Half of all states have reported at least 500K COVID-19 cases. In all, 11 states have reported at least 1 million cases each. Latest news.
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At least 10 dead after van carrying migrants crashes in South Texas, authorities say
At least 10 people are dead, including the driver, after a van carrying migrants crashed Wednesday on a remote Texas highway, authorities said.
New York to become first major US city to require vaccination proof for indoor activities: COVID-19 updates
New York City will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for people to enter indoor restaurants, gyms and entertainment venues. Latest COVID news.
CDC report shows mounting evidence about dangerous delta variant; researchers study possible link between virus, dementia: Latest updates
The CDC, in an internal presentation, is warning that the delta variant is substantially more contagious than others. Latest COVID-19 updates.
La Porte, Texas, chemical plant leak leaves 2 dead and 30 hospitalized, officials say
At least two people are dead and 30 are hospitalized after a chemical leak of acetic acid at a plant in a Houston suburb Tuesday night, officials say.
‘Something that lives with all of us forever:’ Final victim of Surfside condo collapse identified; Death toll at 98
98 people were killed June 24 when the 12-story Champlain Towers South condominium crashed to the ground.
California, New York City unveil plans to require vaccinations or testing for public employees: Live COVID-19 updates
More than 50 major medical groups called for health care employers to mandate COVID-19 vaccines. Latest news.
Education, guns and money – vaccination lottery winners cash in; China balks at plans for virus origin study: Live COVID news
Authorities across the nation are scrambling to re-energize lagging vaccination numbers.
Pediatrics group says kids should wear masks at school; Canada reopens border to Americans: Live COVID-19 updates
Pediatrics experts recommends kids wear masks in schools. Canada plans to reopen border to vaccinated Americans. Live COVID news.
How hot is too hot? What to know about wet bulb temperatures, an increasing danger in extreme heat.
Heat is already the deadliest weather-related hazard, killing about 1,300 Americans each year, and experts warn it’s only going to get worse.