The latest coronavirus updates: Monday, March 23, 2020

CLEVELAND — All of the updates on the coronavirus and the incredible impact it's having on our lives can be hard to keep up with. To help you keep up, we'll post this daily blog on our homepage. You can find all of our stories, and a map of Ohio cases, on our coronavirus page.

10:24 PM
Ohio's stay-at-home order takes effect at 11:59 p.m. Monday, and that means only businesses deemed "essential" can continue to operate. More here.

10:12 PM
News 5's Joe Pagonakis spoke with experts about how to speak with your children about coronavirus. More here.

7:37 PM
The city of Cleveland announced there are nine new cases of COVID-19 in the city. The total is now at 36. More here.

6:35 PM
News 5's Caroline Sweeney speaks with local restaurants about how Gov. DeWine's orders are impacting them. More here.

6:31 PM
News 5 viewers show how they are embracing the governor's stay-at-home order. More here.

5:23 PM
As more businesses shut down following Governor Mike DeWine’s stay-at-home order, essential businesses like gas stations and grocery stores remain open, and employees there are putting themselves at risk as they continue to serve customers. More here.

5:17 PM
Cuyahoga County's executive said Monday that requests for thousands of supplies needed to protect workers during the coronavirus pandemic cannot be filled. More here.

5:16 PM
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, ODNR will be closing campgrounds, cabins, golf courses, restrooms, shower houses, playgrounds and state park marinas at every ODNR properties across the state. More here.

4:46 PM
The Cuyahoga County medical director said it could be several more days before she knows what percentage of people tested for COVID-19 have come back positive. More here.

4:37 PM
Harbor Freight announced they will be donating its entire supply of high-demand personal protective equipment (PPE) to front-line hospitals with 24-hour emergency rooms in cities where the stores are located. More here.

4:10 PM
Giant Eagle announced they are installing plexiglass dividers and asking customers to leave bags at home due to coronavirus concerns. More here.

4:04 PM
On Monday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine provided more details on the stay-at-home order set to take effect at 11:59 p.m. Monday, including how it will be enforced by local law enforcement, and how violations of the order should be reported. More here.

3:32 PM
Kent State University canceled the May 4 50th commemoration event due to COVID-19 concerns. More here.

3:15 PM
Nurses and staff at MetroHealth Medical Center have been getting creative when it comes to connecting patients with their loved ones amid visitor restrictions during COVID-19 pandemic. More here.

3:13 PM
Amazon is ramping up hiring across the state to meet the demand of delivery services caused by COVID-19. More here.

2:58 PM
Stark County announced a 58-year-old man died from COVID-19. He was the first recorded death of the virus in Stark County. More here.

2:50 PM
State health director Dr. Amy Acton says the state of Ohio is moving up the health demand curve, which is why recent temporary measures such as "stay at home" are being taken. “The ‘lockdown’ that you’re hearing about that is going on which is really our stay at home order is crucial in these next few weeks. There will be phases to this," she said.

2:45 PM
During his daily update, the governor said day-care slots will be prioritized for the children of:

Healthcare workers
First responders
Pharmacy staff
Hospital/clinic staff
Police/Fire/EMT
Children services
Adult protection workers
Developmental disabilities aides
Mental health counselors
Psychiatrists
Psychologists
Nursing home workers
Elder care workers
Dentists
Home health care

After those slots are filled, others may apply.

More here.

2:07 PM
Summit County Public Health has confirmed a case of COVID-19 at a second long-term care facility in Summit County on Monday. More here.

2:05 PM
Ohio Gov. Mike Dewine and Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton will hold a briefing on the status of the coronavirus at 2:30 p.m. Monday. Watch it here.

2:02 PM
There are now 442 confirmed cases of novel coronavirus in Ohio, according to the Ohio Department of Health. As of Monday, six people have died from the virus. More here.

1:30 PM
Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam pledge $1.5 million to COVID-19 relief funds. More here.

1:21 PM
This group of elderly residents was entertained with a game of human ‘Hungry Hungry Hippos' as their facility was placed on lockdown.

1:02 PM
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services' website is unavailable as the organization is experiencing a "high volume" of activity. More here.

Is my business 'essential' under Gov. DeWine's stay at home order? Find out here.
Is my business 'essential' under Gov. DeWine's stay at home order? Find out here.
12:23 PM
Surgeon General Jerome Adams offered a stern warning to Americans on Monday, warning that the days ahead are crucial in the fight against COVID-19. More here.
Surgeon General Jerome Adams offered a stern warning to Americans on Monday, warning that the days ahead are crucial in the fight against COVID-19. More here.
11:40 AM
If you have any extra supplies such as gloves and masks, you're asked to donate them by calling 1-855-711-3035.
If you have any extra supplies such as gloves and masks, you're asked to donate them by calling 1-855-711-3035.

11:21 AM
In response to Gov. DeWine’s “Stay at Home” order, Acme Fresh Market has implemented changes to its operations, including taped lines to remind customers to practice social distancing and different scheduling for day and night shifts. More here.
In response to Gov. DeWine’s “Stay at Home” order, Acme Fresh Market has implemented changes to its operations, including taped lines to remind customers to practice social distancing and different scheduling for day and night shifts. More here.
In response to Gov. DeWine’s “Stay at Home” order, Acme Fresh Market has implemented changes to its operations, including taped lines to remind customers to practice social distancing and different scheduling for day and night shifts. More here.
11:00 AM
A News 5 photographer captured photos of the Ohio National Guard working to help distribute food at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank Monday morning. More here.
A News 5 photographer captured photos of the Ohio National Guard working to help distribute food at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank Monday morning. More here.
A News 5 photographer captured photos of the Ohio National Guard working to help distribute food at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank Monday morning. More here.

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10:15 AM
SouthPark Mall has temporarily suspended its operating hours, beginning Monday at 7 p.m. through Monday, April 6. More here.
SouthPark Mall has temporarily suspended its operating hours, beginning Monday at 7 p.m. through Monday, April 6. More here.
10:14 AM
BoxCast, a Cleveland-based streaming company, has seen orders increase 10-fold in the last few days while events and gatherings are canceled around the world to try to stop the spread of the coronavirus or COVID-19. More here.
BoxCast, a Cleveland-based streaming company, has seen orders increase 10-fold in the last few days while events and gatherings are canceled around the world to try to stop the spread of the coronavirus or COVID-19. More here.
9:49 AM
Hours after Canada announced it would not send athletes to the Olympics should the games be held as scheduled in Tokyo this summer, President Donald Trump tweeted that the U.S. would follow the guidance of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. More here.
Hours after Canada announced it would not send athletes to the Olympics should the games be held as scheduled in Tokyo this summer, President Donald Trump tweeted that the U.S. would follow the guidance of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. More here.
9:12 AM
There are 99 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Cuyahoga County.
There are 99 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Cuyahoga County.
There are 99 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Cuyahoga County.

9:00 AM
A Cleveland manufacturer is playing a crucial role in helping to fight the new coronavirus by producing an in-demand tool that helps build ventilators. More here.
Health officials from the Cuyahoga County Board of Health will hold a briefing on COVID-19 at 8:45 a.m. Watch it live here.
Health officials from the Cuyahoga County Board of Health will hold a briefing on COVID-19 at 8:45 a.m. Watch it live here.
Members of the Ohio National Guard have arrived at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to help with food distribution on Monday. More here.
8:15 AM
7:49 AM
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority will suspend Park N’ Ride and Downtown Trolley bus service effective Tuesday, March 24 following Gov. DeWine’s “Stay at Home” order announced Sunday. More here.
7:49 AM
7:35 AM
Confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in the United States have soared above 35,000 as of Monday morning, as the number of deaths linked to the disease continues to rise closer to 500. More here.
7:35 AM
6:58 AM
6:58 AM
Members of The Ohio National Guard have started to arrive at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute food where needed.
Members of The Ohio National Guard have started to arrive at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute food where needed.
Members of The Ohio National Guard have started to arrive at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute food where needed.
Members of The Ohio National Guard have started to arrive at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute food where needed.
Members of The Ohio National Guard have started to arrive at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute food where needed.
6:53 AM

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has issued a stay-at-home order that will go in to effect at 11:59 p.m. Monday. More here.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has issued a stay-at-home order that will go in to effect at 11:59 p.m. Monday. More here.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has issued a stay-at-home order that will go in to effect at 11:59 p.m. Monday. More here.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has issued a stay-at-home order that will go in to effect at 11:59 p.m. Monday. More here.
6:13 AM

As signature cherry blossom trees go through peak bloom in the nation’s capital, officials in the District of Columbia are resorting to mass street closures to keep large crowds away in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
6:10 AM
As signature cherry blossom trees go through peak bloom in the nation’s capital, officials in the District of Columbia are resorting to mass street closures to keep large crowds away in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
As signature cherry blossom trees go through peak bloom in the nation’s capital, officials in the District of Columbia are resorting to mass street closures to keep large crowds away in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
As signature cherry blossom trees go through peak bloom in the nation’s capital, officials in the District of Columbia are resorting to mass street closures to keep large crowds away in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
As signature cherry blossom trees go through peak bloom in the nation’s capital, officials in the District of Columbia are resorting to mass street closures to keep large crowds away in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
As signature cherry blossom trees go through peak bloom in the nation’s capital, officials in the District of Columbia are resorting to mass street closures to keep large crowds away in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
The Eiffel Tower lit up in a sparkling tribute to medical workers treating coronavirus patients.

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The Eiffel Tower lit up in a sparkling tribute to medical workers treating coronavirus patients.
The Eiffel Tower lit up in a sparkling tribute to medical workers treating coronavirus patients.
The Eiffel Tower lit up in a sparkling tribute to medical workers treating coronavirus patients.
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