PORTLAND, Ore. — Cases of COVID-19 began popping up in the United States in January. The first case in Oregon was reported on Feb. 28.
We've been posting a daily blog to track the changes in Oregon and Southwest Washington as we get them. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LATEST UPDATES
BY THE NUMBERS
As of Monday evening:
- Oregon: 215 deaths, 10,395 cases, 267,228 tests (257,326 negative tests) Latest Oregon numbers
- Washington: 1,370 deaths, 36,985 cases, 629,256 tests (5.9% positive) Latest Washington numbers
- United States: 130,007 deaths, 2,897,613 cases Latest U.S. numbers
- World: 537,429 deaths, 11,590,195 cases Latest global numbers
REAL-TIME UPDATES
8 p.m.
- A Portland State University researcher is one of more than 200 scientists from around the world now challenging how WHO says the coronavirus spreads. Learn more
7 p.m.
- Both Oregon and Washington now have enhanced rules that require businesses to insist customers wear masks, or not serve them. Learn more
- The novel coronavirus has put countless plans on hold, including summer vacations, concerts and outdoor events. Dozens of viewers have reached out to KGW asking for tips on how to get their money back. Learn more
- After 18 people tested positive for coronavirus in connection to the Orchards Tap Bar and Grill in Vancouver, a man in Portland thinks he may be number 19. Learn more
- The Portland company Kettle Works, which helps craft breweries go from startups to success, has now pivoted to making the Germ-Fogger mobile disinfecting unit that can "fog" 15,000 to 18,000 square feet in about an hour with a pair of applicators. Learn more
- The Portland entertainment industry can't even think about reopening until Phase 3. So it's going to be a while. But these live performances are more than just weekend fun; nationally, arts and cultural programs contribute billions of dollars to our economy. Learn more
1:15 p.m.
- Oregon health officials reported 168 new COVID-19 cases and zero new deaths. Monday’s case total breaks a streak of four consecutive days of over 300 new coronavirus cases in Oregon. Learn more
9:50 a.m.
- The Oregon Zoo plans to reopen this week after a nearly four-month closure. The zoo will reopen for members only from July 9-11 and will open to the general public on Sunday, July 12. New safety measures will be in place. Learn more
9:30 a.m.
- Oregon Health Authority reported 301 new cases of the virus Sunday, marking the fourth day in a row that Oregon has seen 300 cases or more. The state's total number of COVID-19 cases is now 10,230. Learn more
- Starting Tuesday, Washington businesses must turn away customers without face masks. Gov. Jay Inslee said he's optimistic that the vast majority of Washingtonians and Washington businesses will comply with the new order. Learn more
- Verify: Can face shields be used instead of face masks? Many people are asking if face shields can be worn in lieu of masks. Here's what health officials have to say on the topic. Learn more
INTERACTIVE: Oregon coronavirus map
INTERACTIVE: Oregon coronavirus data by age group
Note: Oregon Health Authority updates its COVID-19 data Monday through Friday, so the graphics above represent the latest published data, as of Friday, July 3. The graphics will be updated later today when OHA updates its website.