Capital Region Coronavirus (COVID-19) Tracker

On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan, China. The disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans.

As the outbreak continues to have an effect on Capital Region communities, WGNA is committed to bringing you the latest developments, resources and information to assist in this time of social distancing. Bookmark this page to stay updated with COVID-19 and how it affects the Albany, Saratoga, Troy and other areas.

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IPhone Users Can Ask Siri If They Have COVID-19

"Hey Siri, do I have COVID-19?" iPhone users are now able to ask their phones if they have coronavirus.

Chrissy

Free Delivery and Errand Runner Program in Albany

If you or you know someone who is a senior or in need of groceries or errands to be run, there is an option for free delivery during the coronavirus crisis.

Chrissy

Albany County Executive: There Is No Need to Panic

As the situation surrounding the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19, continues to unfold, we encourage you to stay informed and use available best practices to protect you and your family.

Ariana Sheehan

These Places in The Capital Region Have Take-Out/Delivery

With the coronavirus closing a bunch of local restaurants and bars for dine-in eating, we still want to support where we can and you can help!

Jess

YouTube Will Reduce Streaming Quality Due to Coronavirus

Everyone is watching YouTube all at once.

ScreenCrush Staff

Where Kids Can Eat Meals While Out of School

The coronavirus isn't just causing issues for those of us working but also for children. Some children depend on their school lunches for their daily food source.

Jess

Yankee Distillers In Clifton Park Is Giving Away High Proof Alcohol To Sanitize Anything

Normally Yakee Distillers in Clifton Park is usually making spirits to put in mixed drinks, or on the rocks or to drink neat. However, they're distilling something different now.

Steve King

Local Facebook Group Hunting for Rainbows for Kids

Need a new idea of something fun to do with your kids stuck at home? Why don't you start hunting for rainbows with this newly trending local Facebook group?

Jess

Schenectady's Cornell's Closed for Good from the Coronavirus

The coronavirus is affecting so many local businesses so much so that some are not recovering, like Cornell's in Schenectady.

Jess

Help The Food Pantries of Capital District or Get Help

In these uncertain times, the Food Pantries of the Capital District is here to help. Brian and Chrissy spoke with the Executive Director, Natasha Pernicka, about what donations are needed and how you and your family can get the food you need.

Chrissy

There’s Nothing Normal About ‘The New Norm’

The other day I received a text message from an old buddy of mine who is the father of two kids in the Guilderland School District. He wanted to pass along a message regarding his teenage daughter who happens to be a huge country music fan. His daughter has been quarantined in her own house for approximately 7 days since it was learned she came into contact with a student whose family members te

Brian

Wanna Get Away? Take Virtual Tours From Zoos to Mars

All schools are closed across New York state and it seems as if we are going to have to educate and entertain our children at home. Here is a list of a bunch of places you can "visit" through their webcams and virtual tours.

Chrissy