle To Cope With Coronavirus
The VA employs 300,000 health care workers. 1,900 have become sick with the coronavirus. 20 have died.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
Blood Clots Are Killing Coronavirus Patients: The Question Is Why
An unexplained pattern of blood clots in coronavirus patients is mystifying hosptials. "We are scared," one doctor says.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
Senate Approves $480 Billion For New Coronavirus Relief Package
The federal Paycheck Protection Program depleted $349 billion in 13 days. The latest deal aims to try again with roughly $484 billion.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
'Pizza Man': Mural Of Memories For A Tucson Treasure (ICYMI)
To mourn the passing of "Pizza Man" Dino Chonis, his family asked customers to draw on his shop's outer wall. The results stunned them.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
200 Inmates Sign Letter To Ducey: Stop Coronavirus 'Timebomb'
A letter signed by inmates in a minimum-custody state facility in Marana complains of "confined spaces" and high infection risk.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
Walgreens' First Coronavirus Drive-Throughs Open in Arizona
Phoenix and Tuscon are among the first cities to get Walgreens drive-through testing sites for the new coronavirus.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Little Boy's Stuffed Animal Birthday Party Benefits Beardsley Zoo
After a two-year-old's birthday party was cancelled due to coronavirus shutdown, the event became a fundraiser for the zoo he loves.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Coronavirus: Branford EMS Dons Protective Gear For 911 Calls
Coronavirus concerns mean Branford's fire and EMS crews are responding to calls wearing extra protective gear.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Backs Rent Moratorium During Coronavirus Crisis
Alexandria's City Council wants Virginia Governor Ralph Northam to protect residents from coronavirus-related evictions and debt.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Across Virginia, VA|News|
Child Abuse Reports Plummet During Virginia Coronavirus
With kids forced to stay home, calls to Virginia's Child Protective Services hotline plummeted by 1,600. That doesn't mean kids are safer.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Kingstowne-Rose Hill, VA|News|
Fairfax Schools Distance Learning Was A Disaster, Board Says
After reports of harassment and security breakdowns, Fairfax County Public Schools is aiming to restart distance learning April 20.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Mourns 'OG Pizza Man' Dino Choni, Founder of Tino's Pizza
The family of Dino Chonis is temporarily closing the store to honor the memory of Tucson's "pizza man."
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
Risky Therapy Saves Coronavirus Patient For 1st Time In Arizona
ECMO, a risky and last-ditch blood treatment for COVID-19, saved the life of Enes Dedic, whose lungs were badly damaged by COVID-19.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
One-Third Of Phoenix Nursing Home Coronavirus Cases Hospitalized
Maricopa County reports 198 coronavirus cases and 32 deaths among nursing home residents. Advocates are calling for more data.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Coronavirus: Hikers 'Overrun' Pima County Trails; More Rescues
Crowded trail heads and narrow paths make hiking and social distancing a challenge during coronavirus quarantine.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
Coronavirus Arizona: 'Promchella' May Replace High School Proms
A two-day "Promchella" hopes to give Arizona high schoolers who missed prom a second chance to party.
Danny Wicentowski, Patch Staff
