Masks return to White House as COVID-19 surges in many states

Starting Wednesday, the White House will require all of its employees to again wear masks indoors.

CDC changes course on indoor masks in some parts of the US

Reversing a decision made just two months ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended on Tuesday that people vaccinated for the coronavirus resume wearing masks indoors in certain areas of the country.

657 confirmed cases, 12 deaths, and 7,098 vaccinations. See today’s COVID-19 data from Mass.

Here's a look at the latest coronavirus numbers in Massachusetts, including case numbers, deaths, demographics, and more.

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McKee not planning to require vaccines for state workers

The Rhode Island governor says he will await federal guidance before deciding whether to mandate masks for K-12 students.

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Lifespan, Care New England are making COVID-19 vaccines mandatory for all employees

Rhode Island’s two largest hospital systems will require all staff across all operating units to show proof of vaccination.

Map: Here are the five Mass. counties where the new CDC indoor mask guidance applies

Five counties in Massachusetts qualify as “substantial” or “high” transmission areas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

CDC recommends universal masking in K-12 schools to stop spread of COVID-19

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending students, teachers, staff, and visitors wear masks in K-12 schools this fall, regardless of vaccination status.