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A large share of the nearly 1 million people who died of COVID in the U.S. may have lived if they'd gotten vaccinated. A new analysis shows how many lives could have been saved across the country.

NPR's official Twitter feeds have gone silent. The news organization cites the social media platform's decision to question NPR's editorial independence through a series of inaccurate labels.

President Biden this week called for the reinstatement of an assault weapons ban, a law that had roots in a 1989 shooting in a California schoolyard. Here's a look at what got that ban on the books.

With over a million sparkling lights, Snow N Glow is an electrifying stroll-through holiday lights event, offering a symphony of sight and sound. The limited-run event will brighten up the holidays at the Del Mar Fairgrounds starting on Saturday, December 4, 2021. Not only will friends and families be able to rev up their holiday spirit while spending time together outdoors surrounded by a million twinkling and glowing lights, Snow N Glow invites families to make lasting memories in real snow! Exhilarating snow tubing on a five lane, 100-foot-long snow-covered hill will be available for all ages and as well a dedicated snow play area. Rather stay warm and cozy in your own car? Holidays In Your Car, presented by Subaru, is back, inviting families to buckle up and make lasting memories from the comfort and safety of their own vehicles. With headlights turned off, attendees drive through an enchanting mile-and-a-half display of over one million dazzling LED lights, accompanied by uplifting holiday music. Awe-inspiring holograms and impressive multi-colored projections casting festive images of the season onto sets - some standing over 40 feet tall - will all contribute to an unforgettable experience celebrating the most magical time of the year! Igloos in California? Yes, there are! To make holiday celebrations even more merry and bright, private, transparent geodesic dome “igloos” are available for rent, allowing groups to gather in their own comfy shelter. Adorned with cushy sofas, plush pillows and bean bag seating, each igloo comes with its own personal firepit for toasting marshmallows. The most magical time of the year is not complete without festive food and drink, and all the makings for s’mores will be available for purchase, as well as hot chocolate, beer, wine and other fare. Schedule / Tickets: Snow N Glow is open Friday through Sunday weekly from 4 - 9 p.m. starting on Saturday, December 4 through January 2, as well as December 20-23. Tickets are priced at $17.99 for adults and $12.99 for children 3-10 for the holiday light experience and the snow play area, and $34.99 for adults and children for the Snow N Glow holiday light experience, snow play and unlimited snow tubing. Children two and under are free. Holidays In Your Car is open nightly and tickets are $45 and the number of passengers must not exceed the number of safety belts/seats in the vehicle. Tickets for all experiences are available online and at the door unless the event is sold out. To offer a safe and enjoyable experience, Snow N Glow is following CDC and State Guidelines, working with each city to ensure that every event meets or exceeds all recommendations. For full Snow N Glow event information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.snownglow.com.

The Cherokee Indians referred to the mountain as Kuwahi for hundreds of years, long before it was dubbed Clingmans Dome in 1859.

Who's ready for Miami Vice Vibes and the BEST Mustaches of the year? Help Mavericks Beach Club, celebrate Movember by joining them for the 6th Annual SDFD Stache Bash Benefitting FirefighterAid! FighfighterAid's mission is to provide charitable assistance to Firefighters and their families in times of need and to promote awareness of Firefighter health and safety issues and the impacts they have upon their families and communities. For over 100 years, the San Diego Fireman's Relief Association has been providing for the protection, care, and relief of the members of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Join them Thursday, Nov. 4th from 5pm - 10pm for Delicious Drink Specials, Amazing Raffles, Mustache Competition, High Fives, and a night of Partying our Mustaches off for a GREAT CAUSE! Proceeds going directly to their friends at Firefighters Aid! For more information and ticket purchases please visit HERE !

From SeaWorld San Diego: Bring your family together for the eye-catching spectacle, priceless traditions, and fun-filled surprises of SeaWorld San Diego’s Christmas Celebration. The holidays are meant to be merry and bright, and that’s exactly what you’ll find as this beloved event returns with more wondrous moments than ever. Reindeer Round-Up Scavenger Hunt —Purchase a Reindeer Round-Up Map at The SeaWorld Store to get started on your merry quest! Explore the park to find all of Santa’s beloved reindeer and mark each location on your map with the correct reindeer sticker as you enjoy your day at SeaWorld. When you’ve found them all, bring your completed map back to The SeaWorld Store to collect a special gift just for you! You can enjoy the Reindeer Round-Up Scavenger Hunt on select dated during the SeaWorld Christmas Celebration, that goes from Friday, Nov. 12 through Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. See full schedule at SeaWorld's Park Hours & Schedule. Get tickets here! General admission to SeaWorld starts at $96. Additional purchase required for this event. For more information, please visit seaworld.com/san-diego or call (619) 222-4732.

Join the Whistle Stop Bar on Jan. 26, 2022 for fun filled evening! The Hilarious Jeremiah Watkins from Roast Battle, and the Jeremiah Wonders Podcast is headlining. Featuring is Allyson Vastano, and Cameron Frost. Show starts at 8pm and tickets are only $10. This is a night you do not want to miss out on. For more information on this event and ticket purchases please visit HERE!

NPR journalists followed Yousef Al-Kurd and his family for months as they fought for the medical care that could save his life.

The change comes after inewsource reported that people without photo IDs were denied COVID-19 vaccines.