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School vouchers are one example of the stakes in legislative elections
by Wayne Schutsky
The November election in Arizona could determine whether a rapidly expanding school voucher program is reined in by the Legislature. That's the goal Democrats have -- if they can get a majority.
Ex-Federal Prosecutor Speaks Out About Trump's Justice Department
by Carrie Johnson
A former prosecutor on special counsel Robert Mueller's team explores options for bringing President Trump, his family members and associates to justice whenever Trump leaves office.
The History Of How We Vote: From Drunken Parties To Private Booths
As next month's elections near, the NPR podcast Throughline dives into the history of voting in the United States, and asks why the process went from a public affair to a private one.
How Houston Clinics Are Catching Up With Mammogram Backlog
by Sara Willa Ernst
Many women have delayed their breast cancer screenings because of the coronavirus pandemic. Clinics are now working through a backlog, and the new set of challenges the pandemic has presented.
The Senate Nears Confirming Trump's 3rd Supreme Court Justice
by Carrie Johnson
Senators are scheduled to vote Monday — just days before Election Day — to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to fill the Supreme Court vacancy left open by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death.
U.S. Catholics Will Get Their 1st Black Cardinal In November
by Sylvia Poggioli
Pope Francis named Archbishop Wilton Gregory as the first African American cardinal. Gregory, along with 12 others, will be elevated to the position in a ceremony at the Vatican next month.
As U.S.-China Relations Worsen, Germany Looks Out For Its Own Interests
by Rob Schmitz
European Union member states used to rely on the U.S. and China for security and trade. Now that the relationship with both has soured, some EU countries are looking for alternatives.
The Reign Of Gerald, An Aggressive Turkey, Is Over
For five months, the bird evaded captors while attacking humans. A wildlife expert disguised herself as one of his preferred victims — an older woman. Gerald took the bait, charged and was captured.
Will Law And Order Need To Be Enforced During Election Day Polling?
Uniformed police are generally not allowed around polling places, and the Pentagon doesn't want to get involved. Still, authorities are getting ready if things get out of control.
U.S. COVID-19 Cases Surge, Pence Aides Test Positive For Virus
by Allison Aubrey
Many states have had record high coronavirus cases in recent days. Vice President Pence plans to keep up his travel schedule despite his chief of staff and others testing positive for COVID-19.
Pa. Family Plans To Launch Halloween Candy At Trick Or Treaters
The Mak family of York County is using a treat-launching candypult — a white plastic bucket attached to two long springs. It's one way to maintain social distancing.