Washington retiring Redskins name and logo, team says
The Washington Redskins will officially retire the team's name and logo, according to a statement by the team.
Military to take over Houston hospital wing in fight against COVID-19
Houston Health Authority Dr. David Persse said the military medical personnel, called the U.S. Army Urban Augmentation Medical Task Force, will be taking over an unused hospital wing at UMMC to help in the fight against coronavirus.
Brooklyn Center man is fighting for his wife’s life after she gives birth on ventilator, battling COVID-19
Juan Duran’s wife, Aurora, has been on a ventilator at North Memorial Hospital since June 19. Since then, her baby was delivered via emergency C-section. Now Juan is fighting to get her a treatment she needs that could be the last resort to save her life.
Ventura County officials 'confident' body found in Lake Piru is that of Naya Rivera
On the sixth day of the search for Naya Rivera, recovery teams discovered a body on the northeastern portion of Lake Piru Monday morning that officials say is the former "Glee" actress.
Ohio man dies of COVID-19 after sharing anti-mask posts on social media, slamming virus ‘hype’
An Ohio man who shared anti-mask posts on social media contracted the virus and reportedly died three days later.
US grapples with COVID-19 pandemic as WHO warns 'no return to normal'
The United States is grappling with the worst coronavirus outbreak in the world, as Florida shattered the national record for a state’s largest single-day increase in new confirmed cases with a reported 15,299.
Gov. Newsom calls for immediate re-closure of additional businesses in most of California
Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a new statewide Stay-at-Home order on Monday and also called for the immediate closure of indoor operations at additional businesses for counties on California's watch list including fitness centers, places of worship, hair salons and barbershops. This impacts 80% of California's population.
Judge blocks federal executions; administration appeals
A U.S. district judge on Monday ordered a new delay in federal executions, hours before the first lethal injection was scheduled to be carried out at a federal prison in Indiana.
Newsom: All California counties must shutter certain indoor activities
In addition, Gov. Newsom said that the 30 counties on the state's monitoring list must also close fitness centers, worship, personal care services, hair salons and malls.
Judge permanently blocks Georgia's 'heartbeat' abortion law
A federal judge has permanently blocked Georgia’s 2019 “heartbeat” abortion law, finding that it violates the U.S. Constitution.
NY gov. warns visitors from 'highest-risk' coronavirus states to fill out paperwork or face $2,000 fine
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is now warning out-of-state travelers they could face up to $2,000 in fines if they leave its airports without handing over their contact information upon arrival.
Woman finds dozens of snakes in apartment after building renovations
The snakes started appearing in early June when crews removed balconies at the complex and left a hole leading into her residence.
Disney World offering mask-free 'relaxation zones'
Walt Disney World has reportedly opened several designated spaces throughout its theme parks where visitors can remove required facial coverings.
Constable's office: Woman drove away after hitting girl riding bicycle
Authorities say surveillance video shows the driver attempt to make an abrupt stop when she saw girl, but did in fact strike the bicycle, causing the victim to be thrown off.
Red paint splattered over Black Lives Matter mural outside Trump Tower
The NYPD is investigating what appears to be vandalism of the Black Lives Matter mural painted last week outside Trump Tower.
The number of Coronavirus COVID-19 cases, deaths, recoveries in greater Houston area
Here is a county-by-county list of reported cases, deaths, and recoveries in the greater Houston area.
Vintage Super Mario Bros. game sells at auction for record-breaking $114,000
A vintage Super Mario Bros. game sold for $114,000 at a Dallas-based auction, shattering previous bid records for a video game.
UT Austin announces plans to create a diverse and welcoming campus
Officials say the plan came about after widespread discussion with students, alumni, and community members and it will focus on two broad areas.
Texas Supreme Court refuses to order Houston to host Texas GOP convention
The Texas Supreme Court dismissed an appeal of a state district judge’s denial of a temporary restraining order sought by the state Republican Party.
Application opens for $30 million Harris County Small Business Relief Fund
The application process for the $30 million Harris County Small Businesses Fund grant program opened Monday morning and will remain open until 3:30 p.m. July 24.