“The case from yesterday is obviously giving the CDC a lot to consider in terms of revising those protocols so that more individuals will be tested with symptoms that might be identified as common pneumonia without a clear source,” Dr. Mark Ghaly, secretary of California’s Health and Human Services Agency, said during a Thursday news conference. “We are in conversation with the CDC about ensuring that that fits the need for California so that physicians and clinicians who ask for the test will more easily be able to send it.” … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: CDC issues new rules on who can be tested after Bay Area case
Yang: ‘Multiple campaigns have reached out’ about his potential support
"I am very enthusiastic about having the democratic process play out and to decide who the nominee is," he continued. "But also, if someone decides to support the ideas that were central to my campaign, that would go a long way towards making me consider an endorsement." … [Read more...] about Yang: ‘Multiple campaigns have reached out’ about his potential support
Probe of alleged 2018 attempt to hack Georgia voter-registration system turned over to state AG
The voter took his concerns to the Georgia Democratic Party's voter protection hotline to alert authorities, according to his lawyer, David Cross. At the time, Cross told CNN that the voter was not affiliated with any political party and did not want to speak to any media. He also said the voter has some software background but is not a hacker. … [Read more...] about Probe of alleged 2018 attempt to hack Georgia voter-registration system turned over to state AG
Chicago Tribune shakeup rankles newsroom staffers
The Chicago Tribune newsroom is no stranger to turmoil. Distrust of management at Tribune prompted staffers to unionize two years ago. When Alden Global Capital recently became became Tribune Publishing's largest shareholder, the move created unease due to its reputation of cutting jobs to create short-term profits. Tribune Publishing also owns the Baltimore Sun, the Capital Gazette, the Hartford Courant and the New York Daily News among others. Tribune Publishing offered buyouts last month to employees who have worked for eight or more years. Earlier this month, Tribune CEO Tim Knight stepped down after just 12 months on the job. … [Read more...] about Chicago Tribune shakeup rankles newsroom staffers
Babysitter accused of shooting nephew while taking selfie
This photo provided by the Harris County Sheriff's department shows Caitlyn Smith. The Houston-area teen was in jail Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, after she was accused of accidentally shooting her 10-year-old nephew after making a selfie video of herself with a gun for her Instagram account. Smith, 19, was being held in the Harris County Jail charged with felony injury to a child. Bond has been set at $20,000. (Harris County Sheriff's Department via AP) less … [Read more...] about Babysitter accused of shooting nephew while taking selfie
