New House member says "masks are oppressive" amid COVID-19 surge
Congresswoman-elect Marjorie Taylor Green denounced mask-wearing during freshmen representative orientation.
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Massachusetts reopening field hospital as COVID cases spike
It will provide 240 beds and is expected to be ready as soon as the first week of December.
Arizona State game canceled after head coach tests positive
The news comes as the coronavirus cases are soaring across the U.S.
Costco: Those with mask exemptions must wear face shields
Warehouse club says everyone older than 2 must have their nose and mouth covered to enter outlets, starting Monday.
Bank proposes taxing work-from-home to help economy
Deutsche Bank suggests a 5% wage tax, or $2,500 a year for average WFH employee "lucky enough to be able to 'disconnect.'"
Miss USA wants to use her crown to fight for prison reform
"Just like no two people are the same, no two crimes are the same and they shouldn't be treated as such," Asya Branch told CBS News.
As holidays approach, Fauci discusses COVID-19 "risk/benefit ratio"
Fauci's warning come as the U.S. grapples with a string of record-breaking days in COVID-19 cases.
Marlins hire Kim Ng as MLB's first female general manager
"When I got into this business, it seemed unlikely a woman would lead a major league team, but I am dogged in the pursuit of my goals," she said.
CEOs may press lawmakers to ensure smooth transition to Biden
Top chief executives are weighing what actions to take if the presidential changeover bogs down.
Minnesota governor speaks as restrictions go into effect
"More people are getting sick, including our health care workers, which is impacting hospitals' ability to provide care even when there are enough actual hospital beds," the governor's office said.
2 killed in explosion at VA hospital in Connecticut
An FBI spokesperson in New Haven said state police are leading the investigation.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
Champion boxer fights back after being shot, stabbed by husband
Was it attempted murder or self-defense? Prizefighter Christy Martin lives to testify against her husband.
Tropical Storm Eta hits North Carolina with deadly flooding
At least four people are dead, dozens were rescued and several are unaccounted for after the tropical storm slammed the South.
Biden adviser floats possible lockdown to check COVID-19
"We could pay for a package right now to cover all of the lost wages," Dr. Michael Osterholm told Yahoo! Finance.
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