Keya Vakil is the deputy political editor at COURIER. He previously worked as a researcher in the film industry and dabbled in the political world.
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Should I Wear A Mask? Can I Leave My Home? We Answer Your Quarantine Questions.
The federal government’s lack of a cohesive response has forced states to adopt their own rules and create a patchwork system of “stay-at-home” orders and other public health measures.
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Bernie Sanders Drops Out Of Presidential Race
Benie Sanders ends presidential campaign after disappointing primary results, leaving Biden as likely Democratic nominee.
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Trump Reportedly Has ‘Financial Interest’ in Drug He Says Fights COVID-19
Ignoring medical experts and scientists, Trump has aggressively promoted hydroxychloroquine, while acknowledging that he isn’t a doctor and instead relies on “common sense.”
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Trump Doesn’t Think There’s A Medical Supply Shortage. These Hospitals Beg to Differ.
An internal government report released Monday contradicts President Trump’s assessment that hospital administrators are “thrilled to be where they are.”
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Trump Seems to Be Playing Politics with Medical Equipment. That’s Risking Lives.
Many states have pleaded with the Trump administration to send more medical supplies. Only Florida seems to have gotten the president’s attention.
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Supreme Court to Decide Fate of $8 Billion Pipeline That Could Devastate Black Communities
The $8 billion, 605-mile natural gas pipeline would transport natural gas from West Virginia to Virginia and North Carolina but has faced staunch opposition from environmental groups. Supporters promise it will bring economic development, jobs, and reduce energy costs for customers. Opponents say it will harm the environment, threaten important landmarks, and put already-vulnerable populations…
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Things to do in Virginia: 9/20 – 9/27
Fall is in full swing and there’s no shortage of fun things going on around the Commonwealth. Here’s what’s happening this week: Northern Virginia / D.C. Black Olive Blocktoberfest – Sept 20 from 5 PM to 8 PM – 18980 Upper Belmont Pl., Leesburg, VA 20176 Culpeper Fiesta – Sept 20 from 6 PM to…
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Virginian of the Week: Tanya Logan
Welcome to the latest edition of our Virginian of the Week series. This week, we interviewed Tanya Logan, a Springfield-based baker and business owner. Her work can be found on her website, Instagram, and Facebook. Tell us a little bit about yourself. Are you from Virginia originally? I am actually from North Carolina, but have lived most of my…
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Dogwood Dog of the Week: Lauren Elizabeth
It’s time for our latest edition of the Dogwood Dog of the Week. This week, we’re shining a spotlight on the incomparable Lauren Elizabeth over at the Richmond Animal League. Here’s what RAL had to say about Lauren Elizabeth: Lauren is so sweet and absolutely adores people. She’s a spunky 8-year-old pup full of life…
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This week in Virginia jobs news: September 13
Welcome to the second edition of our weekly round-up highlighting the latest in Virginia job news. From Roanoke to Reston, we spotlight the week in hires, layoffs, job postings and all other major employment news in the Commonwealth. Virginia Tech and the Carilion Clinic announced they are expanding their existing partnership on a medical school…
