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EPA begins soil cleanup at Hegewisch Little League field on Chicago's Far South Side
U.S. EPA - 6 Jul 2020 06:00
CHICAGO (July 6, 2020) - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), announced the start of a cleanup to remove soil contaminated with lead and arsenic at a site on Chicago's Far South Side. Known locally as t...
White woman faces charge after calling 911 on Black man in NYC
CBSNews - 6 Jul 2020 21:54
Christian Cooper was repeatedly identified by his race in Amy Cooper's call to police during the May 25 incident in New York City's Central Park.
Trump attacks NASCAR and its only Black driver Bubba Wallace
Al Jazeera English - 6 Jul 2020 18:25
Trump wrongly accused Wallace of perpetrating a 'hoax' in the wake of incident involving a noose in a garage stall.
'I Am Going to Physically Explode': Mom Rage in a Pandemic
The New York Times - 6 Jul 2020 11:00
Between coronavirus concerns, stay-at-home orders, financial instability and mounting civil unrest, it is no surprise that mothers are experiencing intensified anger.
Protecting the health and well-being of the young
OpEdNews - 6 Jul 2020 05:05
In lead up to the International Youth Day next month, this article is based upon insights from several people from different regions on issues challenging health and well-being of the youth, including comprehensive sexua...
Dalai Lama marks his 85th birthday with his first ever album release
CNN - 6 Jul 2020 14:09
The 14th Dalai Lama is marking his 85th birthday by releasing his first ever album.
Ghislaine Maxwell expected to appear in Manhattan this week for arraignment
New York Post - 6 Jul 2020 05:01
Ghislaine Maxwell is expected to be transferred early this week to the Southern District of New York for her upcoming court appearance, according to a new letter filed by federal prosecutors on Sunday night. Maxwell, 58,...
Presidential historian: Trump's handling of pandemic 'doesn't make sense to me'
Boston - 6 Jul 2020 22:28
Boston's Doris Kearns Goodwin also questioned the president's decision to hold an event at Mount Rushmore, a monument scorned by Native American groups.
Trump targets Bubba Wallace while criticizing NASCAR Confederate flag ban
CBSNews - 6 Jul 2020 21:54
Mr. Trump said in a tweet Monday that Wallace should apologize, though White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany did not say why when pressed by reporters.
Chile crosses 10,000 virus deaths as president announces aid package
IBTimes - 6 Jul 2020 04:44
President Sebastian Pinera announced $1.5 billion in soft loans aimed at cushioning the blow of the economic crisis on Chile's middle class.
Coronavirus threatens to overwhelm Texas hospitals: Live updates
Al Jazeera English - 6 Jul 2020 03:46
Officials in one of US states worst hit by resurgent virus say relentless rise in cases is pushing hospitals to brink.
Human remains identified as missing Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen
New York Post - 6 Jul 2020 03:05
Human remains found in a shallow Texas grave last week have been identified as missing Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen, a lawyer for her family said Sunday. The family was informed of the identification by Army officia...
NYC shootings tripled last week when compared to 2019 numbers
New York Post - 6 Jul 2020 17:44
Between Monday, June 29 and Sunday, July 5, the city saw 74 shooting incidents with 101 victims, the sources said. That's compared to 26 shootings with 33 victims during that time last year.
Coronavirus can float in air and WHO and CDC should tell people that, experts say
CNN - 6 Jul 2020 16:23
Imagine a noisy, crowded bar. Music is pounding, and people are clustered close together, talking loudly or even shouting to be heard. If it's cold out, doors and windows are shut tight and the heat is on, or if it's hot...
Prosecutors Seek Friday Court Appearance for Epstein's Associate Ghislaine Maxwell
Time - 6 Jul 2020 16:07
The British socialite was arrested Thursday at a New Hampshire estate
WATCH: 20 people hospitalized due to wildfires
ABC News - 6 Jul 2020 16:06
High temperatures across the country are fueling nearly 50 wildfires in the West.
Spain court approves extradition of Mexico's former oil chief
Al Jazeera English - 6 Jul 2020 16:06
Emilio Lozoya, who is wanted in Mexico on charges including bribery and money laundering, has agreed to be extradited.
35-year-old Lynn man identified as victim of July 4th shooting
Boston - 6 Jul 2020 16:03
Noe Hernandez was one of four shot on Saturday at a cookout in Lynn.
U.K. Announces $2 Billion Bailout to Help Keep the Arts Afloat
The New York Times - 6 Jul 2020 15:57
After a weekslong campaign, artists in Britain welcomed the move, which will provide support to recipients like "local basement" music venues and museums.
Border between Australia's most populous states closed
Al Jazeera English - 6 Jul 2020 15:54
Border between New South Wales and Victoria shut down indefinitely as COVID-19 cases soar.
Deadly floods, landslides wreak havoc in southern Japan
Al Jazeera English - 6 Jul 2020 15:43
For Japan, it is the worst natural disaster since a typhoon stuck last October.
Officials: Aurora child dies after she was attacked by dog
Chicago Tribune - 6 Jul 2020 22:08
A 1-year-old Aurora girl was killed by a dog over the weekend in Joliet, officials said.