Mississippi to remove Confederate emblem-emblazoned state flag
In 2001, voters decided two to one in a ballot measure to keep the flag as is, many arguing it was a nod to their ancestors who fought for Mississippi in the Civil War.
U.S.
California orders bars in LA, other counties to close due to COVID surge
The order from the state's governor comes as the global death toll from the coronavirus surpassed 500,000 on Sunday night.
U.S. jets intercept Russian planes off Alaska for 6th time this month
NORAD posted video of the Russian reconnaissance aircraft, which were intercepted by F-22s.
Millions more U.S. homes at risk of flooding than FEMA thinks
An unprecedented analysis lets people look up their home's flood risk for the first time. It's not a pretty picture.
Starbucks and Beam Suntory pause advertising on social media
"We stand up for what's right, and we stand with all who are committed to the fight against hate speech, racism and prejudice," Beam Suntory said in a statement.
BET Awards reflect protests over racial injustice
Politics permeated performances and acceptance speeches. Chris Brown, Beyoncé and Roddy Ricch were the night's big winners, taking home two honors each.
Suspect in custody after man shot dead during protest in Kentucky
Tyler Charles Gerth, 27, of Louisville, died after being shot at Jefferson Square Park in downtown Louisville, authorities said.
NYC marks 50th anniversary of Pride amid pandemic
With the city's massive Pride parade canceled, the performances Sunday were virtual, the flags flew in emptier than normal spaces and the protesters were masked.
2 men caught with nearly $4,500 worth of illegal fireworks in NYC
A 28 and 30-year-old man were charged with unlawful dealing of fireworks and reckless endangerment.
Gottlieb expects COVID deaths to rise again amid "major epidemics"
Gottlieb said the coronavirus is likely to spread to more vulnerable communities, resulting in more deaths.
Tim Scott condemns "terrible" clip Trump shared showing man yelling "white power"
The tweet from President Trump has since been removed.
Inslee faults Trump for not pushing masks amid "critical" resurgence
"The fact is that Donald Trump is for masking up like George Wallace was for integration," Inslee said.
Transcript: Tim Scott on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Senator Tim Scott that aired Sunday, June 28, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired Sunday, June 28, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Jay Inslee on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Washington Governor Jay Inslee that aired Sunday, June 28, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Investigation
Classified material missing from Epstein files, documents suggest
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Midterm campaigns make final push as early voters hit the polls
No clear winner in Israeli election as polls suggest stalemate
At least 30 dead in high-speed train crash in Spain
Investigation
In Trump's pardon economy, victims lost out on $119M in restitution
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Qatari mediators hand Iran new proposal to end the war
Grand jury won't indict Cassidy Hutchinson over Jan. 6 testimony
Iran war has cost $47 billion, U.S. military says
