People watch fireworks from the Church of the Springs parking lot in Dripping Springs. Jordan Vonderhaar for The Texas Tribune If Memorial Day unofficially marks the beginning of summer in Texas, July 4 confirms that it’s here for the long haul. For many Texans, both holidays consist of going outdoors: …
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The Braves have not begun planning for the possible absence of first baseman Freddie Freeman on opening day, but they do know the candidates to replace him. Freeman was one of four Braves who tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday. He has had a fever, chills and other symptoms, according …
Read More »Indiana reports 6 more coronavirus deaths, 596 new cases
(WNDU) – Indiana health officials reported 6 more coronavirus deaths and 596 new cases on Sunday. At least 2,500 Hoosiers have died from the coronavirus as of Sunday, and there have been at least 48,008 positive cases across the state since the start of the pandemic. Saturday: 6 more deaths …
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With many Americans ignoring public health guidelines over the holiday weekend, Trump’s behavior is creating a turning point for the Republican Party at a time when his poll numbers have dropped. With the lives of Americans at stake, the question now is whether members of the Republican Party will continue …
Read More »Los Angeles County coronavirus cases peaked for one day over the weekend of July 4
On Sunday, Los Angeles County public health officials reported 7,232 more cases of COVID-19 and 30 related deaths, figures representing Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of last week. On Friday alone, 3,187 new cases of COVID-19 were reported, the highest daily total since the pandemic began, authorities said. Indoor bars and …
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