Coronavirus live updates: US death toll hits 40,000; New York set for aggressive antibody testing

The coronavirus death toll in the U.S. hit a new plateau, New York state will begin the nation’s most aggressive antibody testing campaign this week and some states are beginning to loosen restrictions as the nationwide effort to restore the economy began to take shape Sunday.

Negotiators were also close to a deal that could provide $300 billion in additional funding to struggling small businesses.

Overwhelmingly, restrictions remained in force. In Oklahoma City, a virtual ceremony was held to mark the 25th anniversary of the bombing that killed 168 people… more >>.