Concerns grow as states ease COVID-19 restrictions
Many states are easing restrictions as hospitalization numbers drop nationwide. source
South African COVID-19 variant spreading across US
The more contagious variant appears to chip away at the effectiveness of vaccines and has been identified in eight states. source
Backlash grows against Republicans who voted to convict Trump
The former president celebrated his acquittal with supporters in Florida on Presidents Day. Democrats point out it was the most bipartisan presidential impeachment verdict in history. source
Texas residents come together amid devastating conditions
Many Texans are helping members of their communities despite their own struggles. source
Plane loses engine on flight out of Denver
United Flight 328 departed Denver when shortly after it was advised there was an engine issue. source
NTSB searches for answers on Denver plane incident
A Boeing 777 with 241 people on board experienced catastrophic engine failure before performing a successful emergency landing. source
US approaches 500,000 lives lost to COVID-19
Officials are scrambling to clear the backlog of vaccination delays around the nation. source
Debate intensifies over reopening public schools
Many families are desperate to get their kids back in the classroom, while schools are struggling with how to keep students and teachers safe. source
2nd woman reportedly comes forward against New York governor
Democrats are now calling for an independent investigation into the claims against Gov. Andrew Cuomo. source
CDC recommends Johnson & Johnson vaccine to adults 18 and older
The pharmaceutical giant is expected to begin sending out nearly 4 million doses of its single-dose vaccine. source