Week In Politics: Trump Declares National Emergency
This week in politics, President Trump intensifies his administration's response to the coronavirus, while Congress tries to pass a relief bill.
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Coronavirus Outbreak Means An Idle March For American Sports
In an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus, sports events across the country, and the globe, are being canceled or postponed.
Son Talks About 89-Year-Old Dad's Recovery From COVID-19
Eugene Campbell, 89, contracted COVID-19 while at the Life Care Center in Kirkland, Washington. His son, Charlie Campbell, tells NPR's Renee Montagne that his father has recovered and is doing well.
Special Report: COVID-19 - What You Need To Know About Coronavirus
Host Lulu Garcia-Navarro shares some of NPR's best practical and explanatory reporting on coronavirus in a single special report.
President Trump Declares National Emergency As Coronavirus Pandemic Grows
The move frees up as much as $50 billion to help states deal with the crisis. But Trump overstated the readiness of a website to help anxious people find testing.
The U.S. Investigates Possible Civilian Deaths During Baghdadi Raid In Syria
The military is conducting a credibility assessment of claims of civilian casualties during the U.S. operation against ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
Sports Leagues Shutter Their Seasons – And Leave Fans Wondering What To Do Now
What had seemed unimaginable just days earlier is suddenly the new reality: Sports in America are on hold.
The Lonely Non-Island: Unfortunately, Moose Boulder Doesn't Exist
If Moose Boulder existed, it would be the largest island in the largest lake on the largest island in the largest lake on the largest island in the largest lake in the world. Alas, it isn't real.
Louisiana Delays April Presidential Primary Over Viral Outbreak
Louisiana is postponing its primary vote in April due to the coronavirus outbreak. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Louisiana Secretary of State R. Kyle Ardoin about the decision.
Prisons And Jails Worry About Becoming Coronavirus 'Incubators'
Inmates and guards don't have the option of staying home during a coronavirus outbreak, so detention centers risk becoming "incubators" for the disease. Some are scrambling to mitigate the risk.