A gate area at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is crowded with travelers awaiting Delta flight 1420 to Atlanta, Saturday, March 14, 2020, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Weary travelers returning to the U.S. amid coronavirus-related travel restrictions are being greeted by long lines and hourslong waits for required medical screenings at airports. (John Scalzi via AP)
March 15, 2020
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March 15, 2020 9:04 p.m.
US moves nearer to shutdown amid coronavirus fears
CHICAGO (AP) — Officials across the country curtailed many elements of American life to fight the coronavirus outbreak on Sunday, with health officials recommending that groups of 50 or more don't get together and a government expert saying a 14-day national shutdown may be needed.