Scores of people are answering pleas from hospitals, doctors and nurses so desperate for personal protective equipment amid the viral pandemic that they've turned to the public, saying do-it-yourself face masks are better than nothing.

Indiana will be automatically extending all state-issued driver's licenses and vehicle registrations as the state enters a two-week stay-at-home period ordered by Gov. Eric Holcomb to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

According to a statement, the Tippecanoe County Health Department informed the university of the positive case Monday. The student, who is based on the school's West Lafayette campus, is currently in Marion County.

Five more deaths were reported on Tuesday in Indiana from the coronavirus-related illness, giving the state a total of 12 as a statewide stay-at-home order is about to take effect.

Climate change may be putting people at risk for more pandemics like COVID-19. Habitat loss due to climate is bringing animals that can transmit disease in contact with humans more often.

Gov. Eric Holcomb says his stay-at-home order is not meant to be a hammer but to emphasize the need to socially distance and self-isolate, thus curbing the spread of COVID-19.

Starting Wednesday, March 25, childcare for 100 children, ages 5 to 12, will be available for families of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, Indianapolis Fire Department, and public safety communication with a 50 percent discount.

WFYI's Jill Ditmire spoke with Arts Council Executive Director Julie Goodman about the fund and how it can help individuals and organizations.

Hair salons, tattoo parlors and others will be expected to close. The order exempts many businesses including grocery stores, banks and pharmacies, and allows restaurants to continue offering take-out services.

On Monday, Gov. Eric Holcomb announced new steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the state, putting in place a "stay-at-home" order.