Census: Early Analysis Shows Falsifying Data Was Rare

Census Bureau misses the deadline to turn in numbers to divvy up congressional seats but aims to deliver head count to states next week.

New Year's Revelries Muted By Virus As Curtain Draws On 2020

In the United States and around the world, 2021 starts with new worries of a post New Year's Eve surge in coronavirus cases.

11 Good News Stories: In Year Of Coronavirus, Generosity Reigns

Church gives $500,000; diner leaves $500 tip; torch of volunteerism is passed; Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy serves up a restaurant revival.

When Are You Coming Home?

How to help dogs and cats manage separation anxiety when their humans return to work.

'Those Of Us Who Don’t Die Are Going To Quit'

A crush of patients, dwindling supplies and the nurse who lost hope.

Race To Vaccinate Millions Of Americans Off To Slow, Messy Start

Overworked and underfunded state public health departments are scrambling to patch together plans for administering vaccines.

‘Perfect Storm Of Stress’: 2020 Ranked Among Most Stressful Years

Has there been a year worse than the one that’s ending? A panel of historians has picked out seven.

Immigrants Get Help From States, Cheer Inclusion In U.S. Bill

Taxpayers in families that include immigrants in the country illegally celebrate their inclusion in the December coronavirus relief bill.

Jobless Claims Down 19,000 But Still 4 Times Pre-Pandemic Level

With 787,000 U.S. workers getting unemployment benefits, a resurgent coronavirus continues to batter the nation's economy.

Cities Help Renters Get Right To Lawyers In Housing Court

As the economic effects of the pandemic stretch into 2021, millions of renters worry they'll have to go to housing court to avoid​ eviction.

Nashville Bombing Spotlights Vulnerable Voice, Data Networks

Widespread service outages followed the Christmas Day bombing in Nashville, Tennessee, that damaged a major AT&T hub serving four states.

Scientists Trying To Understand New Virus Variant: Explainer

Scientists say there is reason for concern but not alarm about new strains of the coronavirus, especially the one spreading in England.

Hospital Workers Dreading Possibility Of Rationing Care

Latest U.S. coronavirus news: New variant infections reported; one-day death toll surges past 3,500 for first time; cases near 20 million.

In A Year Of Pain, One Silver Lining: Fewer Mass Shootings

More people avoiding public spaces due to the coronavirus pandemic has been cited as a reason for the drop-off.

When Working Out Makes You Sick To Your Stomach

What to know about exercise-induced nausea.

Group Exercise May Be Even Better For You Than Solo Workouts

Nearly 40% of regular exercisers participate in group fitness classes.

The Morality Of Feeling Equal Empathy For Strangers And Family Alike

The year 2020 has been no stranger to suffering.

Oxford Coronavirus Vaccine Authorized In The UK

Global health expert weighs in on why this is a key moment.

The Sunburst Hack Was Massive And Devastating

Five observations from a cybersecurity expert.

In 2020, TV And Film Still Couldn’t Get Abortion Right

According to decades of research, abortion is an incredibly common and safe medical procedure.

Brexit Deal Done

What’s in it and where next for the UK and EU?

Oppression In The Kitchen, Delight In The Dining Room

The story of Caesar, an enslaved chef and chocolatier in colonial Virginia.

Seat Belts And Smoking Rates Show People Eventually Adopt Healthy Behaviors

It can take time we don’t have during a pandemic.

These Cities Tried To Tackle Disinvestment

Here are lessons from what happened.

Miracle Chameleon, Shoplifting Bears: Best Pet And Animal Stories

Pets and animals have provided us with some of the most uplifting stories of the year.

An 83-Year-Old EMT, A Nurse Forgoing Retirement: Heroes Of 2020

Patch remembers a few of the heroes of a year like no other.

'Dire Shape': Health Leaders Concerned About Post-Christmas Surge

Latest U.S. coronavirus news: Trump blames slow vaccine rollout on states; congressman-elect dies; Senate won't vote on $2,000 stimulus.

Best Of Patch 2020: Communities Find Way Forward Amid Pandemic

After 10 months of a devastating pandemic, Patch communities are working to move forward. These stories chronicle how they're doing it.

Best Of Patch 2020: Stories That Defined 'Local' News

See which Patch stories called for change, decried injustice, and highlighted the best of communities in 2020.

Best Of Patch 2020: A Country’s Fight Against Racial Injustice

The Memorial Day death of George Floyd sparked months of protests and calls for change in Patch communities nationwide.

State Capitols Face Showdown Over Coronavirus Powers And Spending

State lawmakers will convene in 2021 with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic rippling through much of their work and affecting how they work.

Biden Criticizes Vaccine Rollout Pace; Only 2.1M Now Vaccinated

At the current pace, "it's gonna take years, not months, to vaccinate the American people," President-elect Joe Biden says.

America’s Newest Voters Look Back At The 2020 Election

Moving on from this year one of the most controversial topics of conversation will be the presidential election.

Senate GOP Blocks Swift Vote On Trump's $2,000 Checks

The Senate will "begin a process" to address the issue, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said.

2021 Guide To Meteor Showers And Supermoons

The Quadrantid meteor shower kicked off 2021, which also features three supermoons, a “real” blue moon, and solar and lunar eclipses.

House Approves Trump's $2,000 Checks, Sending To GOP-Led Senate

Dozens of Republicans joined in approval of increasing one-time payments to all Americans.

Baby Doctor Has New Delivery Task: Get Vaccines To Rural Hospital

Latest U.S. coronavirus news: VP-elect Kamala Harris gets vaccine dose; deaths top 336,000; McConnell blocks $2,000 payments.

Biden Warns Of Trump Officials' 'Roadblocks' To Transition

The president-elect said his transition team has experienced "obstruction" weeks before he is slated to take office.

Don’t Itemize? Patch Food Drive Gifts Are Still Tax-Deductible

Patch Holiday Food Drive donations to Feeding America are tax-deductible — even if you don't itemize your tax return.

As The Terror Of Coronavirus Struck, Health Care Workers Struggled To Survive

Thanks in large part to the pandemic and lack of PPE, thousands lost the fight.