Disney and Walmart mandate vaccines for employees

Walmart is requiring all US-based corporate employees to be vaccinated by October 4.

Fla. Gov. DeSantis issues executive order allowing parents to reject masks for children

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed an executive order saying parents can decide whether their kids should wear masks in the classroom.

Florida coronavirus cases jump 50% as surge continues

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s coronavirus cases jumped 50% this week, the state Health Department reported Friday, continuing a six-week surge that has seen it responsible for 1 in 5 new infections nationally, becoming the outbreak's epicenter.

Biden administration sues Texas over Gov. Abbott's migrant transport order

The Biden administration is taking Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to court over an executive order he issued earlier this week targeting the transport of migrants recently released from US Customs and Border Protection custody.

Former officer charged in Capitol riot jailed after 'shopping spree' for dozens of firearms

A federal judge called his purchases "a remarkable shopping spree for high-powered assault weapons."

Pelosi removes mask in violation of Capitol Police guidance

Pelosi ditched her mask briefly while taking a photo with the newly minted Rep. Jake Ellzey, R-Texas, the day after Capitol Police were directed to arrest staffers and visitors who refused to wear masks on the House side of the Capitol.

Florida governor signs executive order to prevent mask mandates in schools

Covid-19 cases are rising and the White House is are preparing to enact Biden's decision to require federal employees to get vaccinated. Follow here for the latest news updates.

U.S. sues Texas over Abbott order restricting transportation of undocumented immigrants

Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, said the order is intended to protect Texans from the spread of Covid-19.

Jim Jordan clumsily adds new details to his Jan. 6 call with Trump

Did Jim Jordan talk to Trump on Jan. 6? The congressman, who's likely to be subpoenaed, seemed ill at ease answering the question.

Disney and Walmart mandate vaccines for employees

Walmart is requiring all US-based corporate employees to be vaccinated by October 4.

Bob Odenkirk says he had a small heart attack, will be back

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — “Better Call Saul” star Bob Odenkirk said Friday that he “had a small heart attack” but will “be back soon.” The 58-year-old actor took to Twitter to make his first public statement since collapsing on the show's Albuquerque, New Mexico, set on Tuesday.

'Unlawful And Dangerous' — DOJ Sues Gov. Abbott Over Migrant Transportation Restrictions

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday issued an executive order that restricts the transportation of detained migrants under the pretext of stopping the spread of COVID-19, something immigrant rights activists describe as unconstitutional and fascist.

Walmart says it will pay 100% of college tuition plus books for its employees

Walmart, the largest U.S. private employer, commits to invest nearly $1 billion over the next five years in career-driven training and development.

Federal judge berates riot suspect who refuses to wear mask: ‘When did you go to medical school?’

Daniel Goodwyn could go to jail for failing to comply with the requirement.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis bans school districts from requiring students to wear masks

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an executive order Friday banning local school districts from requiring students to wear masks.

Opinion | Anti-immigrant stunts won't end Texas' Covid surge

Abbot's new executive order isn't just ineffective — it's probably illegal.