Experts say there’s a short window of time to get new tests developed before the flu season hits. Source
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Trump rips Kamala Harris as “nasty” and “disrespectful” despite previous campaign contribution
President Trump wasted no time going after newly minted VP candidate Kamala Harris, calling her “nasty” and “disrespectful” — but at one time, the president donated to Harris’ political campaigns. Ben Tracy reports. Source
In-person learning “impossible” for Elizabeth, New Jersey, school district says
As schools nationwide struggle to finalize reopening plans, some have had to abruptly change those plans due to coronavirus outbreaks. Meg Oliver reports from Elizabeth, New Jersey, home to one of the state’s largest school districts. This week, they voted to hold all classes remotely over coronavirus fears. Source
Florida family files lawsuit after 8-year-old arrested for allegedly hitting teacher
Police body camera video, released this week, shows police officers in Florida arresting an 8-year-old boy with special needs at his school in 2018. The officers try to handcuff the boy, but his hands are too small. His family is now filing a lawsuit. The boy was charged with felony battery, but the case was later dropped. Manuel Bojorquez reports. Source
Eye Opener: Kamala Harris named Biden’s running mate
California Senator Kamala Harris has been named presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden’s 2020 running mate. Also, the Big Ten college athletic conference announced it will be cancelling fall sports over coronavirus concerns. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
Fauci, Azar cast doubt on Putin’s virus vaccine claim
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases head Dr. Anthony Fauci and Health Secretary Alex Azar pointed to likely inadequate testing of the supposed Russian vaccine. Source
New Hampshire braces for bike rally after “warning sign” in Sturgis
“I don’t think anyone saw the photos out of Sturgis and thought, ‘That looks safe,'” Gov. Chris Sununu said. Source
Last Blockbuster in world to be available to rent on Airbnb
The longtime manager is listing the location for only $4 — just one penny more than the price of a movie rental. Source
DNA links man who killed himself last week to teen’s 1996 death
A DNA match has solved the strangulation murder of Jessica Baggen, a case that was cold for 24 years. Source
Los Angeles Chargers head coach reveals he had coronavirus
Anthony Lynn tells team during season premiere of “Hard Knocks: Los Angeles”; says feeling like outcast was worse than physical symptoms. Source