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Harris wants to give Americans $2,000 a month during pandemic

On taxes, health care and climate policy, Kamala Harris, Joe Biden’s pick for vice president, has staked out more-liberal positions.
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SNL fans desperately want Maya Rudolph to play Kamala Harris again

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Is Harris a liberal extremist or a snub to liberal extremists? The GOP can’t decide.

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Harris is the pick, but women of color remain underrepresented in government

The selection is historic, but it draws attention to the persistent underrepresentation of women in the highest positions of American government, especially women of color who must overcome both racism and sexism to succeed.

Tough questions, 11 finalists and many lawyers: How Biden made his decision

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Britain plunges into deep recession

Amid huge job losses, the British economy shrank by more than 20 percent in the second quarter, its steepest drop on record and the worst of any Group of Seven nation.

After losing a coach to coronavirus, Texas football team braces for a season of unknowns

In Texas, it appears for now that the season will go on. At Monsignor Kelly Catholic High School in Beaumont, a beloved coach's death has left some conflicted on how to play safely.

As Ga. school copes with photo controversy and virus cases, emotions run high at board meeting on in-person classes

‘This is no longer a debate’: Florida sheriff bans deputies, visitors from wearing masks

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Kamala Harris isn’t the first Black woman to run for VP. Meet Charlotta Bass.

In 1952, the newspaper publisher and activist joined a long-shot bid by the Progressive Party, paving the way for politicians like Harris.
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The U.S. federal deficit fell dramatically from June to July, mainly because of taxes that had been delayed earlier this year because of the pandemic.

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Omar vanquishes primary challenger in latest victory for liberals

The victory by the Minnesota Democrat put to bed weeks of speculation that her career on Capitol Hill could be cut short by an opponent who argued that Ilhan Omar was more interested in fame than representing her district.
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Republicans risk legitimizing QAnon now

The baseless conspiracy theory alleges that there is a secret group of elites working to get President Trump out of office and that Trump will help reveal those pedophilia and Satan-worshiping elites before they can destroy the country.

Harris and Biden once were at odds on criminal justice issues. Finding common ground helped lead him to pick her as his running mate.

Criminal justice reform is considered an urgent task amid the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement.

German students return to crowded classrooms with cautious optimism

Fears of new spikes in infections have loomed over Europe’s debate over how and when to reopen schools.

Protesters paralyze Bolivia over election delays, threaten escalation

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Beirut urgently needs aid. But residents fear the state’s involvement will make matters worse.

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A derecho devastated crops in Iowa. Satellite imagery shows the extent of the damage.

More than 10 million acres, or 43 percent, of the state’s corn and soybean crop suffered damage from the storms on Monday that brought winds exceeding 100 mph at times.

Quoting ‘To Kill a Mockingbird,’ judge strikes down Trump administration rollback of historic law protecting birds

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Aviation firms double-dipped into federal pandemic payroll aid

At least 202 companies took advantage of an industry specific program, as well as one meant to prop up small businesses, to secure about $1 billion in assistance.
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The outdoor-gear retailer is abandoning its headquarters even before employees move in. It had planned to occupy the space starting this summer.

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A coronavirus testing location in Leonardtown, Md. (AFP/Getty Images)

Maryland’s average daily caseload drops to lowest level in weeks

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Maryland abandons cash tolls

The state stopped accepting cash payments at toll facilities during the covid-19 emergency. The temporary all-electronic tolling will be made permanent.
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An Air Force helicopter took ground fire over Virginia, injuring a crew member

The helicopter was flying at about 1,000 feet near Shenandoah National Park on Monday when the incident occurred.

Top Montgomery County aide resigns after being cited for ethics violations

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The D.C. elections board said the form has a “design flaw” and is encouraging voters to disregard an instruction to tear it in half.
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This no-bake coconut cream pie plays it cool with a chocolate cookie crust

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