Newsy's Latest Headlines

Johanna Grenway provides updates on the COVID-19 situation in the US, highlighting over 5 million cases and more than 162,000 deaths. President Trump has signed an executive order for relief aid, facing opposition from Congress. A shooting in Washington DC resulted in one death and multiple injuries. Major League Soccer will resume its season with safety protocols in place. Newsy has been nominated for an Emmy for its series with Bellingcat on open-source investigations.

What fraction of the global COVID-19 cases does the US account for according to the report?

• 1/2

• 1/3

• 1/4

• 1/5

What action did President Trump take in response to the pandemic?

• Announced a vaccine mandate

• Imposed a nationwide lockdown

• Signed an executive order for relief aid

• Declared a national emergency

What was the outcome of the shooting incident in Washington DC?

• The motive was immediately clear

• The police officer was unharmed

• All suspects were arrested

• A teenager was killed and several others injured

When is the Major League Soccer season set to resume?

• Next month

• In two weeks

• This Wednesday

• Next year

For what series was Newsy nominated for an Emmy Award?

• Bellingcat Series

• COVID-19 Special Report

• Sports Highlights

• Washington DC Chronicles