Vaccine mandates have had strong legal ground in the past, according to experts.
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Why COVID-19 vaccine incentives didn’t really work: Experts
Lotteries and other incentives programs failed to move the needle on vaccinations, according to health data.
The Olympics’ newest sports poised to break barriers for women, minorities
They’re the new faces of the newest Olympic sports and they hope their time in Tokyo will inspire new generations of athletes.
How New York City is slowly but surely rebounding from COVID-19
Experts say the city is slowly showing signs of strengthening.
Where COVID-19 has and hasn’t spread since states reopened: Analysis
Health experts say the data can help with future pandemic planning.
Here’s how effective vaccine incentives like free beer really are
As more states offer freebees to get their vaccination numbers up, experts contend those incentives should not be treated as the only solution.
Why mask mandates for kids continue even as case numbers go down
Children still need to take extra caution to protect themselves from the coronavirus.
Why COVID-19 cases haven’t seen sharp drop despite spike in vaccinations
Medical experts say low number of vaccinations and variants are still keeping COVID-19 cases high despite a jump in vaccinations.
Legal marijuana movement builds as more states change laws
The national push to change marijuana laws grows stronger, according to experts.
MSG, Barclays Center welcoming fully vaccinated fans back, other businesses likely to follow
As more Americans get vaccinated, sports and indoor events are relaxing some procedures to cater to those crowds who got their shots.
Baseball stadiums are reopening this spring. What’s the COVID risk?
All major league baseball stadiums will reopen to fans for the first time since the pandemic began. Health experts say this should be fine, if, the teams stick to the guidelines.
Advocates call on ‘secretaries, janitors, students’ to sign-up for 9/11 compensation
Attorneys and advocates say thousands of Manhattan residents and workers haven’t applied for benefits related to 9-11 health issues.
COVID-19 case numbers drop, signaling winter surge is slowing
Experts say a drop in coronavirus hospitalizations and deaths is promising but urged people to continue heeding health warnings.
Voting rights legislation across country looks to both restrict, expand access
Voting rights experts say they’re keeping a close eye on the efforts across states that would change future elections.
How working from home due to COVID could be a double tax hit for some
The coronavirus’s effect on offices may have consequences for certain employees during this year’s taxes.
How 2nd Trump impeachment could differ from 1st
Trump’s second impeachment will have different consequences if convicted due to his departure from the White House.
Here are some of the biggest new laws that went into effect Jan. 1
New laws enacted across the country went into effect at the beginning of the year.
2020 is a year we’ll never forget. Here’s why
To say that 2020 was a year for the history books is an understatement.
How state health departments might view Joe Biden’s COVID response plan
State leaders will need to work together with the president-elect if they want to turn the tide on the pandemic, according to experts.
Nonprofits struggle with challenges of rising hunger, COVID-19 restrictions during holidays
The pandemic has created a major problem for needy families looking to have a communal meal during the holidays.