Novak Djokovic to play in US Open, Bianca Andreescu opts out
While Djokovic will be playing, Andreescu joined the growing list of players who have opted out of the 2020 competition.
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More than 1,500 students and staff quarantined as schools reopen
More than 1,500 students in seven states were quarantined following positive coronavirus cases in schools that had just reopened their doors.
Georgia governor withdrawing lawsuit against Atlanta mayor
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp had claimed that the city was imposing more restrictive measures than his executive orders amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trump says in-person voting will be safe
Earlier in the day Trump indicated he opposed additional funding for the Postal Service because it would aid in expanding voting by mail, which he opposes.
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One of the most reliable indicators of reelection looks ominous for Trump
An election forecaster's model relying on this single economic data point would have correctly predicted the winner of all 11 elections with an incumbent president running since World War II.
Facebook announces new resource to aid mail voting, limit disinformation
Facebook is focusing on election misinformation threats involving efforts to suppress turnout, the release of misleading information during vote counting, and potential hack-and-leak scenarios.
Navigating the housing market during a pandemic
Home prices are up in 96% of U.S. cities, but deals can still be found due to the impact of COVID-19.
EMS workers are quitting. COVID-19 makes the job too risky
"I knew it would probably kill me if I went out there," says one emergency responder on his decision to retire early.
Biden and Harris to address Democratic convention from Delaware
Joe Biden introduced Kamala Harris as his vice presidential pick at an event in Wilmington on Wednesday.
NBA arena workers take on polling place duties for Election Day
Nick Darby, a State Farms Arena guest engagement manager, says he's working remotely — and he'll also be taking on the responsibilities of a polling place worker.
Trump is "a uniter of Democrats," political expert says
The defection rate, or those who don't vote along party lines, will be "much lower" than in 2016, political science professor Larry Sabato predicts.
FDA warns consumers of another possible toxin in hand sanitizers
Federal regulators have flagged nearly 150 varieties to avoid because products may contain 1-propanol or methanol.
Tropical Storm Josephine forms in Atlantic Ocean
Josephine is the earliest "J-named" storm in a record-setting hurricane season.
Trump announces peace agreement between Israel and UAE
The president called the agreement "historic."
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of using cluster warheads in deadly strikes
Feds charge powerful Virginia Democrat in alleged drug scheme
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