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Mu variant sparks new COVID-19 concerns as US returns to school and work

As Americans head back to work and school, more children are getting infected with the coronavirus, and yet another dangerous strain is emerging from coast to coast. NBC’s Miguel Almaguer reports for TODAY from Los Angeles.

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Cold case reopened amid South Carolina murder mystery

In the wake of the weekend shooting of a well-known South Carolina attorney and the unsolved murders of his wife and son, old investigations are now being reopened as investigators try to piece together a growing crime puzzle. NBC’s Catie Beck reports for TODAY from Columbia, South Carolina.

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Elizabeth Holmes is in spotlight as Theranos trial begins Wednesday

Former Silicon Valley billionaire Elizabeth Holmes goes on trial Wednesday in federal court in California. Her defense team is expected to portray the accused fraud artist as a victim of corporate culture and an abuse relationship. NBC’s Erin McLaughlin reports for TODAY from San Jose, California.

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How New Jersey teachers prepared for kids’ return to school amid pandemic

At the Berkeley Heights school district in New Jersey, educators scrambled to prepare a safe return for children, many of whom aren’t eligible for the vaccine. NBC investigative and consumer correspondent Vicky Nguyen reports as TODAY’s Coronavirus and the Classroom series continues.

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Officer who survived WTC collapse reflects on 20th anniversary of 9/11

Lt. David Lim was trapped in the rubble of one of the twin towers for five hours on Sept. 11, 2001.

These are the top 10 U.S. cities to visit, according to Travel + Leisure

A trio of old favorites are once again on top of Travel + Leisure's annual World's Best Awards highlighting the top U.S. cities as travel destinations.