Independence Day returns to near normal in Washington
Thousands gathered in Washington for a largely normal Fourth of July with lifted virus restrictions and dwindling cases. Vendors hailed the return of crowds while Barracks Row enjoyed festive parades and chalked wishes as fireworks neared amid a calmer security landscape. In Ocean City a fireworks mishap caused minor injuries and smoke.
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Corporations resume donations to PACs tied to Jan 6 objectors
A six month review finds major firms that pledged to avoid funding lawmakers who objected to certifying Joe Biden’s victory have largely resumed contributions through allied PACs. Walmart gave 60,000 to Republican committees. GE gave 30,000 each to House and Senate GOP groups. Pfizer resumed 20,000 to the Senate group after suspending for six months.
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Fireworks blast devastates South L.A. neighborhood
A massive explosion of illegal fireworks damaged homes in South Los Angeles injuring 17 neighbors and forcing evacuation of more than 20 houses. Authorities say a LAPD bomb squad’s detonation failed, scattering debris across blocks while federal agents arrest Arturo Ceja III for illegal transport of explosives and a large stash of fireworks.
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Explosives Demolish Remaining Surfside Condo Section
Crews detonated charges Sunday to topple the damaged upper portion of the Surfside condo, enabling access to rubble as rescues resume. The blast sent dust high, with demolition aiming to reveal voids that might hide survivors. The move came after days of shifting debris raised risk to workers and stalled searches. Mayor Daniella Levine Cava urged progress as 24 bodies were recovered and 121 remain missing amid approaching Tropical Storm Elsa.
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GOP Governors Urge Vaccination Amid Delta Variant Rise
Republican governors led by Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson urged residents to accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations as delta-driven case rises appear in low-coverage areas. They cited polls showing stark partisan gaps with 86 percent of Democrats vaccinated vs 45 percent of Republicans. The White House remains hopeful of reaching a 70 percent milestone.
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