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Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, right, announces the state's first death related to the coronavirus outbreak during a news conference Monday, March 16, 2020, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Joining Holcomb is State Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box, center, and other state officials. Holcomb called for the closing of all restaurants, nightclubs and bars as of Tuesday to help stem the spread of the virus. (AP Photo/Tom Davies)

Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, right, announces the state's first death related to the coronavirus outbreak during a news conference Monday, March 16, 2020, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Joining Holcomb is State Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box, center, and other state officials. Holcomb called for the closing of all restaurants, nightclubs and bars as of Tuesday to help stem the spread of the virus. (AP Photo/Tom Davies)

March 16, 2020

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Indiana sees 1st coronavirus death as restrictions added
March 16, 2020 5:58 p.m.

Indiana sees 1st coronavirus death as restrictions added

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana officials cracked down further on public activities Monday as the state reported its first death linked to the coronavirus pandemic.