A Virginia dam is in danger of failing sometime soon because of the heavy rain that has caused problems across the state. What We Know: […]
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Beyoncé to Give Graduation Speech Alongside Obamas for YouTube
YouTube announced Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez and Taylor Swift will be among those joining “Dear Class of 2020,” punching even more star power into its virtual […]
Florida Block Party Ends in Arrests and Alleged Racial Profiling
A Florida block party ends with arrests and alleged racial profiling over the weekend. What We Know: The block party, that was advertised on social […]
CDC Removes Religious Guidance from Reopening Guidelines
The CDC this week quietly published detailed guidelines for reopening schools and businesses that have been shut down in the coronavirus pandemic. What We Know: […]
Majority of America Re-open in Some Way Today
States’ efforts to revive their economies have begun on Wednesday, with Vice President Pence traveling to Florida and President Trump hosting the governors of Arkansas […]
Baltimore Teen, 15, Dies of Mysterious and Possibly COVID-19 Related Illness
COVID-19 (coronavirus) was initially believed to put mostly older people and those with underlying conditions at the most risk. As this pandemic has developed, younger […]
Trump Says He’s Taking Hydroxychloroquine to Prevent COVID-19
Trump says he’s been taking hydroxychloroquine to prevent contracting the coronovirus. View this post on Instagram President Trump on taking hydroxychloroquine: “It doesn’t […]
Michigan governor declares emergency after dams collapse
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared an emergency for Midland county after two dams breached and on expectations of extreme flooding. What We Know: The county […]
Walmart’s Online Sales Jump 74%, People Sheltered in Place Rush Online for Supplies
Walmart emerged as one of the few lifelines to millions of people as the coronavirus spread, leading to surging profit and sales for the world’s […]
Joe Biden calls for Rent and Mortgage Forgiveness
Joe Biden calls for rent and mortgage forgiveness and a $15,000 first-time homebuyer credit. What We Know: Former Vice President Joe Biden backed rent and […]