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(The Hill) President Trump will likely unveil guidelines this week geared toward allowing certain parts of the country to reopen their economies, National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow said Tuesday. Kudlow would not detail specifics of Trump's proposal, saying only that he expects "some very important announcements" in the next few days. "It’s a question of … [Read more...] about Trump to Share Guidelines on Reopening Economy This Week, Kudlow Says

(AP) The Kansas Supreme Court ruled Saturday that a Republican-dominated legislative panel exceeded its authority when it tried to overturn the Democratic governor’s executive order banning religious and funeral services of more than 10 people during the coronavirus pandemic. The decision letting Gov. Laura Kelly’s order stand came after the justices heard oral arguments one … [Read more...] about Kansas’ High Court Rules for Governor on Religious Services

(Relevant) While the full scope of the pandemic’s havoc will not be fully assessed for years, early data suggests that COVID-19 is cutting a particularly deadly swath through America’s black communities. Reports suggest that black Americans infected by COVID-19 are dying at a higher rate than the U.S. population at large, prompting outcries from elected officials and demands … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Is Taking an Extra Deadly Toll on America’s Black Communities

(Kentucky Today) The Ark Encounter has gone green in supporting Kentuckians to honor coronavirus victims. Public buildings, businesses, landmarks and homes have been lit green since Gov. Andy Beshear asked for that gesture early on during the coronavirus crisis. He started by lighting up the Governor’s Mansion and the State Capitol building. "Green is the color of … [Read more...] about Ark Encounter Goes Green for Kentucky Coronavirus Victims

(AP) With a startling 6.6 million people seeking jobless benefits last week, the United States has reached a grim landmark: More than one in 10 workers have lost their jobs in just the past three weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak. The figures collectively constitute the largest and fastest string of job losses in records dating to 1948. They paint a bleak picture of a … [Read more...] about Record 16.8 Million Have Sought U.S. Jobless Aid Since Virus