As Rollout Falters, Scientists Debate New Vaccination Tactics
Should second doses be delayed? Should most adults receive half-doses? Scientists are pondering ways to get more shots into more arms.
Texas Church Shooting: Fugitive Kills Pastor, Officials Say
The pastor of a Methodist church was killed with his own gun by a man sought by the police who had taken shelter in the building, officials said. Three others, including the gunman, were hurt.
Democrats Rush to Turn Out Black Voters in Georgia, Looking Beyond Atlanta
Rallying voters across the state over the weekend, the Democratic challengers, Jon Ossoff and the Rev. Raphael Warnock, tried to encourage election-day turnout on the left.
A Covid-19 Relief Fund Was Only for Black Residents. Then Came the Lawsuits.
Oregon earmarked $62 million to explicitly benefit Black individuals and business owners. Now some of the money is in limbo after lawsuits alleging racial discrimination.
Once a Foe of Trump, Cruz Leads a Charge to Reverse His Election Loss
The Texas Republican was once the victim of President Trump’s false claims of election fraud. Now he is perpetuating them.
Biden Plans Renewed Nuclear Talks With Russia While Punishing Kremlin, Adviser Says
The president-elect also plans to pursue a “follow-on negotiation” with Iran over its missile capabilities if Tehran re-enters compliance with the nuclear deal.
As the Virus Spikes, Vaccine Distribution Is One More Hurdle for States
Mass vaccination would be a challenge under any circumstances. But doing it during an out-of-control pandemic is straining states, cities and health departments.
Inflatable Costume May Be Behind Outbreak at California Hospital
An employee at a hospital in San Jose wore an “air-powered” costume on Christmas. Within days, 44 staff members had tested positive for the coronavirus and one had died, the hospital said.
‘A Slap in the Face’: The Pandemic Disrupts Young Oil Careers
Students and recent graduates struggle to get hired as the oil industry cuts tens of thousands of jobs, some of which may never come back.
Community’s Loss of Hospital Stirs Fresh Debate Over Indian Health Service
Faced with a budget problem, the federal agency responsible for tribal health care solved it by reducing a long-established hospital in New Mexico to a clinic — in the middle of the pandemic.
South Carolinians Mock Redesigned Palmetto Tree on Proposed State Flag
A proposed new look for the beloved state tree has drawn complaints that it looks like a toilet brush or like one of the palmettos battered by Hurricane Hugo in 1989.
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