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Brace for Freefall Friday: Coronavirus fears see Asian stock markets plunge overnight with worse to come after New York exchange suffers biggest drop ever

CDC director downplays claim that coronavirus spread is inevitable

About 40% of US adults are obese, government survey finds

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National/World News

Pope Francis remains sick, cancels Friday audiences

Trump to do Fox News town hall in Pennsylvania next week

38% of beer-drinking Americans admit they would not buy Corona beer due to coronavirus

3 teens injured, including 1 critically, after stolen vehicle pursuit ends in crash on 405 Freeway in Van Nuys

Broken water line wreaks havoc in Houston

Americans are avoiding Corona beer amid coronavirus outbreak, survey finds

Switzerland bans gatherings of more than 1,000 people until March 15 amid coronavirus

Walmart is working on an Amazon Prime competitor, called Walmart+

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Mike Pence is forced to defend his appointment as coronavirus czar after criticism that he could have prevented an HIV outbreak in Indiana in 2015 but was too slow...

Pence hits back at critics in one-on-one with Hannity

Colbert: Wall Street panics after Trump unveils lackluster coronavirus response plan

A coronavirus PSA from Vice President Mike Pence

Betrothals, babies and big birthdays: how people make the most of the Leap Day

7-year-old girl mauled by dog on NYC’s Upper West Side

NYC Pedestrians Struck: 74-year-old woman injured overnight; 2 kids among 6 killed this week

LA deputies shared graphic photos of Kobe Bryant crash scene, new report says

‘Ingraham Angle’ panel reacts to CNN’s Cuomo likening coronavirus to 9/11

Tucker: Are we sure America won’t elect a socialist?

Meanwhile… LeBron James rips MLB commissioner for handling of Astros cheating scandal

Miller Lite is giving away free 24 packs of beer on Leap Day

Today in history: February 28

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States ramp up virus preparations, try to reassure public

Trump is criticized for hosting Diamond and Silk and actors playing FBI lovers as coronavirus task force meets and Wall Street plunges – but says he’s not ‘getting credit’...

Trump to use WAR POWERS to order factories to churn out millions of protective masks amid growing coronavirus crisis

Should the Olympics be cancelled because of Coronavirus?

Here’s what a Sanders-Trump map could look like

Canadian who allegedly escaped prison in 1973 found living in California

Stay, leave or have an affair? Tracey Cox reveals what to do if your partner has it all – but is hopeless in bed

What are super-spreaders and how are they transmitting coronavirus?

23-foot waves on Lake Ontario?

Teen to face charges in Plymouth Rock vandalism

New York Times ripped for column saying coronavirus should be called ‘Trumpvirus’

White House GAGS government health experts from speaking about coronavirus saying they must have Mike Pence’s approval for EVERYTHING they say about mounting crisis

Bed Bath & Beyond to cut 500 jobs, or 10% of its corporate workforce

Coronavirus face masks sell out as prices soar 800%: But do they really work and which one should you buy?

Photo: Beer plant killer

Why Barack Obama isn’t endorsing Joe Biden or anyone else for president

Coca-Cola says coronavirus could affect Diet Coke supply

Used car vs. new? These 10 vehicles have obvious answers

Jungle Cruise boat takes on water at Walt Disney World

Bernie Sanders: 18 things the Democratic front-runner believes

Le 281 male strip club in Montreal is calling it a night after 40 years

Here’s what Elizabeth Warren said after a Bernie Sanders supporter challenged her superdelegates stance

Common toxin made in gut can cause bowel cancer, scientists find

Orlando police sergeant disciplined for forgetting procedure during 6-year-old girl’s arrest

First case of coronavirus confirmed in Northern Ireland

California monitoring 8,400 people for coronavirus

Target raised wages. Then it cut workers’ hours and doubled their workload

We tell suicidal people to go to therapy. So why are therapists rarely trained in suicide?

Photos: Kaia and Gigi in Paris

Babysitter accidentally shoots kid while taking selfies with gun

What to give up for Lent? Pope Francis wants you to stop being an internet troll

Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg defends her company and her reputation in wide-ranging interview

Tom Brady seems less likely than ever to return to Patriots

Church is denying First Communion to our son because he has autism, family says

CDC ‘took FOUR DAYS to test patient in unknown origin coronavirus case because they hadn’t traveled abroad or been exposed to an infected patient as there’s fears the deadly...

Can you charge college tuition on a credit card?

Army set to admit its first-ever female Green Beret who is close to completing the Special Forces unit’s grueling yearlong course

YouTube TV drops YES Network, shutting out Yankees fans | How you can watch Yankees games online, without cable

Canada will not pay for Prince Harry and Meghan’s security after March

Did a 1981 Dean Koontz novel predict the coronavirus?

Vulnerable Democrats brace for Sanders atop ticket

US, South Korea delay military exercises as virus spreads

Joe Biden on Bernie Sanders: ‘Americans aren’t looking for a revolution’

Trump’s not worried about coronavirus. But his scientists are.

Trump announces VP Pence will lead US government response to coronavirus

Mystery surrounds death of former Blade air taxi employee, 31, who was found dead in her tub with hot water still running and her beloved Dalmatian waiting outside sopping...

The most charming small town in America is in Massachusetts

FL deputies return fire, shoot man accused of kidnapping his girlfriend

How to make a classic margarita pizza at home

Dow plunges 10% from peak and enters correction after largest one-day point drop in HISTORY as coronavirus fears fuel the worst week on Wall Street since the Great Recession

“Shark Tank” star Barbara Corcoran loses $388,700 in phishing scam

Judge Napolitano on Trump suing NY Times for libel: ‘Clever move, but case will be dismissed’

Dow plunges 1,100 points as the coronavirus sends the market tumbling into correction territory

700 asked to self-isolate in New York over coronavirus concerns

Queens teacher accused of sexually abusing 9-year-old girl with Autism

Ramapo High School evacuated due to pepper spray fumes

Gov. Murphy explains why his surgery will be in N.Y. and not N.J.

She was the first to publicly ask to die under N.J. law. Then she changed her mind.

‘I had to watch my friend die.’ Bus driver gets prison for I-80 crash that killed student, teacher

Harry Styles stopped at Wawa and that’s what makes him beautiful

EMS squad faces $108K fine for sending unlicensed ambulance to 90 emergencies, N.J. says

Billy Idol, Mayor Bill de Blasio unveil ‘Billy Never Idles’ anti-idling campaign

Brooke Burke’s ex-husband David Charvet shares passionate kiss with mystery woman during romantic beach day for two in Miami

Coronavirus: UK schools could shut for two months in event of pandemic

Putin dismisses rumors he uses body doubles for security

Vexed by how to contain virus, countries take tough steps

Pope Francis sick a day after supporting coronavirus sufferers

Poll: Biden crushing Sanders in SC

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Coronavirus threat to YOUR spring vacation…

Hockey coach moved from job to job, despite sex allegations

Luann de Lesseps compares herself to Jennifer Lopez as she posts side-by-side photos of their bikini bodies

CDC warns men about facial hair dangers as coronavirus spreads

Joe Biden has big lead in South Carolina primary, per Clemson University’s Palmetto Poll

Caution, cancellations mark Ash Wednesday in time of virus

Coronavirus: Guests pictured in pool at Tenerife hotel despite quarantine

Coronavirus now spreading faster outside China

Trump mocks ‘crazy, chaotic’ Democratic debate and takes aim at Joe Biden, ‘Mini Mike’ Bloomberg, and calls Elizabeth Warren a ‘chocker’

Maria Sharapova retires in sad end to amazing tennis career

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‘When did this debate turn into the Jerry Springer Show?’ Viewers mock CBS’ chaotic Democratic debate coverage with memes and call it an ‘undignified mess’

Vanderpump Rules: Tom Sandoval cries after wedding invite rescinded and Ariana Madix sobs during ‘very rare’ depression low

The debate MODERATORS were the real losers…

Weinstein’s enablers: how associates helped him silence accusers for years

Local emergency declared in San Francisco amid coronavirus concerns

Man accused of killing family in Celebration home to face death penalty

Ben Affleck thanks Bradley Cooper and Robert Downey Jr. for their help and support during his battle with alcoholism

Millions await snow and bitter cold as storm moves from the Midwest to the Northeast

Local/State News

Watertown officials sit down with city firefighters for first time in 4 years

WPD: No Unnecessary Travel in City

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Live on 1240-WATN with Jeff Graham: Public Health official discusses coronavirus

WWNY’s live coverage at noon from Public Square

WPD Update: Car-pedestrian accident

WWNY: Snow continues to fall – but not for everyone

WSTM: Intense snow, winds bring blizzard-like conditions in Jefferson County

Today: Snow. The snow could be heavy at times. High near 24. Breezy. Total daytime snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches possible

Watertown suspends CitiBus service

Watch: Strong waves near Pulaski

Watch: Conditions in Oswego

7″ of snow in 2 hours in Watertown

Poor visibility on section of I-81

Lake effect storm updates…

Northeast radar loop

Weather cancellations

Gov. Cuomo deploys additional assets in north country as winter storm intensifies

Radar: WSYR’s Doppler 9

Montague radar loop

Albany man found guilty in 2019 home invasion

Diocese of Buffalo files for bankruptcy

Copenhagen records 28.5 inches of snow

The Weather Channel in Adams

Tickets: Tim McGraw in Syracuse

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Jake Johnson Properties: American Corner live view of Public Square

911 centers in Upstate NY are ‘catching up with the pizza guy’

Jefferson County police, fire & EMS

City Council agenda March 2

Watertown man accused of pulling woman’s hair during domestic incident

Stefanik statement on Congressional coronavirus briefing

New York presidential primary 2020: What you need to know

Fort Drum reporting status Feb. 28

Watch: 7-News this Morning

Watch: Beth Hall’s forecast

Live reports from Adams Center

Blizzard, whiteouts continue north Friday, lighter lake snow follows in CNY later

WWNY: Lake effect band shifting

NYSP Sgt. Jack Keller provides an update on road conditions

New York road conditions

Waze live map (use the app)

Whiteout conditions between Adams Center and Adams

WSTM: Snowfall forecast map

Watch: Conditions in Adams at 6am

High winds, cold temperatures start off Friday morning for many

Blizzard WARNING until 4pm

Blizzard scenes: See Oswego, Tug Hill get slammed with snow, wind

Syracuse spectators to the blizzard east of Lake Ontario, stays cold and windy

Samaritan inclement weather closures

Town of Watertown office and transfer site closed

WDHG closed today due to weather

Jefferson Community College closed

Travel will be difficult today…

Live: Conditions in Montague

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Current conditions: I-81 at Adams

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Terps balk at CNY weather, Syracuse women’s lacrosse game moved to Maryland

The rivalry that isn’t: Syracuse women’s lacrosse tries to take down Maryland

Opponent preview: What to know about No. 19 Hobart

Local hospitals, colleges and public schools take precautions against coronavirus

Weekend’s Best Bets

38 divorces filed in February

DBAs filed in February at Jefferson County clerk’s office

36 property transactions in the city of Watertown in February

Poll: Which of the 12 Section III schools has the best chance for a boy and girl team championship?

New York State Senate passes bill cracking down on gyms that mislead customers

Assemblyman introducing bill to protect free tolling for military members on NYS Thruway

Gov. Cuomo aims to ease path for siting wind, solar farms

Weekend Beverage Center: Bear World, US Route 11, town of Pamelia

North Country Banks, Loans, ATMs, Wealth Management, CPAs

What happened overnight? Police blotter report for Thursday, Feb. 27

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Zebra mussels infest NY trout hatchery, some Adirondack waters will go unstocked

WTNY: Glenn Curry and attorney Joe Stanley discussion on Feb. 28

Lewis County Board of Legislators March 3 agenda

Job openings: Join Team Renzi!

Cuomo, Stewart-Cousins eye closed-door fix for bail reform

Exclusive tour of Gov. Cuomo and Sandra Lee’s home in Mount Kisko

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Live: Dome at Syracuse University

NNY’s premier churches

Which logo do you like best? Massena wants to know

Tickets: UNC at the Carrier Dome

Gov. Cuomo launches “No Hate in Our State” campaign

Erie County: prepared as can be for COVID-19

$2 NYS Fair tickets sell out quickly but Fair director says deals still available

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Federal building in Rochester evacuated after report of suspicious package

An Albany tradition Andrew Cuomo can’t change

Preview: Syracuse vs. Hobart

Samaritan Auxiliary’s 18th Annual “ONE NIGHT, ONE DIAMOND” focuses on equipment for Mohs Surgery used in skin cancer treatment

What NY hunters need to know about required hunting safety courses

Ritchie hosts ninth annual “10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum Day” at state Capitol

Thanks to winter storm, it’s prime time for bald eagle watching on Onondaga Lake

SU DPS Officer’s Union calling for action from the Chancellor following student protests

Bail increased for man facing criminal contempt charges

Parking ticket said she drove nearly 400 miles to take a handicap space

School superintendent says “you don’t have to git up” for school tomorrow

DEC donates reusable grocery bags

Preventative dental services available for students at school

NYP: New Yorkers want no-bail law fixed now — but Legislature’s too dysfunctional