Public health experts say it’s too soon to say, definitively, what’s driving declines, but they suspect a post-holiday drop in traveling and indoor gatherings, widespread mask wearing and the vaccine rollout have all contributed.
Carol Semple
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Minneapolis to pay $27 million to settle George Floyd family lawsuit
Settlement of the civil case is announced as jury selection continues in the murder trial of former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin.
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Sens. Schumer, Gillibrand join calls for Cuomo to resign
Facing a wave of sexual harassment allegations, the embattled New York governor insists he will not step down.
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Plan for salmon farms near Acadia National Park meets some resistance
A Norwegian investor has filed an application to operate two 60-acre salmon farms in Frenchman Bay.
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Sen. Collins is sole Republican to vote to advance Biden’s health secretary pick
Xavier Becerra now serves as California’s attorney general and previously represented the Los Angeles area for more than 20 years in the U.S. House.
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In address to nation, Biden calls for states to make all adults eligible for vaccine by May 1
The president’s prime-time speech follows his signing of the $1.9 trillion relief package that he says will help the U.S. defeat the coronavirus and nurse the economy back to health.
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Supreme Court calls off arguments over Medicaid work requirements, in light of Biden changes
It’s the 5th time since the November presidential election that the change in administrations has led the court to dismiss or delay cases it had already agreed to hear.
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Resignation demands grow as police get Cuomo groping report
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has faced multiple allegations that he made the workplace an uncomfortable place for young women with sexually suggestive remarks and behavior, including unwanted touching and a kiss.
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Police were maced, trampled at Jan. 6 riot, new documents show
Hundreds of emails, texts, photos and documents obtained by the Associated Press show how a patchwork of law enforcement agencies from all directions tried to support Washington as protesters poured into town.
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Nursing home residents can have hugs again, federal health officials say
While hugs are OK again for residents who have completed their vaccination, precautions such as wearing masks and using hand sanitizer remain as a counterbalance to risk. Maine is now considering the new federal guidance.