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The Latest: US gives go-ahead for Pfizer coronavirus vaccine

WASHINGTON — The U.S. has given the final go-ahead to the nation’s first COVID-19 vaccine, marking what could be the beginning of the end of an outbreak that has killed nearly 300,000 Americans.

Orange Bowl in mind for No. 9 Miami, No. 20 North Carolina

No. 20 North Carolina (7-3, 6-3 ACC, No. 17 CFP) at No. 9 Miami (8-1, 7-1, No. 10), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EST (ABC).

Senate sends Trump defense bill he has vowed to veto

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Friday approved a wide-ranging defense policy bill, sending it to President Donald Trump, despite his threat to veto the bill because it does not clamp down on big tech companies he …

Can I stop wearing a mask after getting a COVID-19 vaccine?

Can I stop wearing a mask after getting a COVID-19 vaccine?

Oracle says it will move HQ from Silicon Valley to Texas

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) — Tech giant Oracle Corp. said Friday it will move its headquarters from Silicon Valley to Austin, Texas, and let many employees choose their office locations and decide whether to work fr…

State park proposal would end beach driving at Cape Kiwanda

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Cars on the beach at Cape Kiwanda could become a thing of the past.

Leverkusen tastes success in Germany by adapting to pandemic

After selling its standout player, Kai Havertz, few expected Bayer Leverkusen would emerge as a Bundesliga title challenger this season.

Mitchell scores 31 to lead UMass past Northeastern 94-79

AMHERST, Mass. (AP) — Tre Mitchell had 31 points and 11 rebounds as UMass beat Northeastern 94-79 on Friday.

Winning numbers drawn in 'Keno' game

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Keno" game were:

Ten-man Sassuolo clings on to beat Benevento in Serie A

SASSUOLO, Italy (AP) — Sassuolo held on for more than 40 minutes with 10 men to beat Benevento 1-0 and take second place in Serie A on Friday.

Man pleads guilty to reduced charge in pipeline break-in

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — An Oregon man awaiting a new trial after a court of appeals overturned a burglary conviction for breaking into a Kinder Morgan oil pipeline facility in Western Washington has pleaded guil…

Washington House releases remote legislative session plan

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — The Washington state House on Friday released its plan for the upcoming legislative session, with opening ceremonies held at a nearby private university in order to abide by coronavirus restri…

Indonesian cleric turns himself in for COVID-19 violation

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — A firebrand Indonesian cleric turned himself in to authorities Saturday after he was accused of inciting people to breach pandemic restrictions by holding events with large crowds.

San Jose St. beats Nevada, advances to MWC Championship game

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Tyler Nevens had 12 carries for a career-high 184 yards, including an