Fully vaccinated people can gather without masks, CDC says
The CDC has released long-awaited guidance that says vaccinated people can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing.
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What's next for the COVID relief bill? And when will the $1,400 payments reach Americans?
The House is expected to give final approval to the COVID-19 relief bill Tuesday with a Biden signature shortly after. Here's what to expect after final passage.
Senate passes $1.9 trillion virus aid bill after voting through night on amendments
The Senate worked through the night and into midday Saturday to pass Democrats' $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, which will now go back to the House to approve the Senate's tweaks.
Jobless aid fight slows relief bill; minimum wage hike axed
After a minimum wage hike was nixed, a deal on jobless benefits was the latest sticking point in a push for a COVID-19 relief bill. Here's the latest.
Teacher vaccinations go untracked amid school reopening push. Get today's virus updates.
Almost no one knows how many teachers are getting the shots, or refusing to get them. See how that complicates school reopenings across the U.S.
US added 379,000 jobs in February in hopeful sign for economy
The U.S. added a strong 379,000 jobs in February as hiring rebounded in hopeful sign for economy.
Senate kickstarts work on virus relief bill; some older Americans left behind in vaccine signups
Virus update: The Senate voted Thursday to begin debating a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, with Democrats hoping for Senate approval of the package before next week.
Police request 60-day extension of National Guard security at US Capitol
Capitol Police have requested that the National Guard continue to provide security at the U.S. Capitol. It comes as the Capitol is on high alert today over a "possible plot" by a militia group.
COVID's obesity link; 'Neanderthal thinking'; and the Senate relief bill. Virus news to know today.
Virus death rates 10 times higher in more obese countries; Biden says completely lifting restrictions 'big mistake'; what's next for Senate relief bill. Get the latest.
DEVELOPING: Texas power grid CEO is fired following widespread outages during winter storms
Texas power grid CEO is fired following widespread outages during winter storms
(CNN) -- Following widespread power outages during a series of winter storms that left many Texas residents in the dark for days, the head of the organization overseeing the state's power grid has been fired. Bill Magness, president and CEO of Electric…
Democrats' sweeping bill could change how we vote
The stakes are monumental, with potential to shape election outcomes for years to come. It also tests how hard President Joe Biden and his party are willing to fight for their priorities.
Police uncover 'possible plot' by militia to breach US Capitol on Thursday
The U.S. Capitol Police say they have intelligence showing there is a "possible plot" by a militia group to breach the U.S. Capitol on Thursday.
US contractor dies in rocket attack on air base housing US troops in Iraq
A U.S. contractor died Wednesday when at least 10 rockets slammed into an air base housing U.S. and other coalition troops in western Iraq, the Pentagon said.
Biden budget nominee withdraws amid bipartisan opposition
Neera Tanden's withdrawal over controversial tweets marks the first high-profile defeat of one of Biden's nominees. Eleven of 23 Cabinet nominees requiring Senate approval have been confirmed.
Biden: US will have enough vaccine supply for all adults by end of May; states directed to prioritize teachers
President Joe Biden said Tuesday that the U.S. expects to take delivery of enough coronavirus vaccines for all adult Americans by the end of May, two months earlier than anticipated.
SUV carrying 27 people crashes with semitruck, killing 15 in California, hospital reports
An SUV believed to be carrying 27 people crashed Tuesday into a semitruck in Southern California, killing 15 people and leaving others injured, hospital officials said.
Biden official: Merck to help produce rival J&J's COVID-19 vaccine to expand supply quickly
Merck will help produce rival Johnson and Johnson's newly approved vaccine in an effort to expand supply more quickly, a Biden administration official has confirmed.
About 390,000 Texans are still under boil water advisories from the winter storm
About 390,000 Texans are still under boil water advisories from the winter storm
TEXAS - About 390,000 Texas residents were still under boil water advisories as of midday Monday, almost two weeks after a winter storm slammed large swaths of the South. The Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) website shows there are 399 active boil…
States easing virus restrictions despite health experts' warnings; Trump was vaccinated in January
US health officials warn against reopening too quickly as virus variants spread. “We stand to completely lose the hard-earned ground that we have gained,” said Dr. Rochelle Walensky, head of the CDC.
States scrambling to fend off scammers in unemployment programs; 4 million J&J doses shipped
Virus update: Fraud overwhelms pandemic-related jobless programs; 4 million doses of one-shot vaccine shipped; COVID-19 relief now in Senate's hands. Get the latest.
'Nomadland,' 'Borat,' 'The Crown' win at bicoastal Golden Globes
"Nomadland" wins best drama film and "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" wins best comedy or musical at Golden Globes. Here's the complete list of winners.
'Do you miss me yet?' Trump calls for GOP unity, blasts Biden, repeats false election claims
In his first return to the stage since leaving office, Donald Trump used his CPAC speech to try to cement his status as the Republican Party's undisputed leader.
Cuomo asks state AG, top judge to appoint lawyer to investigate sexual harassment claims
The move came after legislative leaders assailed Cuomo's plan to appoint a retired federal judge to conduct the probe. Get the latest.
FDA approves Johnson & Johnson's one-dose shot, giving US a third COVID-19 vaccine
The U.S. is getting a third vaccine to prevent COVID-19, as the Food and Drug Administration on Saturday cleared a Johnson and Johnson shot that works with just one dose instead of two.
