Florida officials have imposed curfews in two counties. Americans are defying travel bans amid summer surge in cases. The latest news Saturday.
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Protesters clash with police in violent encounter at Chicago’s Columbus statue; 12 arrested, many injured
Hundreds of protesters attempting to topple the city’s Christopher Columbus statute faced off with dozens of Chicago police Friday evening.
Shootings are on the rise in several cities, and children are paying the price
Shootings on the rise amid the upheaval of a public health crisis and a movement for racial justice – and young children are caught in the crossfire.
ICE is offering a citizens academy in Chicago. Mayor, lawmakers say ‘vigilantes’ aren’t welcome
Activists and lawmakers are pushing back against Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to hold a six-week “citizens academy” in Chicago this fall.
San Diego police fatally shoot man who pointed BB gun at them
Seven police officers fatally shot at a man pointing a BB gun at them on a residential street Thursday in San Diego, according to police.
Top writer for Fox News host Tucker Carlson resigns amid allegations of racist, sexist posts
The top writer for Fox News host Tucker Carlson has resigned following reports that he posted racist, sexist comments on an online forum.
Coronavirus updates: More than 66K new cases; Walt Disney World reopens amid surge in Florida; Trump wears mask
Walt Disney World was expected to begin a phased reopening this weekend, nearly four months after the theme park shut down due to COVID-19.
‘Murder hornet’ mania: Hundreds of people think they’ve spotted the Asian giant hornet
Hundreds of people in Washington State have reported suspected “murder hornet” sightings in the months since the insect was first spotted in the U.S.
Cars have hit demonstrators 104 times since George Floyd protests began
Amid thousands of racial justice protests nationwide since George Floyd’s death, dozens of drivers have plowed into crowds marching in roadways.
‘We refuse to celebrate’: July 4th protesters say not all Americans are free
Protesters held marches, rallies and sit-ins in cities and towns across the nation on July 4th.