US & World Archives

Washington state was the first in the US to confront the coronavirus. Now it’s battling a resurgence

July 24, 2020 3:46 PM CNN

Robert Cordova knows the coronavirus is far from controlled in Washington state. Cordova, his brother, sister, grandmother and mother have all tested…

NBA players are dedicating their post-game interviews to Breonna Taylor

July 24, 2020 1:32 PM CNN

With the NBA season officially resuming on July 30, players such as LeBron James are using their platforms to dedicate their post-game interviews to…

Mars rovers of the past paved the way for NASA’s newest explorer Perseverance

July 24, 2020 1:30 PM CNN

When NASA’s newest rover Perseverance lands on Mars in February 2021, it will become the fifth rover sent by the agency to the red planet.…

University of Kentucky faculty members call for renaming stadium, campus buildings

July 24, 2020 12:59 PM CNN

Some University of Kentucky faculty members are calling for the renaming of all campus buildings that memorialize “enslavers, Confederate…

This one letter in a textbook could change how millions of kids learn about race

July 24, 2020 12:36 PM CNN

Albert Broussard’s intention to capitalize one letter in one word may impact millions of children around the US and how they learn about race.…

McDonald’s to require customers wear face masks at all restaurants

July 24, 2020 11:16 AM Jim Parker

NEW YORK, NY — McDonald’s will require all customers wear face coverings when entering their U.S. restaurants starting Aug. 1 to “protect the…

Ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen again leaves prison after judge rules reincarceration was retaliation for critical book

July 24, 2020 11:11 AM Associated Press

NEW YORK — President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer was released Friday after a judge ruled that he had been sent back to prison from…

America’s Covid response is flawed. But even the gold standard nations are seeing big outbreaks

July 24, 2020 9:09 AM CNN

The United States has been widely criticized for its approach to the coronavirus pandemic, and the lack of strict nationwide measures to contain the…

These American mercenaries were the heroes of China

July 24, 2020 8:50 AM CNN

Consider this job offer: A one-year contract to live and work in China, flying, repairing and making airplanes. Pay is as much as $13,700 a month…

These Black female soldiers brought order to chaos and delivered a blow against inequality

July 24, 2020 8:48 AM CNN

Only four women rest under the long rows of white marble headstones at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France, where nearly…

The three reasons Black Lives Matter marchers refuse to quit

July 24, 2020 8:11 AM CNN

Almost two months to the day since since George Floyd was killed and away from the media spotlight, protesters in cities across the country continue…

WHO chief slams Pompeo’s claims he was bought by China

July 24, 2020 8:02 AM CNN

The World Health Organization chief attacked US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s “unacceptable” claims that the Director-General…

California’s renewed indoor closures have some LA businesses worried they won’t survive

July 24, 2020 7:51 AM CNN

At the beginning of the pandemic, the owners of Guerrilla Tacos in Los Angeles felt optimistic. Like other businesses, they were told in March they…

Parents in a county with one of Georgia’s highest coronavirus rates are protesting to get children back in school

July 24, 2020 7:37 AM CNN

Coronavirus cases are surging in Gwinnett County, Georgia, where the numbers are among the highest in the state and also where parents and students…

Harry and Meghan sue over ‘intrusive’ pictures of son Archie

July 24, 2020 7:35 AM CNN

Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are suing over paparazzi photographs of their toddler son, Archie, their lawyer said in a…

How one couple has lived for 29 years on an island they built themselves

July 24, 2020 6:23 AM CNN

As stay-at-home orders due to the ongoing pandemic have forced many of us to learn to love solitude and become reacquainted with our homes, one…

AP poll: Nearly half of Americans whose families lost jobs during the pandemic believe the jobs will not return

July 24, 2020 6:00 AM Associated Press

WASHINGTON, DC — Nearly half of Americans whose families experienced a layoff during the coronavirus pandemic now believe those jobs are lost…

They lost their mom and dad to coronavirus — 15 days apart

July 24, 2020 5:37 AM CNN

Two young brothers from Houston said goodbye to their mother at the beginning of July, not knowing their father would also die 15 days later and for…

First chicken to ever cross the road was likely in Southeast Asia, scientists say

July 24, 2020 5:18 AM CNN

The first chicken to ever cross the road was likely in Southeast Asia, new research has revealed. Despite the prevalence of chickens — they…

Former assistant coach at Wake Forest University sentenced after punching man who later died

July 24, 2020 4:51 AM CNN

A former assistant coach for Wake Forest University’s men’s basketball team has been sentenced to probation and community service in New…

5 things to know for July 24: Coronavirus, RNC, police, China, ISIS

July 24, 2020 4:33 AM CNN

Our apologies! We told you about the Dolly Parton rooftop bar yesterday, but included the wrong link. Here’s the right one — trust us,…

Christopher Columbus statue taken down after Chicago mayor orders its removal

July 24, 2020 3:15 AM CNN

A statue of Christopher Columbus in Chicago’s Grant Park was taken down early Friday morning hours after mayor Lori Lightfoot ordered its…

China orders US consulate in Chengdu to cease operations in retaliation for Houston closure

July 24, 2020 3:03 AM CNN

China has ordered the closure of the United States consulate in Chengdu, days after Washington forced the Chinese consulate in Houston to cease…

Behrouz Boochani, former Manus Island detainee, granted asylum in New Zealand

July 24, 2020 1:01 AM CNN

An award-winning Kurdish-Iranian journalist who was detained for six years in an offshore Australian immigration center has been formally granted…

Dr. Fauci takes a break from fighting the pandemic to throw the first pitch of the MLB season

July 23, 2020 11:19 PM CNN

Dr. Anthony Fauci is many things, most notably the country’s top infectious disease expert and a highly trusted figure during the ongoing…

China orders US consulate in western city of Chengdu closed in response to closure of Chinese consulate in Houston

July 23, 2020 10:05 PM Associated Press

BEIJING, China — China ordered the United States on Friday to close its consulate in the western city of Chengdu, ratcheting up a diplomatic…

Baseball is making Black Lives Matter center stage on Opening Day

July 23, 2020 8:55 PM CNN

America’s pastime is sending a loud message as it begins its condensed season: Black lives matter. For decades, fans have claimed baseball…

Mike Tyson, 54, is returning to the ring to box again

July 23, 2020 8:51 PM CNN

Boxing legend Mike Tyson, 54, announced on Thursday that he will be climbing back into the ring for an exhibition bout against another all-time great…

Thailand protest movement puts country’s youth on collision course with military-backed establishment

July 23, 2020 8:46 PM CNN

Thailand’s student movement has reignited, as young people across the country defy threats from the military-backed government to take to the…

A Virginia high school named for Robert E. Lee will be renamed for Rep. John Lewis

July 23, 2020 8:40 PM CNN

A Virginia high school named for Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee will be renamed to honor the late US Rep. John Lewis, effective this fall, the local…