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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.
Can Airport COVID-19 Testing Encourage More People To Fly?
by David Schaper
Desperate to try to fill planes again, airlines are rushing to implement on the spot, rapid-response pre-flight Covid-19 testing for passengers. Will it work, and what are the stumbling blocks?
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.
European Countries Reinstate Curfews To Try To Slow COVID-19 Surge
by Eleanor Beardsley
After letting its guard down this summer, Europe is dealing with a massive second wave of the coronavirus that doctors say will most likely be more deadly than the first.
News Brief: Barrett Vote, Election Disinformation, COVID-19 Cases
The Senate is to vote on Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court nomination. Disinformation campaigns try to sway minds as voters head to the polls. And, COVID-19 cases reach record highs in many states.
Breaking Down Last Night's Presidential Debate
NPR's Rachel Martin looks back at last night's debate with Democratic strategist Karen Finney and Republican strategist Scott Jennings.
Voters React To The Last Presidential Debate Before November's Election
The presidential candidates had a final chance to persuade Americans to vote for them at last night's debate. What did voters hear?
Openly Gay Catholic Priest Discusses Pope Francis' Appeal For LGBTQ Protections
Rachel Martin speaks with Fr. Bryan Massingale, priest and professor at Fordham University, about Pope Francis' statements regarding the rights of LGBTQ people to civil unions.
Tampa Bay Rays Fans Hope A World Series Win Will Improve Future Turnout At Games
by Stephanie Colombini
Socially-distanced watch parties have popped up in Tampa Bay as Rays fans cheer on the team in the World Series. But the fan base is small, and some joke that any Rays game is socially-distanced.
Hungarian Journalists Launch Independent News Site Amid Tightening Government Control
by Joanna Kakissis
Hungarian journalists have created an independent news site, pushing back as Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his allies move to assert control over the media.