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Apple's WWDC, NASCAR, Disney World's resort hotels return: 5 things to know Monday

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WWDC: Apple kicks off developer conference

Apple's 31st annual Worldwide Developer's Conference (WWDC), where the company introduces updates to its mobile operating systems for the iPhone and iPad and occasionally shows off new hardware, kicks off on Monday. This year, the annual event has gone virtual because of the pandemic — and everyone is invited. A tough-to-get ticket is usually offered via lottery and sells out within an hour. But this year, WWDC is free and available to everyone, worldwide. Ahead of Apple's conference, the tech giant's CEO spoke about the role smartphone cameras play in helping to advance social progress.

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Controversy at postponed NASCAR race

NASCAR's 188-lap, 500-mile race at Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama that was scheduled to be run Sunday was postponed to Monday due to inclement weather. The GEICO 500 is now set to start Monday at 3 p.m. ET (on FOX). Still, despite no racing taking place Sunday, there was controversy: A noose was found in the garage stall of Bubba Wallace, the only Black driver in the Cup Series who has been integral in leading the sport's recent commitment to fighting racism and injustice. Also, dozens of people proudly waved the Confederate flag, which has been banned by NASCAR.

Select Disney World's resort hotels return: Here's what to expect

Disney fans, this one is for you: Some Disney Resort hotels will reopen on Monday, a few weeks before the reopening of Walt Disney World on July 11. The hotels will have new guest requirements and cleaning protocols as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Masks are required by all guests ages 2 and up, except while swimming or dining. And people who have experienced symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days or are under quarantine orders will not be allowed to enter the hotel. And, especially important for some visitors: Florida requires travelers from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut to quarantine for 14 days.

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Oregon weighs early release for some inmates in response to COVID-19

Gov. Kate Brown has asked for a list of names by Monday of inmates eligible for possible release to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the state prison system. The state Department of Corrections was asked to perform a "case-by-case analysis" of inmates who are vulnerable to the coronavirus and meet criteria for possible commutation, The Oregonian/OregonLive reported. The criteria includes inmates who are particularly vulnerable, those who have not been convicted of a crime against another person and those who have served at least half of their sentences, department officials said. About 100 inmates were identified.

New York City reaches key point in reopening after coronavirus closures

New York City will reach a key point Monday in trying to rebound from the nation’s deadliest coronavirus outbreak. For the first time in three months, New Yorkers will be able to dine out, though only at outdoor tables. Shoppers will also once again be able to browse in Macy’s flagship store, where workers will undergo temperature checks and mask-wearing customers will find plastic dividers at cash registers. The city estimates 150,000 to 300,000 additional workers will return to their jobs Monday, two weeks after reopening began with construction, curbside-pickup retail, wholesaling and manufacturing. Some of the city’s biggest corporate employers are sticking with largely remote work for now, however. The virus has been blamed for over 22,000 deaths in New York City. The death toll has been in single digits in recent days. Infections are down, but between 200 and 400 people have still been testing positive for the virus each day over the past two weeks, according to city data.

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