Edge: Students Sue University Over Vaccination Policy
Students at Indiana University have filed a federal lawsuit claiming the school is violating their rights and the state's passport law.
Biden Promotes Milestone Of 300M Vaccine Shots In 150 Days
President Joe Biden took a cautious victory lap Friday in his quest to bring the COVID-19 pandemic under control, announcing that 300 million vaccine shots have been administered in the 150 days since he took office.
Supreme Court Dismisses Challenge To Obama Health Law
The Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the Obama era health care law, preserving insurance coverage for millions of Americans.
US COVID-19 Deaths Hit 600,000, Equal To Yearly Cancer Toll
The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 topped 600,000 on Tuesday, even as the vaccination drive has drastically brought down daily cases and fatalities and allowed the country to emerge from the gloom and look forward to summer.
VP Harris In South Carolina To Push COVID Vaccination Drive
Vice President Kamala Harris visited South Carolina on Monday to kick off a nationwide push to vaccinate millions more Americans against the coronavirus as July 4 holiday celebrations loom.
Novavax: Large Study Finds COVID-19 Shot About 90% Effective
Vaccine maker Novavax said Monday its COVID-19 shot was highly effective against the disease and also protected against variants in a large study in the U.S. and Mexico, potentially offering the world yet another weapon against the virus at a time when developing countries are desperate for doses.
Governor Cooper Extends State Of Emergency In North Carolina Until July 30th
Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order on Friday extending North Carolina's COVID-19 state of emergency until July 30th.
VP Harris Making Southern Stops To Promote Vaccination
Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden administration’s top environmental official are making stops in several Southern states to promote an intensive White House coronavirus vaccination effort.
North Carolina Ban On Down Syndrome Abortions Goes To Governor
North Carolina senators approved a bill on Thursday to bar women from getting abortions on the basis of race, sex or a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.
Your Shot At A Million: Gov. Cooper Announces $4M Cash And College Tuition Drawings To Encourage COVID-19 Vaccinations
As part of North Carolina’s effort to encourage more North Carolinians to receive COVID-19 vaccines, Governor Roy Cooper announced $4 Million Summer Cash and College Tuition drawings to motivate those who have not yet been vaccinated — and thank those who have.
US Extends Expiration Dates For J&J COVID Vaccine By 6 Weeks
Johnson & Johnson said Thursday that U.S. regulators extended the expiration date on millions of doses of its COVID-19 vaccine by six weeks.
Feds Accuse Charlotte Woman Of Pushing Fake COVID-19 Cure
A Charlotte woman has been accused of peddling a fake COVID-19 cure during the height of the pandemic and continuing to offer it despite warnings to stop.
South Carolina Gov Ends COVID-19-Related State Of Emergency
Gov. Henry McMaster brought an end to South Carolina’s pandemic-related state of emergency on Monday, saying the coronavirus situation in the state had improved to the point that it was no longer needed.
Charlotte Hornets Foundation To Reach Goal Of Donating $250,000 For COVID Relief
The Charlotte Hornets Foundation has donated $230,000 so far in COVID-19 relief funds, with the foundation set to donate an additional $20,000 to meet its 2020 goal.
Healthy Headlines: Why Our Body Needs Water & How Much To Drink
Drinking water does more than just quench our thirst. It's essential to keeping our bodies functioning properly and feeling healthy but many people do not consume enough fluids each day.
Cooper Nearing Rollout Of Financial Perks For Vaccination
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said Wednesday that the state is nearing an announcement on further financial incentives to boost COVID-19 vaccine participation.
Local Labor Market Data Shows North Carolinians Are Still Having Trouble Finding Work Despite A Labor Shortage In The U.S.
According to the most recent data from the NC Justice Center, Mecklenburg county's employment level is 3.7% below pre-pandemic levels.
Mecklenburg Covid Metrics Steadily Decline As Employers Work To Safely Return Staff
Encouraging Covid news from Mecklenburg county leadership on Friday as key metrics continue to fall. As more and more businesses reopen, there is still some hesitancy among employees to get back into the buildings.
S.C. Health Officials Urge Parents To Get Kids Vaccinated For COVID-19 Before Summer Break
South Carolina health officials are urging parents to fight against COVID-19 by vaccinating their children, 12-years-old and up, before summer break begins.
Top South Carolina Democrat Wants $1M Vaccine Lottery Prize
One of South Carolina’s top Democratic lawmakers wants the state to use some of its COVID-19 relief money to offer $1 million prizes to people who get vaccinated for the disease, similar to a program in Ohio.
From The Roads To The Skies, Memorial Day Weekend Travel Is In Full Swing
Whether you're getting to your destination by car or by plane, officials say to expect it to be busy this Memorial Day weekend. According to AAA, nearly 2.5 million Americans are expected to fly; that's six times more than last year.
Moderna Says Its COVID-19 Shot Works In Kids As Young As 12
Moderna said Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12, a step that could put the shot on track to become the second option for that age group in the U.S.
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