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Published
August 8, 2020

Commentary: By increasing federal support for Medicaid, Senate can save hospitals, lives

Voting for this policy will reveal that our lawmakers value compassion, justice and the human right of access to health care.
Published
August 8, 2020

Maine Voices: Portland Public Library committed to welcoming you back safely

We’re offering a popular no-contact pickup service, we’re seeking submissions for a COVID archive and we’ll soon eliminate overdue fines.
Published
August 8, 2020

Another View: U.S. needs an airplane mask mandate

People who go barefaced in crowded cabins endanger everyone on board.
Published
August 7, 2020

Maine teachers unions worry about safety as school plans progress

With just weeks to go until the start of school, teachers say a lot of questions remain unanswered.
Published
August 7, 2020

Ohio governor’s COVID-19 results show tests’ imperfections

Mike DeWine tested positive using a rapid test Thursday, before testing negative later in the day using a more sensitive laboratory-developed test.

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Published
August 7, 2020

Cuomo clears New York schools statewide to open, carefully

The governor says he will allow children to return to classrooms for the start of the new school year, citing the state’s success in battling the coronavirus pandemic.
Published
August 7, 2020

New reports show racial disparities in kids with COVID-19

Hispanic children were hospitalized at a rate eight times higher than white kids, and Black children were hospitalized at a rate five times higher.
Published
August 7, 2020

Maine leaders urge Congress to end gridlock on COVID-19 relief package

Maine progressive leaders and Democratic lawmakers held a virtual news conference Friday to stress the need for another infusion of federal funds.
Published
August 7, 2020

U.S. Open protocols provide no guidelines for calling it off in event of a virus outbreak

Players who test positive will be withdrawn from the tournament, but there is no threshold established for calling off the tournament.
Published
August 7, 2020

Georgia school reverses suspension of teen who shared viral photo of hallway packed with students

Hannah Watters, 15, was one of at least two North Paulding High School students who were suspended earlier in the week.