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COVID mask mandates are ending, but should you keep wearing one? What experts say

COVID-19 mask mandates are ending across the U.S., and while many may take that as a sign that it’s time to quit covering up, experts say there’s a lot to consider before going barefaced in public.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 14, 2022

New monoclonal antibody drug for COVID-19 authorized, FDA says. It works against omicron

A new monoclonal antibody drug has proved to be effective against the coronavirus omicron variant and omicron subvariant, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 12, 2022

In race with Rubio, Demings plays up ‘Chief’ background and pushes for police funding

WASHINGTON — As U.S. Rep. Val Demings introduces herself to voters across the state of Florida, she’s making the conscious choice to use her old title rather than her current one.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 12, 2022

China’s role in American politics has shifted since 2008 Olympics in Beijing

WASHINGTON — The last time China hosted an Olympic Games, in 2008, the Asian powerhouse held a relatively minor role in American politics, mentioned during debates about outsourcing jobs and little else.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 9, 2022

‘Secret button’ on iPhones a big hit after going viral on TikTok. What to know

A TikTok user showed 1 million viewers how to use the feature that’s been around since 2020.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 9, 2022

Inflation is hurting all Americans — but experts say Latinos are ‘feeling it the most’

WASHINGTON — The price of meat and gasoline is rising, and for Antonio Hernandez, owner of Tacos El Tony, the cost to run his business is taking a bite out of his personal savings.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 9, 2022

Michelle Childs’ backers urge Biden to consider judge’s non-Ivy League credentials

A pair of influential South Carolina lawmakers who want the president to elevate Michelle Childs to the Supreme Court are pressing Joe Biden to send a message with the pick that the federal bench is attainable for Americans who did not attend a set of elite colleges.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 9, 2022

Biden-aligned group readies defense of Supreme Court nominee, whomever she may be

WASHINGTON — A well-funded outside group with close ties to President Joe Biden’s administration is preparing to launch an effort defending the president’s forthcoming pick to serve on the Supreme Court, a spokesperson for the group says.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 7, 2022

Clyburn counts the votes, sees Biden needing GOP support for Supreme Court nominee

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden’s nominee to the Supreme Court will need Republican support to receive Senate confirmation, a leading Democratic lawmaker said Friday.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 4, 2022

Medicare to cover costs of at-home COVID tests this spring. Here’s what to know

Millions of Americans enrolled in Medicare will soon have access to free at-home COVID-19 tests this spring.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Feb 4, 2022