Tyson suspends managers over COVID-19 betting claims
Biggest U.S. meat processor says former Attorney General Eric Holder will probe worker claims of "disturbing behavior."
Coronavirus Pandemic
Trump and Biden teams at odds over toll of transition delay
President-elect Biden said his lack of access to key information could damage recovery efforts and cost lives.
CDC urges Americans not to travel on Thanksgiving
The CDC's updated guidance says the safest way to celebrate is "at home with the people you live with."
Barber helps run neighbor's restaurant during COVID-19 pandemic
"Andre came to our rescue. And I want to be able to do that for somebody else if I can," the restaurant owner said.
Rachel Maddow in emotional return after partner's COVID diagnosis
Urges people to "recalibrate" their lives, saying, "At one point, we really thought there was a possibility that it might kill her. ... This thing is scary as hell."
Trump speaks on prescription drugs — and still isn't conceding election
Mr. Trump appeared in public for the fourth time since Election Day to announce efforts to lower prescription drug prices.
If you have to travel this Thanksgiving, do this
"There's nothing that is 100% protective unless you stay home alone, or with people who you've been in the same pod or protective bubble with," Dr. Jon LaPook said.
Mnuchin move to end some Fed emergency loan programs
"The Treasury and Fed play Battleship in tainted Covid waters," one leading economist said of the year-end move.
The icy challenge ahead for COVID-19 vaccine distributors
Dry ice is critical to transporting and storing the vaccines — but the nearly 1,000 minimum dose requirement is a challenge for rural areas.
Intubated COVID-19 patient serenades hospital staff with violin
"One of my coworkers described it as a light in the COVID darkness, which I think is perfect," said nurse Ciara Sase.
California governor issues curfew as coronavirus cases rise
The order, which goes into effect Saturday, stops gatherings and non-essential work between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. in areas where transmission of the virus is widespread.
Parents demand New York City schools reopen
Thousands of New York City parents sent a petition to the city's mayor and the state's governor on Thursday demanding that the nation's largest school system reopen immediately.
Rural hospitals brace for onslaught of COVID-19 patients
Large cities initially bore the brunt of the pandemic and while COVID-19 cases are increasing again, nowhere are they rising faster than rural areas.
Schumer and Pelosi to meet with Biden on Friday
It's the first time Biden and Harris will meet with Pelosi and Schumer in person since they were projected to win the election.
Coronavirus task force makes first remarks in months
Vice President Mike Pence and other officials took no questions.
Minnesota governor and hospital leaders urge caution amid surge
Walz on Wednesday announced new restrictions that will be in place on Thanksgiving.
The air got cleaner in 2020, thanks to the pandemic
But a climate-driven historic wildfire season held back progress on emissions.
Pennsylvania official: We could have COVID vaccine by next month
"It is important to remember again that when the vaccine becomes available, it will not be a cure — certainly not an immediate cure or end — to the coronavirus pandemic," said Dr. Rachel Levine.
Thanksgiving dinner costs drop to 10-year low
Cost of ingredients for traditional turkey dinner are down 4% from 2019 as retailers sell birds at a loss.
Mayo Clinic: 905 staff diagnosed with COVID in past 2 weeks
In total, about 1,500 Mayo Clinic staff are out due to a COVID-19 diagnosis or exposure.
12 million Americans set to lose jobless aid day after Christmas
Expanded federal benefits are scheduled to lapse in December, potentially leaving millions of people with no income.
NYC mayor: Indoor dining, gyms likely to close in "next week or two"
New restrictions are likely to follow citywide schools closures, which were announced Wednesday.
Key COVID relief programs set to expire without deal on new bill
Programs intended to help people who have lost their jobs are set to expire unless Congress reaches a deal.
WHO: Masks could prevent COVID lockdowns, closing schools won't work
Top global health agency official in Europe says if 95% of people wore masks, lockdowns "would not be needed," as he reiterates stance against closing schools.
Suit claims Tyson managers bet money on employees getting COVID-19
Meat processor pushing back against many of the allegations in the suit, pointing to health measures for workers.
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