New Bob Woodward Book Exposes That Trump Knew About The Dangers Of COVID-19
In interviews with the renowned journalist, Trump acknowledged that he knew that the virus was dangerous and "more deadly" than the flu.
7-Year-Old African-American Boy Becomes Georgia's Youngest Victim Of COVID-19
News of his death comes as schools consider whether or not to resume in-person learning.
Beware! The FDA Warns Some Hand Sanitizers May Be Toxic
There's a potentially poisonous chemical showing up in a few hand sanitizer brands. Here's what to look out for.
ESSENCE Presents: COVID-19 And The Black South
For Part I of our ESSENCE Reports 3-part series, "COVID-19’s Impact on Black Communities," we turned our lens on the Black South and how histories of Black resistance and rebellion against White supremacy—as well as White supremacy itself—shape the realities of COVID-19 throughout the region.
Trump Aides Look To Discredit Anthony Fauci
Donald Trump's advisers sent a statement to multiple outlets undermining the doctor's knowledge of the coronavirus pandemic.
7 Ways To Manifest Love During The Pandemic
With dating and socializing on pause, its time to be more intentional than ever about your love life.
COVID-19: Life In The New Emergency Room
Dr. Safiya Lyn discusses how caring for emergency room patients has changed due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
DL Hughley Tests Positive For COVID-19 After Passing Out On Stage
The comedian was working his way through a comedy set when he suddenly collapsed.
Tyler Perry To Reopen His Atlanta Studios In July
The mogul's plan includes frequent testing and sequestering the cast and crew at his 300-acre studio.
Black Women Are Still Saving Everybody During COVID-19
Black women have always been essential workers, but our labor is no longer free and should no longer be forced. We should not have to sacrifice our lives for the U.S. economy to function.
In Search Of Hope
When panic about the future set in, a memory of the past brought calm back to her life.
Stuck Together
Sophia Little was comfortable in her role as the “fun aunt” until the spreading pandemic made things a lot more serious.
Sweltering in Place
When my New York-based family was offered a safer space sheltering in suburban Florida, I looked at the bigger threat – not being together during a crisis.
Texas Gov. Admits Reopening Risks Increased Spread Of Virus In Leaked Call
Gov. Abbott was heard saying that "every scientific and medical report" shows that reopening would lead to the spread of the coronavirus.
As States Begin To Lift Restrictions, Few Americans Want Businesses Reopened: Poll
A Washington Post-University of Maryland poll showed that a majority of the 1,005 adults surveyed did not want certain businesses reopened.
Ohio State Rep. Says Faces Are The 'Likeness Of God' In Refusal To Wear Mask
Ohio State Rep. Nino Vitale criticized the governor and state department director of health for backtracking on the need for masks in public.
Trump Encourages States To Reopen Despite Not Meeting Guidelines He Set Forth
During a virtual town hall hosted by Fox News, Trump suggested that states can reopen without putting lives at risk. Health experts disagree.
Afraid For Their Health And Lacking PPE, Black Homecare Workers Feel Left Behind In The COVID Pandemic
ESSENCE spoke to members of SEIU Local 2015 about the challenges they’ve faced at work and at home in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.