Vermont News
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David Kelley: The search for truth is endless
by Commentary on July 3, 2020 at 7:00 pm
At times, such as these, the past is painful, but still vital to remember. Read the story on VTDigger here: David Kelley: The search for truth is endless.
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Walt Amses: The marmot mambo
by Commentary on July 3, 2020 at 6:55 pm
Something was severely amiss one afternoon when the broccoli looked like someone went through it with an industrial strength weed whacker. Read the story on VTDigger here: Walt Amses: The marmot mambo.
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UVM students must decide by July 15 whether to take classes in-person or online
by Katie Jickling on July 3, 2020 at 5:44 pm
Students and faculty are objecting to the plan for the fall semester, citing challenges with the timeline, workload, and cost. Read the story on VTDigger here: UVM students must decide by July 15 whether to take classes in-person or online.
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Lawsuit and protest after Windsor principal ousted over Black Lives Matter post
by Katy Savage on July 3, 2020 at 4:45 pm
Protesters clashed at a small rally as controversy over the school board's decision to place principal Tiffany Riley on leave continues. Read the story on VTDigger here: Lawsuit and protest after Windsor principal ousted over Black Lives Matter post.
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Compost start-ups thrive as Casella lags on rural collection
by Emma Cotton on July 3, 2020 at 3:31 pm
Small companies are filling a gap left by trash removal services in Rutland County that do not yet offer curbside compost pickup. Read the story on VTDigger here: Compost start-ups thrive as Casella lags on rural collection.
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Even without a parade, firecracker of Brattleboro’s Fourth seeks to unite
by Kevin O'Connor on July 3, 2020 at 2:07 pm
‘It’s not about me representing Blacks — I represent all the people,’ says Brattleboro Fourth of July favorite Alfred Hughes Jr., Read the story on VTDigger here: Even without a parade, firecracker of Brattleboro’s Fourth seeks to unite.
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Montpelier to review GOP gubernatorial candidate’s State Street painting request
by Sawyer Loftus on July 3, 2020 at 12:39 pm
A city official denied John Klar's campaign's request to close State Street on July 3 to paint "Liberty and Justice for All" because of the timing. Read the story on VTDigger here: Montpelier to review GOP gubernatorial candidate’s State Street painting request.
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SCOV Law Blog: A summary of June cases
by VTD Editor on July 3, 2020 at 11:30 am
A new feature from the SCOV Law Blog is an occasional post summing up recent decisions from the Supreme Court. Read the story on VTDigger here: SCOV Law Blog: A summary of June cases.
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YWP: ‘Black Lives Matter’
by VTD Editor on July 3, 2020 at 11:00 am
This week's Young Writers Project is 'Black Lives Matter' by Hazel Green, 13, of Montpelier. Read the story on VTDigger here: YWP: ‘Black Lives Matter’.
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Alan Newman purchases Burlington venue ArtsRiot
by Anne Wallace Allen on July 3, 2020 at 10:23 am
The entrepreneur behind Magic Hat, Seventh Generation and other businesses has released few details about his plans for ArtsRiot. Read the story on VTDigger here: Alan Newman purchases Burlington venue ArtsRiot.
CBS Top Stories
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Florida tops daily record with over 11,400 new COVID-19 cases
on July 4, 2020 at 12:40 pm
As hospitals are pushed to their limits, Miami-Dade County implemented a curfew ahead of July 4 weekend — continuing indefinitely.
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Bill targets car safety hazard blamed for hundreds of deaths
on July 4, 2020 at 12:14 pm
"We lose, on average, 50 children a year — one a week, who die because the standard is not updated," Senator Ed Markey said.
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Rafael Nadal: The 60 Minutes interview
on July 4, 2020 at 12:13 pm
The 34-year-old offers 60 Minutes a glimpse into his life. Jon Wertheim reports.
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Rafael Nadal: The 60 Minutes interview
on July 4, 2020 at 12:13 pm
The 34-year-old offers 60 Minutes a glimpse into his life. Jon Wertheim reports.
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"Unnecessary situation": Surging virus cases frustrate experts
on July 4, 2020 at 11:57 am
Experts have blamed the spike on some states reopening too early, as well as people defying health guidelines.
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What role have protests and demonstrations played in U.S. history?
on July 4, 2020 at 11:55 am
Independence Day 2020 will be marked, in part, by protests across the nation focused on police brutality and racism. Though the movement is recent, ongoing demands for fairness, justice and equality are as old as the country itself. Michelle Miller takes a look at protests through history and where those movements have taken the U.S.
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Architect goes blind, says he's actually gotten better at his job
on July 4, 2020 at 11:54 am
A social worker tried to tell him about "career alternatives" after he lost his sight, but Chris Downey wasn't about to stop being an architect. Lesley Stahl reports.
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Architect goes blind, says he's actually gotten better at his job
on July 4, 2020 at 11:54 am
A social worker tried to tell him about "career alternatives" after he lost his sight, but Chris Downey wasn't about to stop being an architect. Lesley Stahl reports.
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Meet the only woman to have "signed" the Declaration of Independence
on July 4, 2020 at 11:49 am
In what was the middle of the American Revolutionary War, Congress fled Philadelphia and settled temporarily in Baltimore. When they needed somebody to print the Declaration, Goddard was the person to help.
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American pride falls to record low, poll shows
on July 4, 2020 at 11:25 am
American patriotism has fallen to its lowest point in nearly 20 years.