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Virginia sees uptick in families delaying kindergarten

Delaying kindergarten enrollment is an annual occurrence in the state. And it’s normally sought out by families who are white, affluent and have sons.… Continue Reading

Estimated 17.1 million watched royals interview

Nielsen said it had the largest audience for any prime-time entertainment special so far this television season.… Continue Reading

Jury selection on pause for ex-cop charged in Floyd’s death

The judge paused jury selection for at least a day while an appeal proceeds over the possible reinstatement of a third-degree murder charge.… Continue Reading

Biden order could change how colleges handle sex misconduct

Biden directed the Department of Education to review policies implemented by Donald Trump’s administration, including changes to Title IX regulations that prohibit sex discrimination in federally-funded institutions.… Continue Reading

GOP Sen. Roy Blunt of Missouri won’t seek reelection in 2022

Blunt, who turned 71 in January, was widely expected to seek a third term in 2022… Continue Reading

Fully-vaccinated people can gather without masks, CDC says

NEW YORK (AP) — Fully-vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing, according to long-awaited guidance from federal health officials. The recommendations also say that vaccinated people can come together in the same way with people considered at low-risk for severe disease, such as in the case…… Continue Reading