The country is heading into a best of times, worst of times summer as deliverance from Covid is tempered by crime, economic false starts and obstacles

America is heading into a best of times, worst of times summer as the longed-for promise of deliverance from Covid-19 is tempered by spasms of violent crime, economic false starts and unexpected obstacles on the road to freedom.

‘Every day, I feel really sad’: Migrant children still in temporary sites for prolonged periods, attorneys say

Migrant children who crossed the US-Mexico border alone are still spending prolonged time in temporary government facilities, raising concerns among attorneys, who say the conditions are inadequate for kids, according to a court filing Monday.