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'Here we go again': GOP not the only ones questioning updated CDC masking guidance

People who got vaccinated so they could toss their masks are frustrated by the switch.
Image: People wear masks around Times Square, as cases of the infectious coronavirus Delta variant continue to rise in New York City, New York
Image: People wear masks around Times Square, as cases of the infectious coronavirus Delta variant continue to rise in New York City, New York
8h ago

Larry Nassar has spent thousands in prison but still owes victims nearly $58,000

Since February 2018, Nassar has had more than $12,000 deposited into his inmate account, but he still owes more than $60,000 in sentencing fees, records show.
Former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar appears at Ingham County Circuit Court on Nov. 22, 2017, in Lansing, Mich.
Former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar appears at Ingham County Circuit Court on Nov. 22, 2017, in Lansing, Mich.

Federal relief funds remain unspent with eviction moratorium set to end this week

Congress allocated $46 billion to help renters in need, but some people say they haven’t received any money. NBC News requested data from all 50 states, and of the 41 that responded, 26 states distributed less than 10 percent of the rent assistance money from their first federal allocation. 
Federal relief funds remain unspent with eviction moratorium set to end this week
Federal relief funds remain unspent with eviction moratorium set to end this week

Man gets life in prison for murder of woman who mistook his car for an Uber

In 2019, 21-year-old Samantha Josephson stepped into what she thought was her Uber ride. A jury convicted Nathaniel Rowland of kidnapping and murder in the case. Both Uber and Lyft responded to the verdict with condolences for the family and stressed continued efforts to secure rides. 
Man gets life in prison for murder of woman who mistook his car for an Uber
Man gets life in prison for murder of woman who mistook his car for an Uber

Coronavirus: confusion over masks amid changing guidelines

As Covid-19 cases continue to rise, the U.S. stands divided over changing mask guidelines. At least nine states have restrictions on mask mandates. 
Coronavirus: confusion over masks amid changing guidelines
Coronavirus: confusion over masks amid changing guidelines
12h ago

'Horrified,' 'shocked': Celebrities and activists slam rapper DaBaby's anti-gay comments

“This fuels stigma and discrimination and is the opposite of what our world needs to fight the AIDS epidemic," Elton John tweeted.
Image:  DaBaby performs during Rolling Loud in Miami Gardens on July 25, 2021.
Image:  DaBaby performs during Rolling Loud in Miami Gardens on July 25, 2021.
12h ago

New effort will help trans researchers update their names in published works

The current process for transgender researchers to do so in academic journals can be administratively and emotionally burdensome.
A scientist looks through a microscope.
A scientist looks through a microscope.

Tracking coronavirus case surges in the United States

New coronavirus cases are rising across the country. Not all upticks are the same.

Covid-19 cases are rising around the country. See where case counts are rising the most.

NBC News is following Covid-19 case numbers in states and territories in the United States. The data will be updated daily.

Pfizer says vaccine's power wanes over time. Are you still protected?

New research from Pfizer found a drop in protection after six months, although the vaccine remained highly effective against severe illness.
Covid Counts Hit Zero in U.S. Hospitals Once Overrun by Victims
Covid Counts Hit Zero in U.S. Hospitals Once Overrun by Victims
13h ago

Ex-New York senate candidate charged in Capitol riot asked friends to delete Jan. 6 videos

Daniel Christmann was taken into custody Wednesday on charges of disorderly conduct, entering a restricted building and demonstrating in a Capitol building.
Daniel Christmann at the U.S. Capitol
Daniel Christmann at the U.S. Capitol