
Two Florida school districts that previously defied governor on mask rules relax protocols amid improving Covid-19 conditions
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Two of Florida's largest school districts are easing their face mask protocols because officials say they're seeing improved Covid-19 conditions, weeks after tensions peaked between local and state officials regarding the policy.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the Broward County School Board announced Tuesday their decisions to remove requirements for K-8 students and staff to wear face coverings, while still strongly encouraging their use.
The changes in Miami-Dade, which will go into effect Friday, come after the superintendent announced last week the same relaxed policy for senior high schools and middle schools. Last month, a similar change made face masks optional but encouraged at Broward high schools and technical colleges.

Passengers evacuate onto wing of American Airlines plane after engine catches fire at Denver airport
Dozens of passengers were forced to stand on the wing of an American Airlines plane at Denver International Airport as they evacuated the aircraft after one of its engines caught fire Thursday evening.