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.

9:38 PM

After six new patients in Cleveland tested positive for coronavirus, Mayor Frank G. Jackson urged residents to stay home unless it is “absolutely necessary” to leave. Cleveland now has 13 confirmed cases of COVID-19. More here.

8:58 PM

Walmart announced Thursday that it will be providing cash bonuses for its hourly associates for their hard work and dedication during the coronavirus pandemic.The retail giant also revealed that it’s hiring 150,000 new associates through the end of May to work in stores, clubs, distribution centers and fulfillment centers. More here.

8:56 PM

Rich Geyser

Some gun stores have seen an increase in traffic in the last couple of weeks as people flock to stores to buy firearms and ammunition. Robert Euerle, the owner of Parma Armory Firearms, said there's been a drastic increase in gun sales within the last two weeks. More here.

8:17PM

A police department in South Carolina is surprising motorists that are pulled over by giving them a roll of toilet paper in lieu of a ticket.

6:43 PM

Just a few days into our "new normal" and some parents are starting to feel the pressure of their new daily routine.

While the demands of working remotely, maintaining a home and making sure their child does school work are important, one psychologist told News 5 that safety needs to be priority number one moving forward. More here.

6:40 PM
University Hospitals coronavirus drive-thru testing facility in Mayfield Heights will be closed Friday due to expected inclement weather. More here.

6:11 PM
A Trumbull County man shares what it's like to be infected with coronavirus and his uphill battle with recovery. More here.

5:58 PM
Summit County Public Health is working with Akron area hospitals and other agencies to establish a drive-thru site to test for the coronavirus. More here.

5:49 PM
Newly-released figures show more than 111,000 Ohio workers filed new unemployment claims this week as businesses laid off workers during the coronavirus pandemic. Ohio's unemployment claims up more than 2700%. More here.

5:43 PM
Smaller hospitals are ready for Coronavirus patients. More here.

4:54 PM

Cleveland State University.

Chief Investigator Ron Regan spoke to local college and universities and found while some are working on plans for prorated refunds on housing costs and meal plans, none have yet planned to refund any tuition for students. More here.

4:43 PM

News 5's Jonathan Walsh found examples of Ohioans price-gouging and selling questionable products, including a package of Lysol wipes being sold for $50 (or 2 for $100 - what a bargain!), a 2 oz. bottle of hand sanitizer for $100, and 5 rolls of toilet paper selling for $1,000. Read more here.

4:25 PM
Saints Head Coach Sean Payton has tested positive for coronavirus, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

4:11 PM
News 5's Sarah Buduson spoke to several local restaurants about what steps they are taking to keep things clean and bring customers in amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read more here.

3:33 PM

The U.S. Department of State has issued a level 4 travel advisory, advising Americans to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19, the illness caused by the new coronavirus. Read more here.

3:25 PM
During the governor's press conference, he urged travelers returning from spring break to stay home, and he asked anyone who has spring break or travel plans to reconsider, calling it "a high-risk proposal."

3:17 PM

He's feeling very generous. And so is she. Baker and Emily Mayfield commit $50,000 to matching donations for Greater Cleveland Food Bank. More here.

3:05 PM
At the opening of his press conference, Gov. Mike DeWine said, "I'm asking today all Ohioans to put their flag up. Fly that flag every single day."

2:07 PM
Gov. Mike DeWine has asked all Ohioans who are able to, to raise a flag to honor the nation and its fighting spirit. The fight with coronavirus is a fight we are all in together, he has said. More here.

2:03 PM
Daily update from the state: There are now 119 positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio, 31 more than yesterday. Cuyahoga County remains the county with the highest number of cases, now with 53. More here.

1:52 PM
Italy has become the country with the most coronavirus-related deaths, surpassing China by registering 3,405 dead. More here.

1:46 PM
A T-shirt company is honoring Ohio's top doc, Dr. Amy Acton, in the most Ohio way possible. More here.

1:10 PM
Some good jobs news. Discount Drug Mart is hiring for 250 positions at locations statewide. More here.

1:01 PM

Scott Noll

A lot of people have questions about this, so we got you some answers. With a limited number of coronavirus testing kits available in Ohio, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about who should get tested, how to start the process, and where to go. More here.

12:41 PM
A day after debunking rumors they'd already been called up, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed a state active duty proclamation that will activate 300 personnel from the Ohio National Guard to assist in food distribution across the state. More here.

11:50 AM
Goodyear said it will halt tire manufacturing at plants in Europe and Americas through at least April 13. More here.

11:49 AM
Be a helper. The St. Vincent DePaul Society is calling for help to feed people who are lacking food. Despite stepping in to provide resources, the organization is now in need of assistance itself. More here.

11:14 AM
Teachers -- they're pretty smart. News 5's Jade Jarvis reports on how some local teachers are getting a financial boost by teaching online English language classes for Chinese students. More here.

10:35 AM
Banks are waiving fees and allowing skipped payments to customers during the coronavirus pandemic. More here.

10:19 AM
All 5,000 Chase Bank locations nationally are either reducing hours or closing in an effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus. More here.

10:13 AM
We all knew this was coming. Unemployment claims have risen sharply with 111,000 Ohioans filing for benefits since Sunday. That's up from 4,000 last week. More here.

10:10 AM
More important than ever. The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services has extended the hours of their mental health information and referral line.

10:07 AM
The Trump administration has announced that most individuals and businesses will be allowed to delay paying their federal tax bills for 90 days as part of an emergency relief plan amid the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
9:44 AM
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8:48 AM
Case Western Reserve University drops ACT/SAT requirements for students.

To help pass the time, Hallmark is playing a Christmas movie marathon this weekend — because St. Patrick's Day is over and it's clearly time to get in the Christmas spirit? More here.
To help pass the time, Hallmark is playing a Christmas movie marathon this weekend — because St. Patrick's Day is over and it's clearly time to get in the Christmas spirit? More here.

Canton City Public Health in Stark County is asking for unused personal protective equipment to help fill the demand for healthcare workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.
Canton City Public Health in Stark County is asking for unused personal protective equipment to help fill the demand for healthcare workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. More here.

There is something cool happening among local artists and makers in the Akron area. Like so many, the new coronavirus has negatively impacted how they make a living. But they’re getting creative to help each other make it through this tough time, and you can help from home, too. More here.
There is something cool happening among local artists and makers in the Akron area. Like so many, the new coronavirus has negatively impacted how they make a living. But they’re getting creative to help each other make it through this tough time, and you can help from home, too. More here.
7:42 AM
One local restaurant is changing the way it does business to help its employees keep their jobs. More here.
One local restaurant is changing the way it does business to help its employees keep their jobs. More here.
7:22 AM
Here's a reminder of better times ahead. The Indians sign at Progressive Field shined bright overnight, reminding us there is something to look forward to, even in times of uncertainty.
Here's a reminder of better times ahead. The Indians sign at Progressive Field shined bright overnight, reminding us there is something to look forward to, even in times of uncertainty.

The coronavirus pandemic has had an unexpected side effect in Venice, where the normally cloudy canals have transformed into water crystal clear enough to see fish swimming below. More here.
7:20 AM
The National Park Service says it’s adhering to the latest guidelines from the White House and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vowing to keep outdoor spaces open while giving park superintendents the power to close or modify operations. More here.
The National Park Service says it’s adhering to the latest guidelines from the White House and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vowing to keep outdoor spaces open while giving park superintendents the power to close or modify operations. More here.
The National Park Service says it’s adhering to the latest guidelines from the White House and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vowing to keep outdoor spaces open while giving park superintendents the power to close or modify operations. More here.
6:30 AM

Additional Coronavirus information and resources:

Read our daily Coronavirus Live Blog for the latest updates and news on coronavirus.
Click here for a page with resources including a COVID-19 overview from the CDC, details on cases in Ohio, a timeline of Governor Mike DeWine's orders since the outbreak, coronavirus' impact on Northeast Ohio, and link to more information from the Ohio Department of Health, the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, the CDC and the WHO.
Click here for a page with resources including a COVID-19 overview from the CDC, details on cases in Ohio, a timeline of Governor Mike DeWine's orders since the outbreak, coronavirus' impact on Northeast Ohio, and link to more information from the Ohio Department of Health, the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, the CDC and the WHO.
View a global coronavirus tracker with data from Johns Hopkins University.
View a global coronavirus tracker with data from Johns Hopkins University.
Here is everything you need to know about testing for coronavirus in Ohio.
Here is everything you need to know about testing for coronavirus in Ohio.
Here's a list of things in Northeast Ohio closed due to coronavirus concerns
Here's a list of things in Northeast Ohio closed due to coronavirus concerns
See complete coverage on our Coronavirus Continuing Coverage page.
See complete coverage on our Coronavirus Continuing Coverage page.
See complete coverage on our Coronavirus Continuing Coverage page.
See complete coverage on our Coronavirus Continuing Coverage page.