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‘Jeopardy!,’ ‘Wheel of Fortune’ to halt filming with studio audience over coronavirus concerns

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Two of your favorite shows on Channel 9 will temporarily stop filming with studio audiences due to the potential spread of the coronavirus, according to CNN.

Sources from “Jeopardy” and “Wheel of Fortune” said the new measure will last indefinitely.

The possible spread of the coronavirus has caused popular events such as South by Southwest to cancel and Coachella to contemplate postponement.

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Health officials said 26 people have died in the United States due to complications from COVID-19.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that the elderly and people who have serious chronic medical conditions are most at-risk.


Christopher Boyce, WFTV.com

Christopher Boyce joined WFTV in January of 2019.

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