The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people who have been potentially exposed to the coronavirus should wear a mask inside their homes to protect their families. Adriana Diaz has details. Source
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Santa adjusts to new normal during COVID
Santa is doing thousands of virtual visits during the holiday season. Source
Doctors and nurses demand governors do more to slow spread of COVID-19
Health care workers in several states are demanding that officials do more to slow the spread of the coronavirus, including shutting down indoor dining and gyms. Nikki Battiste reports. Source
Those holiday returns come with a massive environmental footprint
Americans are spending record amounts of money online — also expect record amounts in landfills soon. Source
Judge orders restoration of DACA, opens program to new applicants
One million undocumented immigrant teens and young adults who qualify for DACA on paper could apply for the Obama-era protections from deportation following the court order. Source
Minnesota officials credit National Guard for COVID-19 help
Officials highlighted the ways the state is working with the National Guard to protect residents of long-term care facilities, a demographic that has been hit hardest by the pandemic. Source
Biden says Inauguration Day events may look different due to pandemic
At a news conference Friday, President-elect Joe Biden said he will listen to scientists and adjust plans for his Inauguration to help keep people safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic. He said virtual events may be held around the country so people can celebrate and participate. Watch his remarks. Source
High school football player who attacked referee charged with assault
Emmanuel Duron is facing the misdemeanor charge after a video showed him body-slamming a referee. Source
Dr. Anthony Fauci on “The Takeout” – 12/4/20
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, joins Major for a conversation about U.K.’s approval of COVID-19 vaccines, a vaccine distribution plan for the U.S. and the incoming Biden administration on this week’s episode of “The Takeout with Major Garrett.” Source
Biden says he’s “confident” in a bipartisan deal on economic stimulus
At a press conference Friday, President-elect Joe Biden spoke about negotiations on another round of coronavirus economic relief and said he’s confident that a deal can be reached. Watch his remarks. Source