As Covid-19 swept through the tiny west Texas town of Iraan, the schools were the first to shut down. The sheer number of cases and people in quarantine then essentially closed the entire town. CNN’s Rosa Flores reports.
Community advocate Deaunte Damper has been named a grand marshal for the 2026 Seattle Pride Parade, an honor reflecting his years of impactful work at the intersection of Black identity, public health, and LGBTQ advocacy. This recognition aligns with Seattle Pride 2026's theme of 'Rally,' which calls for unity, visibility, and collective action amidst growing challenges for LGBTQIA2S+ communities.