Consumer News: DoorDash to deliver COVID-19 test kits, Staples will laminate your vaccine card for free and more!
DoorDash announced it will begin same day deliveries of two COVID-19 tests across the United States.
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AstraZeneca says its vaccine is 79% effective in preventing symptomatic COVID-19
AstraZeneca released results from its United States phase three vaccine trial Monday, saying it’s 79% effective in preventing symptomatic COVID-19 and 100% effective at preventing severe disease and hospitalization.
NFL welcoming select number of fans at this year’s draft
The NFL is going to let fans attend this year’s draft, saying it will be held with a select number of prospects and fans at various downtown Cleveland locations.
Second batch of stimulus payments being issued this week
The second batch of stimulus checks will soon be on their way. The Biden administration says the second batch of COVID-19 payments will be issued this week. For taxpayers receiving direct deposit, payments began processing on Friday.
Dept. of Transportation launches new “Mask Up” campaign
The Department of Transportation released new images for its “Mask Up” campaign. In a statement Friday, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said “with this campaign, we’ll send a clear message to people who travel: ‘when you wear a mask, you’re protecting the safety of our essential transportation workers, your fellow passengers and yourself’.”
Former President Trump to launch his own social media network
Former President Donald Trump is coming back to social media. His spokesperson, Jason Miller told Fox News that the former president is launching his own network in a few months.
Gas price spike, plus pizza and Pac-Man in this Consumer Update
Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the latest in Consumer News
(CNN) (WOLO)– From the latest on the jump in Gas prices in the Midlands, to a new limited edition Pizza Hut Pac-Man box, Crysty Vaughan has the latest in this Consumer News update. Air travel in the United States has hit a new pandemic record. The Transportation Security Administration says more than 1.3 million people were screened at airports on…
California woman helps senior neighbors book their vaccine appointments
For many, booking a COVID-19 vaccination can be a challenge. In Palm Springs, California, a group of senior citizens is getting help from a generous neighbor, who is asking absolutely nothing in return.
Academy ditching webcams at this year’s Oscars
New details are in about the upcoming 2021 Oscars ceremony. The Academy says the event will be aired live and no webcamming in will be allowed. Producers for the award show have requested all nominees attend in person.
Consumer News: LeBron James coming out with an energy drink, YouTube looks to take on TikTok and more!
PepsiCo has teamed up with LeBron James to launch a new energy drink called ‘Mountain Dew Rise Energy.’
