Dangerous derecho soars through Chicago after lashing Iowa with 100-mph winds
A derecho – a dangerous, ferocious wall of wind – is taking aim on the Chicago area, forecasters warned. http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~/633119858/0/usatoday-newstopstories~Dangerous-derecho-soars-through-Chicago-after-lashing-Iowa-with-mph-winds/
Airlines have tightened mask policies, again. Here’s what you need to know
Many airlines have removed medical exemptions for face masks and are prohibiting certain types of face coverings. http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~/633178708/0/usatodaycomtravel-topstories~Airlines-have-tightened-mask-policies-again-Heres-what-you-need-to-know/
‘Away’ exclusive: Photos, trailer and Hilary Swank on her timely new Netflix space drama
Two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank (“Million Dollar Baby”) stars in Netflix drama “Away,” about a space mission to Mars. The show premieres Sept. 4. …
Rachael Ray focuses on being ‘grateful for what we have’ after fire rips through her home
Celebrity chef Rachael Ray and her husband John Cusimano were not harmed after a fire roared through their home. http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~/633056052/0/usatoday-newstopstories~Rachael-Ray-focuses-on-being-grateful-for-what-we-have-after-fire-rips-through-her-home/
‘Major explosion’ in Baltimore kills at least one, traps others
Baltimore City Fire Department said in a Facebook post that at least three homes were involved in the gas explosion that killed at least one…
Americans are sitting on record cash savings amid pandemic and uncertain economy
Americans have been saving record amounts of money amid economic shutdowns and generous federal stimulus checks. When will they spend it? http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~/633074876/0/usatoday-newstopstories~Americans-are-sitting-on-record-cash-savings-amid-pandemic-and-uncertain-economy/
100 arrested, 13 officers injured after Chicago crowds clash with police in what mayor calls ‘straight up’ crime
It wasn’t immediately clear what led to the unrest, but hours earlier dozens clashed with police after officers shot and wounded a person Sunday. …