Early Voters Report Long Lines in Virginia and Minnesota
"I don't trust the mail right now, that's why [I'm voting today]. If I got to stand here all day, I'm going to vote today," said Jim O'Conner, a voter in Fairfax County, Virginia.
Lincoln Project Ad Calls for Presidential Candidates to 'Be a Good Person'
"You'd be a very good president. You would have to be a good person, first," the mother tells her son, as the video fades to a black-and-white image of Democratic nominee Joe Biden.
Interference by HHS Officials in CDC Guidelines Is 'Unforgivable': Doctor
"Blatant interference of senior HHS officials in the CDC guidelines is one of the most alarming things to have happened during this pandemic," the doctor wrote.
N.J. Cardinal Says Catholics Can 'in Good Conscience' Vote for Biden
"I think that a person in good conscience could vote for Mr. Biden," said Cardinal Joseph Tobin, archbishop of Newark. "I, frankly, in my own way of thinking have a more difficult time with the other option."
Indian Town Cuts Internet to Avoid More Protests Over Police Custody Death
Demonstrations broke out as relatives and neighbors gathered to mourn the man, with protesters shouting slogans against police officers and denouncing their actions.
How to Watch, Live Stream Trump's Re-Election Rally in Mosinee, Wisconsin
The president will host the event at an airport hangar near Wausau, part of a heavily Republican district about 100 miles west of Green Bay.
QAnon House Candidate Attended Fundraiser Hosted by Sandy Hook Conspiracist
"I hope that this is real because it only means America is getting stronger and better, and people are returning to conservative values, and that's what I am for," Lauren Boebert said in May of the QAnon movement.
Idaho Pastor, 5 Church Staffers, Contract COVID After Forgoing Mask Mandate
The church, which has nearly 1,200 members, reopened in May for in-person services but has allowed and even encouraged its congregation members to gather without masks.
8 Wisconsin Cities on List of Top 20 U.S. Cities With Growing COVID Cases
The majority of the cities have a University of Wisconsin (UW) school within their city limits.
Hawaii Loses Half of Economic Recovery Amid 2nd COVID Lockdown, Case Spike
The new restrictions caused economic activity in the state to take a massive nosedive, reversing Hawaii's recovery as of September 5 to be only 19 percent of what was lost since April.
What Polls Say About Lindsey Graham vs Jaime Harrison in Election Lead-Up
The most recent poll, conducted by Public Policy Polling from July 30 to 31, shows Graham with a slight lead.
What Is the Triple E Virus? Mosquito-Borne Illness Suspected in Michigan
Triple E is a rare but deadly disease, with a 33 percent fatality rate in humans and 90 percent fatality rate among horses.
Malaysian Man Finds Selfies of Monkey on iPhone He Lost
"[I have] no idea how to describe it because one of the impossible things just happened," Zackrydz Rodzi said. "I shook and laughed so hard and quickly ran towards my parents to tell them."
Nearly Half of Students in NYC Schools Signed Up for All-Remote Learning
Officials with the New York City Department of Education, which manages the City School District, said that 42 percent of students are enrolled in all-remote learning ahead of the start of the school year.
Hurricane Sally Update: How Much Rain, Flooding Will Hit Miss. and Alabama?
The National Weather Service predicts 10 to 20 inches of rain across the region, with "historic flooding possible."
Parents Say Masks in School Violate Religious Beliefs, Sue Health Director
The complaint, filed last week in Putnam County Common Pleas Court, responds to Ohio Department of Health Interim Director Lance Himes' order signed August 13.
China's Foreign Minister Suggests U.S. Stop Meddling in Country's Affairs
"Now is the time for China to ask the United States not to interfere in China's internal affairs," Wang Yi said.
Virginia Crowd Cheers Upon Confederate Statue Removal
"Much of the racial tension, strife and protest we're seeing across the country emanates from right here in Charlottesville," community organizer Don Gathers said. "But now we're moving the needle in a positive way."
Wildfire Smoke Increases Susceptibility to COVID-19, Medical Experts Warn
Wildfire smoke can trigger a wide arrange of symptoms in humans, many of which are eerily similar to ones most commonly associated with COVID-19.
Trump Compares Mueller Team Wiping Phones to Clinton Deleting Emails
"ALERT: So now we find out that the entire Mueller 'hit squad' illegally wiped their phones clean...just like Crooked Hillary smashing her phones with a hammer, & DELETING HER EMAILS!" Trump tweeted.
Sanders Believes Biden Will Defeat Trump, But Won't Say It's a 'Slam Dunk'
"I think there is a strong chance that...[Biden] will win," Sanders said during an appearance Friday on PBS' 'Firing Line.' "Am I here to tell you, 'Absolutely, this is a slam dunk, no chance that he will lose?' That's not what I'm saying."
New Ohio Health Secretary Backs Out Hours After Governor Announces Hire
"In conversations preparing for the transition to the Ohio Department of Health, I was informed that the former director's family had faced harassment from the public," Dr. Joan Duwve said.
'Protect Our Kids': Photo of Children on Crowded School Bus Causes Concern
WFLA reported that while some students were wearing face coverings, they were sitting close together, at times on the same seat.
How Does Trump's COVID Response Compare With Biden's Proposals?
Key differences among the two presidential candidates in terms of their coronavirus response strategies include the roles of federal and state government, foreign policy and education.
Berry Creek, California, Destroyed by North Complex Fire, 16 People Missing
The wind-driven wildfire has nearly leveled both sides of Highway 162, which runs through Berry Creek, a town of about 1,200 people.
Blood-Sucking, Livestock-Killing Mosquito Hordes Are 2020's Latest Gift
Farmers in the state have lost hundreds of cattle due to the massive insect swarms, which arrived after Hurricane Laura brought heavy rainfall to the area.
Arizona Senate Candidate Mark Kelly Says He's Sorry About Offensive Joke
"My brother's year in space was really hard on him and we tried to bring some light to his difficult ordeal, but this comment does not do that and I apologize and deeply regret it," Kelly said.
Trump Campaign Ad Tells Voters to 'Stop Joe Biden and His Rioters'
The ad depicts those whom the Trump campaign considers "Joe Biden's supporters," with the word "rioters" superimposed over "supporters."
9/11 Memorial Vandalized Days Before 19th Anniversary of Terrorist Attacks
The incident in Pennsylvania occurred just days before members of the community will gather to remember victims on the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.
U.S. Nurses Say There's Still Critical Shortage of N95 Masks
"N95s are still in a shortage," said Mike Schiller, the American Hospital Association's senior director for supply chains. "It's certainly not anywhere near pre-COVID levels."