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AstraZeneca to seek US approval of COVID vaccine in 2nd half of year

AstraZeneca to seek US approval of COVID vaccine in 2nd half of year

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AstraZeneca to seek US approval of COVID vaccine in 2nd half of year

The U.K., European Union and World Health Organization have already authorized use of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

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Nation World

FDA allows automatic 'generic' swap for brand-name insulin

It's expected this change could save diabetics and health plans millions of dollars annually.
Crime

GBI findings 'do not support' criminal charges in case of Tamla Horsford, mother of 5 who died at adult sleepover

“The DA review determined the facts and investigative findings do not support pursuit and prosecution of criminal charges,” GBI director Nelly Miles wrote.
Nation World

Infrastructure deal: Senate votes to start work on $1T bill

The agreement only pushes the bipartisan infrastructure package toward consideration by the full Senate. It’s unclear if enough Republican senators will support it.

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Local News

Local News

Bragg Jam plans free Saturday night concert on Coleman Hill

The annual event was created in memory of brothers Tate and Brax Bragg. This year's version will look a bit different from previous years.
Local News

Stratford Academy student dies in hospital after being struck by lightning

His family says he died peacefully while listening to one of his favorite Allman Brothers songs

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VERIFY

VERIFY: No, drinking cold water when it's hot outside will not make you pass out

According to Dr. Robinson, people can pass out if they get overheated, and drinking cold water or cooling someone down with cold water is a remedy.
Coronavirus

Fact-checking misinformation after CDC updates mask guidance for COVID-19

The CDC continues to encourage Americans to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as the highly transmissible Delta variant spreads across the country.