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Arizona lawmakers vote to restrict transgender athletes, surgeries

By Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press

The bill already passed in the state Senate and with Thursday's vote, Arizona appears poised to join a growing list of Republican-controlled states trying to restrict transgender rights.

Racism undermines the health of Black Americans. This physician-economist is looking for solutions

By Laura Santhanam

Racism continues to exact a major toll on Americans and the U.S. as a society, especially within Black and brown communities. Physician-economist Dr. Marcella Alsan's research has been recognized with a MacArthur Foundation genius grant for her work in exploring…

Federal judge sides with 12 disabled kids seeking masks in schools

By Sarah Rankin, Associated Press

A federal judge says 12 Virginia schoolchildren who are particularly vulnerable to getting sick from COVID-19 can seek a "reasonable accommodation" such as requiring their classmates to wear masks.

What’s driving the dramatic rise in alcohol-related deaths during the pandemic?

By William Brangham, Karina Cuevas

During the first year of the pandemic, alcohol-related deaths increased dramatically by 25 percent, according to a new study. In 2020, deaths jumped from about 79,000 a year to 99,000, with the spike seen across all drinking-age groups. Katherine Keyes,…

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Are COVID vaccines for little kids coming soon? Here’s what to know

By Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press

Early study results released Wednesday by Moderna suggest the two small doses work in tots younger than 6.

DeSantis weighs in on college swim competition, signing proclamation denouncing trans athlete

By Associated Press

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is jumping into the conversation about a transgender swimmer who won a collegiate title by declaring the runner-up as the real winner.

California governor signs law that makes abortions cheaper

By Adam Beam, Associated Press

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new law to make abortions cheaper for people on private insurance plans.

WATCH: White House COVID task force holds news briefing

By Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press

The White House COVID task force held a news briefing on March 23. This comes the same day that Moderna said it's COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Moderna says low-dose COVID shots for kids under 6 are safe and effective

By Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press

The pharmaceutical company said in the coming weeks it would ask regulators in the U.S. and Europe to authorize two small-dose shots for youngsters under 6.

Hillary Clinton tests positive for COVID

By Associated Press

The former Democratic presidential candidate said Tuesday on social media she was "feeling fine" and that former President Bill Clinton had tested negative and is quarantining until their household was fully cleared.