NYC now 'epicenter' of coronavirus crisis, mayor says; 258 dead in US

More than 11,000 people worldwide have died from the virus.

March 20, 2020, 10:19 PM

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Coronavirus daily update: March 20, 2020

The latest news and biggest developments to keep you informed about the deadly pandemic.

The novel coronavirus pandemic has killed at least 11,200 people worldwide, mostly in Italy and China.

The respiratory virus, known officially as COVID-19, has reached every continent except Antarctica, including every European country since emerging in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December.

There are more than 272,000 diagnosed cases globally, according to data compiled by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University.

A man wearing a face mask stands by the coffin of his mother as a priest reads prayers during a funeral service in the closed cemetery of Seriate, near Bergamo, Italy, March 20, 2020.

There are over 19,200 diagnosed cases in the U.S., spanning all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, and at least 258 of those people have died, according to ABC News' count.

Today's biggest developments:

Italy's death toll skyrockets

100% of New York 'non-essential' workforce must stay home

Coronavirus appears to be twice as deadly for men

Tax Day pushed back to July 15

Doctors say COVID-19 tests available, but some can't be administered due to mask shortage

Olympic flame to arrive in Japan as plans for Tokyo Games forge ahead despite pandemic

'It's about being well': Cannabis shops thrive as 'essential businesses' in coronavirus pandemic

Here's how the news is unfolding today. All times Eastern. Please refresh for updates.

11:01 p.m.: No deal on final stimulus package yet

After 12 hours of bipartisan negotiations, senators broke for the day without a final deal on the $1 trillion stimulus bill to deal with the economic fallout from coronavirus.

The group of senior lawmakers -- along with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, Director of the National Economic Council Larry Kudlow, Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia and others -- who were all present for Friday’s marathon sessions, will be back at it Saturday at 10:30 a.m.

A vote is still expected on Monday.

10:16 p.m.: United reduces international flights by 95%

United had drastically reduced its international schedule in the wake of coronavirus fears cutting down on travel, but the company cut it even further on Friday night.

After initially saying they would cut the April international travel schedule by 85%, they have now said they will up that to 95%.

The company will only operate occasional flights to Mexico and some to Guam during April.

7:46 p.m.: Most Starbucks to close

Starbucks said it will close cafes for two weeks, moving to drive-thru-only service in the U.S.

Some cafes in hospitals and healthcare centers will remain open to serve first responders and workers there, according to a company statement.

The company also will continue delivering via the UberEats app.

7:34 p.m.: 'Major disaster' declared in New York

President Donald Trump has declared a "major disaster" in New York, according to Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.

Earlier, House Oversight Committee Chairwoman Carolyn B. Maloney said the declaration would help the state "to fully mobilize the federal response to the crisis."

"Sen. @GillibrandNY and I pushed for this!" Schumer tweeted. "FEMA needs to get to work NOW to open these MANY billions in direct aid for New York and individuals to help save lives and protect public health."

Pres. Trump just approved a major disaster declaration for New York to fight coronavirus.Sen. @GillibrandNY and I pushed for this!FEMA needs to get to work NOW to open these MANY billions in direct aid for New York and individuals to help save lives and protect public health.6:38 p.m.: Member of Pence's office tests positive

A member of Vice President Mike Pence's office has tested positive, according to Kate Miller, his press secretary.

"Neither President Trump nor Vice President Pence had close contact with the individual," Miller said in a statement. "Further contact tracing is being conducted in accordance with CDC guidelines."

No details on the employee were given.

6:30 p.m.: More celebrities test positive

Talk show host Andy Cohen and former "Bachelor" star Colton Underwood are the latest celebrities to announce they have tested positive.

Cohen wrote on Instagram that the test results came back "after a few days of self-quarantine and not feeling great." His Bravo show "Watch What Happens Live" will suspend production as he recovers.

Underwood, 28, also took to Instagram to announce his results. He urged younger people to take the situation seriously.

"I can't walk up a flight of stairs without being out of breath," he said.

6:18 p.m.: 2020 Census counting period extended

The U.S. Census Bureau announced it’s extending its 10-year count of the population by two weeks.

The deadline will now be Aug. 14.