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Pandemics and gun violence are real life, not ‘theater’

Perhaps Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky needs a refresher course on the meaning of the word “theater.” His GOP colleague Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas could listen in. The former recently initiated a verbal brawl with Dr. Anthony Fauci, the infectious disease specialist who has been providing information and advice to guide Americans dealing, along with the rest of the world, with a deadly pandemic. The latter […]

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Local News Roundup: Vaccine Eligibility Increases But Finding Appointments A Challenge; Atlanta Killings Reaction; Arrests In Capitol Riot

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This week, more people are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, and more appointments are being made available throughout the county to help people get their first dose of the vaccine. We’ll talk about who is eligible. Once you’re eligible for the vaccine, some finesse and persistence may still be required to find a place to get vaccinated. We’ll talk about some

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Mary C. Curtis: Biden Hits Road to Promote COVID Relief Plan

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CHARLOTTE, NC — This week President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are touring the country to highlight their $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan as $1,400 dollar direct payments begin hitting bank accounts. Some Republicans approve of parts of the bill that will benefit constituents, though they voted against it because they say it is too

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POLITICAL WRAP: NY Governor Cuomo Under Fire Over Sexual Harassment Allegations; Nursing Home Deaths

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is facing multiple allegations of sexual harassment and unwanted advances. Cuomo says he isn’t going anywhere, even as New York’s two Senators and a majority of the state’s democratic congressional delegation call on him to resign. The Governor is also in hot water for allegedly under reporting COVID 19 deaths in

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What the pandemic taught America about racial injustice

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It’s been one year since the global pandemic hit. Most Americans had no idea what was in store. The number of those impacted by COVID-19 is staggering. More than half a million American lives have been lost to the virus. And for people of color, the negative impact on their lives has been disproportionate — lost jobs,

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Mary C. Curtis: What’s Included in the COVID Relief Bill

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CHARLOTTE, NC — Congress is on the verge of passing the one point nine trillion dollar COVID-19 relief bill. The historic legislation proposes to give relief to millions of Americans affected during the year long pandemic. So what’s in the bill and how will it affect you? WCCB Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis breaks it all down.

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POLITICAL WRAP: COVID Relief Plan Passes Senate; Latest on Vaccine Distribution

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The U.S. Senate has passed the latest COVID relief bill. Next, it heads back to the House for approval, before it lands on President Biden’s desk. And the latest on COVID vaccination, as North and South Carolina enter new phases, while some states reopen without restrictions. Our political contributor, Mary C. Curtis, gives us her take in the

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