Coronavirus Live Colorado Updates: 7,303 Cases, 290 Deaths

According to government data posted Sunday afternoon, there were 7,303 cases of the new coronavirus in Colorado among 37,153 people who have been tested. There were 1,417 people hospitalized, and 290 deaths were confirmed.

State health officials said they believe around 17,000 or 18,000 Coloradans have already had COVID-19, which is .03 to .03 percent of the state's population.

Colorado's stay-at-home order has been extended until April 26 amid the spread of the new coronavirus, Gov. Jared Polis announced in a state address April 6. The order was previously set to end Saturday, so Coloradans received an emergency alert about the extension on their phones Saturday morning.

Denver's stay-at-home order has been extended until April 30.

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In a news conference April 3, Polis asked all Coloradans to wear face masks whenever they leave the house. Several hours after the news conference, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the recommendation for everyone in the country.

The masks, which can be handmade from scarves or old clothing, should be worn during grocery shopping and other essential tasks, Polis said. People can visit the Colorado Mask Project to learn how to make masks.

>> Instructions for a mask that doesn't require sewing can be found here (scroll down for a YouTube tutorial).

"Wear masks, and save lives," Polis said. "They're literally allowing us to return to work sooner."

Polis also emphasized what the economic stimulus payments are for.

"Don't consider this free money — we're asking you to earn this money by staying at home, that is what the federal government is paying you to do," Polis said.

Colorado's stay-at-home order is "buying time" for the state to gather the necessary hospital beds and medical supplies, Polis said. Hospitals in Colorado are still lacking millions of surgical masks, face shields, gowns, gloves and coveralls.

Our state is securing many essential supplies from countries such as China, where suppliers are rapidly creating millions of much-needed protective equipment products, Polis said.

Upon their arrival, the products then need to undergo quality checks and tests by Colorado State University scientists before the suppliers get paid.

Latest updates:

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Here's a breakdown of cases and deaths in each Colorado county.

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Wednesday updates:

Colorado Coronavirus Cases By County: Wednesday, April 8

Here's a breakdown of cases and deaths in each Colorado county.

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Tuesday updates:

Denver Coronavirus: CO National Guard Sends 250 Personnel

The Colorado National Guard is helping with homeless shelters, and Denver now has 270 hotel rooms for those in need.

3rd Colorado Avalanche Player Tests Positive For Coronavirus

A third Colorado Avalanche player is in isolation after he tested positive for the new coronavirus, the team confirmed Tuesday.

Arvada Fire Protection District Declares Local Disaster Emergency

The declaration will give the district more access to state and federal emergency funding, officials said.

Coronavirus: Health Care For Uninsured In Colorado

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Monday updates:

Colorado's Stay-At-Home Order Extended Until April 26

The stay-at-home order in our state has been extended until April 26, Gov. Jared Polis announced Monday evening.

Denver Officially Extends Stay-At-Home Order Until April 30

Mayor Michael Hancock has officially extended the stay-at-home order for the city.

Denver DA Issues Firearms Warning Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

As Colorado faces a surge in gun sales, Denver's district attorney has voiced concerns about mental illness and domestic violence.

Coronavirus In Colorado: What To Know Monday, April 6

As of Sunday, 140 people had died from the new coronavirus in Colorado. The number of cases is approaching 5,000.

City Of Littleton Announces Budget Cuts, Hiring Freeze

The City of Littleton faces more than $1 million in budget cuts amid the new coronavirus outbreak, officials announced Monday.

Over the weekend:

Colorado Coronavirus Cases By County

Here's a breakdown of cases and deaths in each Colorado county.

Metro Denver Districts Continue Remote Learning For Rest Of Year

More than a dozen school metro Denver school districts have announced they're canceling in-person classes for the rest of the school year.

First Coronavirus Rapid Tests Go To Denver First Responders

Thousands of rapid new coronavirus tests have arrived in Colorado, and the first 2,000 kits are going to first responders.

Colorado Shakespeare Festival Postpones 2020 Season

"This unprecedented decision is not one we came to lightly ..." the festival's producing artistic director said.

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