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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.
FDA Panel To Lay Regulatory Groundwork For COVID-19 Vaccine
by Sydney Lupkin
A milestone in the development of COVID-19 vaccines will take place Thursday when the Food and Drug Administration will ask a panel of experts for advice on how to evaluate the vaccines.
'Peanuts' Halloween Special Won't Be Broadcast On Network TV
It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown has been airing on network television since 1966. But if you want to see it this year, you'll have to watch it on Apple TV Plus.
News Brief: Election Intimidation, Presidential Debate, DOJ's Opioid Deal
U.S. officials say Iran is behind threatening election emails to voters. The final Trump-Biden presidential debate is hours away. And, Purdue Pharma reaches a deal with DOJ over OxyContin sales.
'Planet Money': How The Vikings Kicked Off Globalization
The Vikings were the first Europeans to arrive in North America. They began trading with an Indigenous group — closing the global loop with other trading networks established around the year 1000.
Trump Administration Lags Reuniting Families Separated At Southern Border
by Joel Rose
Lawyers for the Justice Department and ACLU have revealed that they haven't been able to find the parents of 545 migrant children separated by immigration officials at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Spike In COVID-19 Cases Strains Hospitals, Especially In Rural Areas
by Will Stone
Most states have surging coronavirus case counts — 15 are up 40% or more. The start of what could be a third U.S. peak in cases first took hold in rural states, and they are straining to keep up.
Cosmonauts Read Tea Leaves To Find Air Leak Source
When an air leak got worse on the International Space Station, Russian cosmonauts broke open a tea bag to let the leaves float up to identify the source of the leak.
Pandemic Challenges Band Students To Stay Safe While Practicing
by Robbie Feinberg
Because of COVID-19 protocols, school band classes have been moved to parking lots and athletic fields. Students attach coverings to the end of their instruments to stop droplets from getting out.
Wall Street Is A Big Source Of Campaign Cash For Democrats
by Jim Zarroli
The two major political parties raise money differently. Republicans tend to get more money from older industries such as energy and manufacturing. Democrats do better with technology and health care.