China denounces US sanctions over Hong Kong crackdown

BEIJING (AP) — China on Tuesday denounced new U.S. sanctions against four Chinese officials over a crackdown on political rights in Hong Kong, saying such moves “grossly interfere in China’s internal affairs.”

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Alaska: Open Primary, Ranked Choice GE (Primary top four go to GE)

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Maryland: Expand Commercial Gaming (Authorize sports betting)

Global stocks rise for 2nd day on coronavirus vaccine hopes

BEIJING (AP) — Global stocks and U.S. futures rose for second day Tuesday on hopes for progress toward a possible coronavirus vaccine that might allow the world to revive manufacturing, shopping and normal life.

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California: App-Drivers Not Employees (Provide other benefits)

South Columbia Basin Irrigation District to meet

Residents can participate in the irrigation district meeting.

26th and 27th deaths linked to COVID-19 reported

Two Moses Lake women infected with the coronavirus have died, marking the 26th and 27th confirmed COVID-19-related deaths of Grant County residents since the pandemic began, the Grant County Health District reported last week.

Newhouse awarded lifetime membership with development league

Newhouse gets lifetime membership with Columbia Basin Development League.

Jordan holds parliamentary elections amid virus surge

AMMAN, Jordan (AP) — Jordanians began voting on Tuesday to elect a new parliament in the country that has long been a close Western ally in a volatile region and is now struggling to contain a coronavirus outbreak.

Some veteran teachers skip wave of pandemic-era retirements

FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP) — At age 86, agriculture teacher Gerald Bonds, of Farmington, New Mexico, has seen plenty of crises during his career. He sees no reason to call it quits over the coronavirus pandemic.

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Illinois: Remove Flat Income Tax Section (Allow graduated tax)

Oregon governor disbands joint Portland security command

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Citing a weekend of mostly peaceful protests and demonstrations, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Sunday rescinded an executive order that put state troopers, sheriff’s deputies and police under a unified command structure in Portland to handle election-related unrest.

Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine is looking 90% effective

Pfizer Inc. said Monday that its COVID-19 vaccine may be a remarkable 90% effective, based on early and incomplete test results that nevertheless brought a big burst of optimism to a world desperate for the means to finally bring the catastrophic outbreak under control.

Asia Today: Sri Lanka to strictly enforce virus regulations

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka police will strictly enforce mask and social distancing requirements and punish violators starting Monday as other anti-virus measures are eased to reduce the economic pain.

Notre Dame mandates virus testing after football celebration

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — University of Notre Dame students are now subject to mandatory coronavirus testing with stricter penalties if they leave town before getting their test results after thousands of fans stormed the football field and threw parties to celebrate a double-overtime upset over Clemson.

Oregon reports 723 new COVID-19 cases Monday

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Health Authority reported 2,585 coronavirus cases between Saturday and Monday, a three-day total that surpasses most weekly case counts from August, September and October.

This Week: McDonald’s earns, job openings, Disney earns

A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week:

GM recalls 217K vehicles to fix leak that can stop travel

DETROIT (AP) — General Motors is recalling more than 217,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. and Canada because transmission oil can leak, causing them to stop moving or possibly catch fire.

Energy leaders leave door open to more cuts as virus spikes

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Saudi Arabia's energy minister said Monday that global energy producers have the ability to tweak an agreement on production cuts that could be extended through the end of 2022, signaling the anticipation of continued weakened demand for oil as the coronavirus pandemic peaks again in Europe and the United States

Testing timeline: What’s ahead for COVID-19 vaccines