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U. S. Economy Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Size with 6.5% Q2 Growth
The growth was fueled by vaccinations and government aid.
American Sunisa Lee Wins All-Around Gymnastics Gold
Simone Biles watched from the stands.
CDC Reverses Course on Indoor Masks in Some Parts of US
The CDC is also recommending masks in K-12 schools for the upcoming academic year.
Blue Origin’s Bezos Reaches Space on First Passenger Flight
The founder of Blue Origin as well as Amazon on Tuesday will become the second billionaire to ride his own rocket.
Capitol Rioter Who Breached Senate Gets 8 Months for Felony
A Florida man who breached the U.S. Senate chamber carrying a Trump campaign flag has received an eight-month prison term, the first resolution for a felony case in the Capitol insurrection.
Robert E. Lee Statue Removed in Charlottesville
Its threatened removal became a rallying point for white supremacists and inspired their violent 2017 rally that left a woman dead and dozens injured.
Start the Barty! Australian Wins Wimbledon for 2nd Major
Barty is the first Australian woman to win Wimbledon since Evonne Goolagong in 1980.
Review Prompted By Building Collapse Closes Miami Courthouse
The Miami-Dade County Courthouse will begin undergoing repairs immediately because of safety concerns found during a review prompted by the deadly collapse of a nearby condominium building, officials said.
Tragedy on Lake Bistineau; One Dead After Accident in Arcadia
A 20-year-old man was arrested in connection with this tragedy.
Pope Francis goes to Rome hospital for intestinal surgery
VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican says Pope Francis has gone to a Rome hospital for scheduled surgery for a stenosis, or restriction, of the large intestine.
The brief announcement Sunday afternoon didn’t say when the surgery would be performed but it said there would be an announcement when the surgery is complete. Just three...
Tropical Storm Elsa Nears Cuba Amid Fears of Flooding
Elsa already created havoc for Jamaica and Haiti.
Louisiana Lawmakers Carved Out New Ethics Code Exceptions
One bill allows an immediate family member of a local school board member or school superintendent to work as a school bus driver.
Capitol, Symbol of Democracy, Off-Limits on Independence Day
It's off-limits to most public visitors
Demolition Crews Move in at Condo Tower Amid Storm Fears
The confirmed death toll stands at 24, but 121 people are still unaccounted for.
U. S. Adds a Solid 850,000 Jobs as Economy Extends Its Gains
It's a sign that companies may be having an easier time finding enough workers to fill open jobs.
Senate President: Louisiana Veto Override Session Likely
Momentum is building for Louisiana lawmakers to hold an historic veto override session.
Louisiana Cap on Lobbying Spending Edges Up Again, to $65
The cap for how much Louisiana’s lobbyists can spend to wine and dine public officials is edging higher Thursday.
Louisiana High Court Censures One of Its Own
The court ruled that a conversation a longtime justice held with a political operative during a 2019 campaign for a seat on the court harmed public confidence in the judiciary.
House to Probe Capitol Riot — Over Republican Opposition
The House has launched a new investigation of the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection.
UPDATE: AP Sources: Trump Company, Executive Indicted in Tax Probe
Donald Trump’s company and his longtime finance chief have been indicted on charges stemming from a New York investigation into the former president's business dealings.