The U.S. continues to push forward in its goal to vaccinate people against the coronavirus.
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NYC, California turn to COVID testing mandate to boost vaccination numbers — will it be enough?
Health experts say shifting to a testing mandate will encourage more people to get their shots.
Disability advocates calling for reform as US Paralympian Becca Meyers drops out of Games citing lack of support
Disability rights advocates say the Paralympian’s plight is too common.
Canada will open borders to vaccinated Americans soon
After 16 months, the northern border will be open for vaccinated Americans.
Extreme heat causing baby birds to injure themselves after fleeing hot nests
Animal rights groups are sounding the alarm over the dangers effects of rising temperatures.
Sha’Carri Richardson’s Olympic suspension turns to heated debate on cannabis
Marijuana legalization activists contend there is a double standard in sports when it comes to banning the substance.
After Connecticut legalizes marijuana, only 2 New England states now prohibit cannabis
The pressure is on for all of New England to offer legal pot.
Carl Nassib comes out as 1st openly gay active NFL player
The Las Vegas Raider said he weighed this announcement for years.
Young adult vaccination rate lags behind other age groups, CDC finds
Younger adults are lagging when it comes to vaccinations against the coronavirus.
Vermont relaxes COVID-19 restrictions after crossing major vaccine milestone
Vermont leads the nation when it comes to vaccination, according to health data.
Ex-pharmacist sentenced to prison for tampering with COVID-19 vaccines
The man who admitted to tampering with COVID-19 vaccines was sentenced to prison.
Oregon legislative employees’ historic union vote could pave way for nation
A historic vote in a state legislature has major consequences for the labor movement in public offices.
New York City planning ‘huge’ concert as COVID-19 cases continue to drop
As New York City continues to rebound from the pandemic, it plans on giving back to residents.
US surpasses 300 million COVID-19 vaccine shots administered
The U.S. continues to move forward in its efforts to vaccinate Americans against COVID-19.
Arizona planning to use Nazi-era gas for death row executions: Report
Criminal justice experts are concerned following reports that Arizona jail officials are using a controversial substance in executions.
MLB to celebrate ‘Lou Gehrig’ Day across stadiums with program to raise ALS awareness
Major League Baseball turned all of its stadiums into living testaments to one of its most cherished icons.
70% of adults in 12 states have received at least 1 COVID vaccine dose: CDC
Several states have surpassed a major vaccine milestone.
Half of US adults now fully vaccinated against COVID-19: CDC
The U.S. passed another major milestone in its efforts to vaccinate Americans against the virus.
COVID-19 vaccines hold up against India variant, study finds
Research suggests that the currently approved vaccines hold up against the COVID-19 variant found in India.
Court decision leaves Mississippi medical marijuana, other ballot initiatives in limbo
A court case has left 20 years of voter referendums in one state in jeopardy.