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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.
Bill DeBlasio, Random Dude From Long Island, Is Sick Of Your Griping
That Bill DeBlasio is not New York's Mayor Bill de Blasio. MEL magazine reports the non-mayor has gotten thousands of mostly angry emails from would-be constituents over the years.
Floridians With Felony Convictions Must Pay Fines Before They Can Vote
by Danny Rivero
Two years after Florida voters approved a measure to return voting rights to felons who had completed their sentences, only a few thousand of them will vote in November.
Catholic Voters In Pennsylvania Talk About The Presidential Election
by Tom Gjelten
Catholics guided by their faith may be torn between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Opposition to abortion pushes them to Trump, but an emphasis on Catholic social teachings may push them to Biden.
There Are Many Questions About Trump's Unique Treatment For COVID-19
by Joe Palca
President Trump sounded upbeat after being released from the hospital, and announced in a video that people should not be afraid of the virus. His treatment regimen is not available to most people.
News Brief: Trump Optimistic About Diagnosis, Colleges And COVID-19 Testing
President Trump returned to the White House Monday and will continue to be treated for COVID-19. Plus, NPR analysis finds many colleges do not regularly test students for the coronavirus.
California Firefighters Battle Nearly 2 Dozen Major Wildfires
by Sara Hossaini
The record-breaking wildfires in California have burned more than 4 million acres this year. That is more than double the previous record. And fire season is far from over.
President Trump Has Been Given Several Medications To Treat COVID-19
by Joe Palca
The president has been receiving a steroid, an antiviral medication and an experimental drug cocktail. He's also received supplemental oxygen.
Trump Medical Team Says President Continues To Improve
by Mara Liasson
President Trump remains at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for COVID-19 treatment. Answers about his care have often led to more questions.
Doctors Say Trump's Condition Is Improving, May Be Released Soon
by Allison Aubrey
An update on President Trump's medical condition. Plus, what experimental treatment has he received and has he infected others? Doctors say Trump is improving, and he may be sent home on Monday.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Weighs In On Mail-In Ballot Issue
by Katie Meyer
The state will no longer accept ballots by mail that don't have a second envelope. The ballots without the secrecy envelope are called naked ballots. Democrats worry it could sway the election.
The Experience That Leads 3 Women To Say 'Being Black Is Exhausting'
NPR's Noel King talks to three African American women — Asia Cook, Maria Ramirez and Mylah Howard — who discuss race, and answer the question: What it's like to be Black in America?