Postal Service to reverse mail slowdown ahead of election
U.S. Postal Service changes slowed mail service nationwide and were expected to impede efforts to vote by mail. The Montana settlement today applies to all states.
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Extra scrutiny pledged as public grows skeptical of virus vaccine, and more updates from today
Health officials say new safety steps will help protect the first people vaccinated. Plus, college sports suffers more setbacks due to positive tests. Get a rundown of news today plus safety tips and stats on COVID-19 spread.
How long does a COVID-19 illness last? Your virus questions answered, plus the latest news
How long can you expect a COVID-19 illness to last? It depends. Plus, the World Bank approves $12 billion for vaccines and tests, and the NFL has no plans for a bubble. Here's the latest virus news.
Second virus study halted over safety concerns; more sports stars test positive
Plus, the pandemic's economic squeeze tightens on renters and their landlords. Get all the latest COVID-19 updates here, and see maps and charts showing surges in the U.S. and aboard.
Supreme Court halts census in latest twist of 2020 count
A coalition of groups argued that minorities and others in hard-to-count communities would be missed if the count ended early. The Trump administration wanted the head count to end immediately.
Schools struggle with rules during remote learning; vaccine trial paused over unexplained illness
Coronavirus update: When school is home and home is school, which rules prevail? Plus, another vaccine trial is paused because of illness. Here's the latest.
UN warns against herd immunity; virus in spotlight at Supreme Court hearings
The head of the World Health Organization is warning about herd immunity as a strategy to stop the pandemic. Here's the latest coronavirus news.
Virus penetrates Vatican guard as infections rise; NFL juggles schedule after positive tests
Coronavirus update: Guards at the Vatican test positive; the NFL plays Jenga with its schedule after outbreaks; Iran shatters infection record; and more.
Lakers run past Heat for record-tying 17th NBA championship
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat 106-93 Sunday night to win the NBA Finals in six games. It's the team's first championship since Kobe Bryant's fifth and final title a decade ago.
Trump no longer at risk of transmitting virus, White House doctor says
The announcement followed Trump's first public appearance since returning to the White House after being treated for the coronavirus.
Hurricane Delta makes landfall in southwestern Louisiana
Hurricane Delta made landfall in Louisiana as a Category 2 storm Friday, compounding misery along a path of destruction left by Hurricane Laura only six weeks earlier.
2nd presidential debate is officially canceled, commission says
The Commission on Presidential Debates confirmed Friday that next week's faceoff would be scrapped. The third debate, scheduled for Oct. 22 in Nashville, Tennessee, is still on.
It's not just the US: Virus cases surging worldwide. Find out where, why and how fast.
With confirmed new cases topping 350,000 a day, an official reminded: "The majority of people in the world are still susceptible to this disease." Our 8 continually updating graphics show you the latest. Plus: Stay safe with a new guide to COVID-19 signs and treatment.
US averaging 45,000+ new positive virus tests a day, CDC says
The U.S. is averaging 45,000-plus new COVID-19 positive tests a day, more than double what was seen in June, the CDC reports. Here's the latest virus news.
Trump still contagious? Experts say it's impossible to know; what's promising about antibody treatments
President Donald Trump said Thursday he doesn't think he's contagious anymore, but medical experts say that's impossible to know a week after his diagnosis with COVID-19. Here's the latest virus news.
6 people charged in plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Whitmer
Six people plotted to try to kidnap Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer at her vacation home, according to a criminal complaint unsealed in federal court.
Trump says he's feeling 'perfect,' ready for rallies; hospitalizations, cases climb in most states
Virus updates: Trump feeling 'perfect,' would love to do a rally tonight; more than half of US states reporting rise in cases, hospitalizations; jobless claims remain high.
Live updates: Next presidential debate will be virtual; Trump refuses to participate
The second presidential debate between President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden will take place virtually amid the fallout from the president's diagnosis of COVID-19.
Trump says virus diagnosis was 'blessing from God'; medical journal calls for new US leadership
President Trump returned to the Oval Office and shared a video from the Rose Garden after making his presence known Wednesday on social media. Here's the latest virus news.
White House says Trump ready to return to Oval Office; president now open again to stimulus checks
Coronavirus roundup: Trump's reversal on the stimulus; more positive tests halt Tennessee Titans return; plus the latest White House infections and virus numbers.
