COVID-19 safety measures

The coronavirus pandemic has restricted many families from seeing their loved ones who live in nursing homes. But a new bill could give caregivers more access and opportunity for hands-on care.

Some say the revised guidelines are a regression, while others believe data support the policy.

Ohio surpassed 8,000 total COVID-19 deaths over the weekend; the state says the next weekly shipment of its Pfizer coronavirus vaccine will be lower than previously estimated; an Associated Press tally shows that more than half the $98 million Ohio spent on personal protective equipment and ventilators in the early months of the coronavirus pandemic went to buy hospital gowns; and more stories.

Although Rep. Jon Cross believes he might have the virus, he says he would still go to Columbus to vote on legislation if necessary.

The city says the lack of safety measures pose an 'imminent danger.'

The delayed return would allow more time for anyone with COVID-19 to recover before returning to school.

They say all school sports should stop as the pandemic worsens. It was part of several recommendations issued by the county health department Monday.

The spike in cases is affecting the department's contract tracing efforts.

The risk of spreading the coronavirus increases when, outside of remote learning, students spend time in environments with little to no safety measures in place, experts say.

The ordinance requires everyone to wear face coverings and limits private gatherings.