COVID-19

Ricketts: ‘We’re Breaking the Hearts of Brides’

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 3:32pm

Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts says weddings, funerals and other gatherings across the state are limited to no more than 10 people – or else they need to be postponed or canceled.

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Stocks Plunge; Wall Street, White House See Recession Risk

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 2:52pm

New York – The U.S. stock market plunged 12% Monday for its worst day in more than three decades as voices from Wall Street to the White House said the coronavirus is likely dragging the economy into a recession.

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Omaha City Council to Consider Emergency Ordinances

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 2:38pm

Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert stood alongside city and county officials Monday to give the latest recap of COVID-19 news in the greater Omaha area.

With two new cases confirmed in Douglas County last night and the St. Patrick’s holiday celebrations incoming, Stothert has decided to limit gatherings to 50 people or fewer. This includes people inside of restaurants or bars.

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Virus Outbreak Prompts Legislature to Suspend Session

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 1:57pm

The Nebraska Legislature has indefinitely suspended its session because of growing concerns over the outbreak of COVID-19.

Speaker Jim Scheer of Norfolk announced Monday that lawmakers would not return until his office decides to reconvene

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Nebraska Federal Court Postpones Appearances Due to Virus

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 1:38pm

The U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska is postponing in-court appearances until April 3 in response to the virus threat.

Chief U.S. District Judge John M. Gerrard issued General Order 2020-05 on Monday afternoon. In it, he orders all civil and criminal matters scheduled before district, bankruptcy and magistrate judges to be continued pending the further order of the court.

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The Daily Record Continuing to Cover COVID-19 Outbreak

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 1:00am

The virus outbreak is disrupting regular life in Omaha and across the country and the world. The situation locally has been changing day to day, or even hour by hour, as events are canceled and additional public health measures are implemented, including social distancing.

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Sarpy County Courthouse Restricting Public Access

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 12:00am

Sarpy County started limiting public access to its courthouse last Monday to employees and those with business with the courts.

District, county and juvenile courts in Sarpy County were open as of Monday, with restrictions to the courthouse reviewed daily.

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Iowa Legislature Suspends Session After Des Moines Community Outbreak

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 12:00am

Des Moines, Iowa – Iowa leaders said last Sunday they will halt the current legislative session for at least 30 days after learning the state now has community spread of COVID-19, the illness caused by the spreading coronavirus.

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Iowa Courts Postpone Jury Trials Due to Virus Threats

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 12:00am

The Iowa Judicial Branch is suspending jury trials because of the threat of the virus outbreak.

Appellate courts will not hear in-person arguments scheduled through May 15, although some cases may be judged without oral arguments or use teleconference or videoconference hearings.

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Several Hotlines Available for Information About Coronavirus

Published by Scott Stewart on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 12:00am

Anyone seeking information on the coronavirus can find guidance from the CDC, WHO and other authorities widely available.

The Douglas County Health Department has a hotline at 402-444-3400 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. The United Way’s 2-1-1 service will take calls when the health department office is closed.