Cases of melioidosis, usually referred to as Whitmore’s disease, were found in Georgia, Texas, Kansas, and Minnesota. What We Know: The Centers for Disease Control […]
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Senate to Pass Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
The legislation moved forward with a 69-30 vote, with 19 Republicans joining all 50 Democrats. What We Know: Supporters of the infrastructure bill believe it […]
Governor Andrew Cuomo Resigns
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo‘s resignation will take effect in two weeks. His departure comes after last week’s report by Attorney General Letitia James revealed […]
Judge Rules in Favor of Norwegian Cruise Line, Allows for Proof of Vaccination in Florida
Judge Kathleen Williams ruled it unconstitutional for businesses to ban a customer requirement of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. What We Know: The U.S. District judge […]
Michael B. Jordan Launches Basketball Showcase for HBCU Athletes
The “Hoop Dreams Classic,” a one-night event in Newark, New Jersey, will feature the nation’s top Division 1 HBCU men’s and women’s basketball teams. What […]
Cuomo Top Aide Melissa DeRosa Resigns
Melissa DeRosa resigned on Sunday, less than a week after a detailed report announced Governor Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women. What We Know: Regarding […]
Pentagon Lockdown Lifted after Gunfire near Metro Station, Reports of Multiple People Hurt, Police Officer Killed
The slain officer, whose name is yet to be revealed, was a Pentagon Force Protection Agency member. What We Know: On August 3, officials placed […]
Biden Calls Out DeSantis’ Refusal on Mask Mandates
President Joe Biden told reporters that Governors Ron DeSantis’s decisions against mask mandates would eventually have results that will affect constituents. What We Know: Biden’s […]
Cuba Allows Cuban-owned Miami Company to Do Business on the Island
Fuego Enterprises may now sell food as well as artisanal and other goods in Cuba. What We Know: Hugo Cancio, the company’s owner, initially submitted […]
Cuomo Impeachment Probe Nears Its End as NY Lawmakers Give Final Call for Evidence
The New York lawmakers’ request comes after a detailed report accused Governor Andrew Cuomo of sexually harassing multiple women. What We Know: Cuomo spokesman Rich […]