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Tropical Storm Sally Forms Near Florida

Tropical Storm Sally formed near Florida on Saturday and is expected to grow stronger as it moves through the Gulf of Mexico.
Second Stimulus Checks: Is the Congressional Leadership Prioritizing Politics Over U.S. Economy?

Second Stimulus Checks: Is the Congressional Leadership Prioritizing Politics Over U.S. Economy?

Hopes for the second stimulus checks before the November 3 General Election are all but dashed as the Republicans and Democrats leaders are on a standoff in passing a second COVID-19 relief package.
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IRS Prepares To Send $1,200 Stimulus Checks Within One Week

The U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said that IRS is ready to send the $1,200 stimulus checks to over 160 million Americans and qualified individuals.
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Trump Gets Second Nobel Peace Prize Nomination Following Historic Deal

President Trump received another Nobel Peace Prize nod after he helped secure a historic deal between two European nations.

Trump Accords Medal of Honor to Delta Force Member Who Saved 75 Lives in Iraq

For personifying the motto "Rangers lead the way," President Donald Trump accorded the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration, to U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Thomas "Patrick" Payne.

Elderly Couple Dies Minutes Apart From COVID-19 While Holding Hands

A married couple for 48 years died within four minutes of each other, holding hands from COVID-19. A married couple for 48 years died within four minutes of each other, holding hands from COVID-19.
Air Pollution Contributes to Higher COVID-19 Deaths in Some U.S. States

Air Pollution Contributes to Higher COVID-19 Deaths in Some States

Air pollution could make COVID-19 deadlier to people who are constantly exposed to it, according to a new study from ProPublica and SUNY.
Naya Rivera Screamed for Help before Drowning Investigators Reveal

Naya Rivera Screamed for Help Before Drowning, Investigation Reveals

"Glee" star Naya Rivera yelled out for help before she accidentally drowned, according to an investigative report.
The New Stimulus Bill Could Fix These Problems If Lawmakers Agree

New Stimulus Bill Could Fix These Problems If Lawmakers Agree

These are the significant issues that Washington's been circling in the past weeks and how they could affect you.
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Top Republican Rolls Out New Bill Creating Payroll Tax Holiday

A top Republican representative introduced a legislation that would create a payroll tax holiday from September 1 until the end of this year.

Oregon Wildfire: Boy With Dog on His Lap Found Dead Inside Car

The Oregon wildfire has caused the death of a 13-year-old boy, who was found dead inside a car with his dog on his lap on Tuesday in Marion County.

Second Stimulus Check: Could Get You Up to $1,200 Based on Your Dependents

Hopes for a second stimulus check are dim, but if ever one will be approved, who counts as your dependent in taxes may get you more COVID-19 relief funds.

La Niña Arrives in the Pacific: What Can Be Its Effects on Hurricanes and Wildfires

La Niña conditions were observed to be forming in the Pacific Ocean last month. La Niña conditions were observed to be forming in the Pacific Ocean last month.

Newsom Signs Law Allowing Inmate Fire Crews to Become Professional Firefighters

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new bill on Friday, allowing inmate firefighters on the front lines to become professional firefighters after they are released from prison.
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New Ad Campaign Urges Minority Groups to Participate in COVID-19 Trials

A group formed by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease has created an ad campaign to urge Black and Latino people to get involved in COVID-19 vaccine trials.
 Dining in Restaurants Increases COVID-19 Risk

Dining in Restaurants Increases COVID-19 Risk

Dining in restaurants increases a person's risk of getting COVID-19, according to a new study conducted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Josh Bellamy: NFL Wide Receiver Accused of Misusing COVID-19 Relief Funds

Josh Bellamy: NFL Wide Receiver Accused of Misusing COVID-19 Relief Funds

Josh Bellamy, a wide receiver of the National Football League, is facing fraud charges after he allegedly participated in a scheme to deceptively acquire and misuse coronavirus relief funds.
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Airline Workers Call for Additional Federal Aid to Stop Furloughs

Airline workers such as flight attendants and pilots rallied on the Capitol Hill this week, asking lawmakers for $25 billion in additional federal aid to prevent further layoffs next month.
US Postal Service

US Postal Service to Investigate Mail Dumped in California Weeks Before Election

U.S. Postal Service is looking at recent incidents in California, which included bags of mail dumped in a parking lot and in a nearby alley for no reason.
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FEMA Adds More Weeks to $300 Weekly Unemployment Benefits

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced Thursday that the $300 weekly unemployment claims would be extended.
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