Despite scientific evidence that widespread mask wearing slows the spread of coronavirus and benefits the economy, as of mid-November, 13 states did not have statewide mask mandates in place.

The ruins of a city in Mexico renowned for the mysteries surrounding its pyramids had more questions raised by the excavation of an ancient artifact.

Mask mandates are returning for a limited time during cold and flu season in the heart of deep-blue California's San Francisco Bay Area. With winter fast approaching, several Bay Area counties ...

Ms. Hochul — who, it must be noted, imposed mask mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic — contends the ban is a crime-fighting measure that would prevent criminals from hiding their identities.