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Kansas City COVID-19 Daily Briefing for Jan. 18

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Posted at 10:00 AM, Jan 18, 2021
and last updated 2021-01-18 11:00:17-05

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — 41 Action News is offering a daily recap of COVID-19 related stories from across Kansas City and the country. Check back every morning for the latest developments.

LATEST: COVID-19 case tracker for Missouri, Kansas and Kansas City

Therapist: Numbers can make us numb to pandemic

Two local therapists said repeatedly seeing large COVID-19 numbers can make people numb to their meaning and affect that person's outlook and safety during the pandemic.

KC Power & Light District hosts Chiefs watch party amid COVID-19 pandemic

Despite the raging pandemic, fans gathered at the Power & Light District to watch the Chiefs play the Browns for a shot at the AFC Championship game. Social distancing and mask-wearing were required.

Food-delivery apps take bite out of KCMO restaurant profits

Many restaurants are relying on delivery to weather the COVID-19 pandemic and a downturn in business, however, some food delivery apps take revenue from restaurants in the form of fees.

KU basketball postpones game against Iowa State, citing COVID-19 issues

Friday's University of Kansas basketball game against Iowa State University was postponed due to COVID-19 issues within the Cyclones organization. A new date has not yet been announced.

Map: Locations of Missouri COVID-19 vaccine providers

As Missouri continues to vaccinate people in the Phase 1 efforts, it has put together a map where people can locate vaccine providers in the state.

Black Health Care Coalition educates community on COVID-19 vaccine

The Black Health Care Coalition is working to educate the Black community and calm any fears related to the COVID-19 vaccine.

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