Doctors and public-health officials in states with low COVID-vaccination rates are trying to get more shots in arms as the Delta variant helps drive case numbers back up. Politico’s Erin Banco reports from Alabama and Louisiana on why some states are having trouble. The catastrophic flooding we’ve seen around the world lately is a reminder that many American cities aren’t well prepared for heavy rain, Slate says. The price of diapers is on the rise. The Wall Street Journal reports on how this has politicians considering new moves to help families who are struggling with the cost. As U.S. Olympians compete in Tokyo, a 101-year-old coaching legend will be watching. The L.A. Times has the story of the godfather of judo in America.

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