(CNN) With its hometown under a civil emergency because of the novel coronavirus, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is postponing its biggest event. "The health and safety of our fans and visitors is our highest priority," the organization told CNN in a statement. "Given recent news regarding coronavirus and the urging by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine regarding large public gatherings, we have made the decision to postpone the 2020 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Induction Week festivities until later this year." This year's inductees are Depeche Mode, The Doobie Brothers, Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails, The Notorious B.I.G. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is just the latest entertainment event to cancel or postpone in light of the coronavirus crisis.

Source: CNN March 13, 2020 15:22 UTC