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Dems Agree to Lower Unemployment Benefits as Part of Stimulus Compromise
The original bill passed by the House offered an additional $400 weekly payment through August, while Republicans proposed a $300 payment through July. A third proposal offered a $300 payments through October.
Senate GOP Down One for 'Vote-a-Rama' as Sullivan Returns Home for Funeral
Sen. Sullivan's father-in-law recently passed away, and he is flying back Friday evening to Fairbanks, Alaska for the funeral.
Cuomo Rebuked By Own Party As Democrats Strip His Emergency Powers
Governor Cuomo will no longer be allowed to issue new coronavirus directives and all existing orders will be reviewed by state lawmakers on a monthly basis.
Fact Check: Do Overweight People Account For Most COVID-19 Deaths?
More than a year into the pandemic, the health care and science communities have identified a number of risk factors that increase the likelihood of complications from COVID-19. A recent report from the World Obesity Federation (WOF) unveiled new links between obesity and COVID-19 outcomes.
Kyrsten Sinema Tweet Calling Minimum Wage Raise 'No-Brainer' Resurfaces
"A full-time minimum-wage earner makes less than $16k a year. This one's a no-brainer. Tell Congress to #RaiseTheWage!" Sinema wrote in 2014, when she served in the House.
Fact Check: Was Pope Francis Once a Nightclub Bouncer?
Pope Francis trended on Twitter Friday amid his visit to Iraq. The day prior, one social media user declared that he used to work an odd job that could be considered surprising for a pope.
Abbott Blames Biden For COVID Days After He Lifted State Mask Mandate
Abbott says "the president and his administration need to step up and stop this program," ending the process of bringing asylum seekers into the country.
Fact Check: Are COVID-Positive Migrants Allowed to Cross Border Into U.S.?
As President Biden rolls back Trump-era immigration policies, some fear that a surge of migrants at the southern border will spread coronavirus across the country.
Mega Millions Drawing For 03/05/21, Friday Jackpot is $55 Million
Friday night's 03/05/21 Mega Millions jackpot is worth $55 million, with a cash-value option of $38.1 million.
Fact Check: Did YouTube Ban all Copies of Donald Trump's CPAC Speech?
Following Donald Trump's speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Orlando, Florida, on Sunday, social media users have expressed concerns that it is being banned by YouTube.
Fact Check: Could a Republican Replace Andrew Cuomo if he Leaves Office?
Amid allegations of cover-ups and sexual harassment, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces calls to resign.
San Francisco Seeing 'Dramatic' Number of Exits from City
Net exits from San Francisco from the end of last March to the end of the year increased by 649 percent, as compared to the same period in 2019, according to a new study.
Disney World Customers Spit on Workers Who Told Them to Follow Safety Rules
Disney World requires all guests aged two years and older to wear a face covering, including those who have been vaccinated.
Trump: Biden's Border Situation 'Out of Control,' Urges Finishing Wall
"The spiraling tsunami at the border is overwhelming local communities, depleting budgets, crowding hospitals, and taking jobs from legal American workers," Trump said in a lengthy statement. "When I left office, we had achieved the most secure border in our country's history."
NASA Perseverance Rover Records First-Ever Sound of Wind on Mars
In a video shared by CBS news on Friday, NASA engineer Elizabeth Duffy describes the recording as "awesome," and said the new audio will allow scientists to discover a "whole complete story of Mars."
Why Great Apes Are Getting COVID Vaccines At a U.S. Zoo
The virus is believed to have been transmitted to the great apes after they came into contact with an asymptomatic staff member at the zoo who later tested positive for coronavirus.
Newsom Pushes Toward Reopening California as Recall Petition Nears 2M
The California governor is facing a significant challenge with a recall petition continuing to gather signatures ahead of the March 17 deadline.
Mitt Romney Pushes Back on Giving Some States COVID Relief
"As a former governor, if the federal government is going to be handing out billions of dollars, I'm going to have my hand out to get as much as I can," Romney said.
Montana Governor Blasts Biden Immigrant Plan, Alleges Meth Crossing Border
Gov. Greg Gianforte said he was "concerned" for Montana's communities following Biden's welcoming policy toward immigrants, despite confirmation from the administration they're turning people away.
Trump Supporters Prefer Pence, DeSantis and Cruz for 2024 Presidential Run
A new poll of Republican voters shows that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former Vice President Mike Pence are tied for second place in a hypothetical 2024 presidential race behind Trump. Texas Senator Ted Cruz came in third.
Capitol Rioter Known As 'Bullhorn Lady,' Indicted By Grand Jury
Rachel Powell has been charged with eight offences linked to the Capitol riot, including engaging in physical violence in a restricted building or grounds with a deadly weapon.
Mask Mandates Have Been Lifted in These States
Local mask mandates are in effect in some areas, while some states such as Texas and Mississippi have abandoned these guidelines.