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The Virus is Not a Hoax: Texas Man Dies After Attending COVID-19 Party

Similar parties were held in Alabama and Kentucky where attendees reportedly put money in a pot that was awarded to the first partygoer to be infected by the virus.

Fire Damages Most of 249-Year-Old San Gabriel Mission California Church

Southern California was met by an early morning Saturday fire that caused heavy damage to the nearly 250-year-old San Gabriel Mission church, a historic landmark dating to the late 1700s.

California to Give 8,000 Inmates Early Release Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

California officials on Friday said 8,000 more inmates would be released early from the state prison to avoid the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) among both inmates and prison staff.

L.A. Coronavirus Cases Continue to Rise

The number of cases, hospitalizations, and death rates continue to worsen since the start of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, a health official of the Los Angeles County said.

Utah Governor Declares State of Emergency Over Tense Demonstrations

Utah Governor Gary Herbert has declared a state of emergency in response to tense protests in Salt Lake City.
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Mexico's Lopez Obrador Says Trump Has 'Completely Changed' Attitude Towards Mexicans

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Thursday said U.S. President Donald Trump had drastically changed his attitude towards the Mexicans.

Coronavirus Pandemic: Has a Trip to Grocery Store Become a Thing of the Past?

Nearly seven in 10 Americans think the normal grocery story run will be a thing of the past because of the coronavirus pandemic, a new research said.
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Independent Autopsy Shows Latino Teen Shot 5 Times in the Back by Sheriff's Deputy

An independent autopsy requested by the family of Latino teen Andres Guardado revealed that he was shot five times in the back.

FDA Mulls Menthol Cigarettes Ban to Lower Smoking Rates

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is planning to ban menthol cigarettes in hopes to lower smoking rates.

#Goyaway: Calls to Boycott Goya Foods After the Hispanic Owner Praises Trump

Democrats and some consumers are calling to boycott Goya Foods products after the Hispanic owner and chief executive officer (CEO) praised U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday.
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Satanic Temple May File Lawsuit if Mississippi Puts 'In God We Trust' on New Flag

The group claims the state should also include a reference to Satan in the new flag to avoid exclusion.

Downtown Disney Reopening Met With Long Lines Despite Health Concerns

Long lines spilled outside Anaheim's Downtown Disney reopening Thursday way before businesses even opened.
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Possible Contagion: White House Reporter Tests Positive for COVID-19

A member of the White House Correspondents' Association who attended the briefings this week tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Trump Signs Historic Executive Order Expanding Educational and Economical Opportunities for Hispanic Americans

The executive order aims to improve access to trade schools, civic education, and personalized learning for Hispanic Americans.

California to Become First State to Sue Trump Admin over Foreign Student Visa Policy

California officials on Thursday said they intend to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration over guidelines announced this week that put restrictions on visas of foreign students from staying in the United States.
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Trump Campaign Official to Biden: 'Rooting Against Americans'

Trump campaign communications director Tim Murtaugh has told Democratic presidential nominee Biden that he is "rooting against Americans and their prosperity" on Thursday.
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Minnesota Tornado Kills 1, Multiple Farmsteads Damaged

Multiple farmsteads are damaged, one was killed, and two were injured after a large tornado touched down in northwest Minnesota on Wednesday.

Former 'Glee' Star Naya Rivera Missing, Presumed Dead After Swimming in SoCal Lake

Former 'Glee' Star Naya Rivera famously played co-captain to the William McKinley High's cheerleading squad, the Cheerios.

Trump Warmly Welcomes Mexican President For Historic Signing of Trade Agreements

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador's meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump could help improve the Mexico's investments community and break corrupt unions.
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Florida Man and Sons Selling COVID-19 'Cure' Now Faces Federal Charges

A family in Florida is now facing federal charges after allegedly selling COVID-19 cure called "Miracle Mineral Solution."