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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.
COVID-19 Medications Are In Development, But A True Cure Would Likely Take Years
by Richard Harris
Most drugs don't actually cure diseases. They can help ease symptoms and up the odds of survival. This will likely be true for COVID-19 drugs. A true cure would likely take years to develop.
Breonna Taylor's Mom Reflects On Settlement For Her Daughter's Wrongful Death Suit
Breonna Taylor's mother Tamika Palmer and her lawyer Lonita Baker speak with NPR's Rachel Martin about the settlement they received in the wrongful death of Taylor.
Trump Administration's New Natural Gas Transportation Rule Sparks Safety Concerns
by Greg Allen
The Trump administration is now allowing liquefied natural gas to be transported by rail anywhere in the country, including major cities. Critics worry about accidents and catastrophic explosions.
Oregon Inmates Evacuate Amid Wildfires
Oregon has evacuated more than 2,500 prison inmates due to wildfires. The experience was harrowing, families say, as inmates faced unsanitary and unsafe conditions.
Germany Reportedly Offered U.S. $1 Billion To Save Russian Pipeline
by Rob Schmitz
Germany reportedly offered to build $1 billion worth of infrastructure to import American gas if the U.S. lifts sanctions on a controversial pipeline that would carry Russian gas to Germany.
Rabbis Share How Rosh Hashanah Will Be Affected By COVID-19
The Jewish High Holidays begin tonight with the celebration of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Rabbis share how their sermons will be shaped by this year's events.
Navy Fighter Pilot Program Fines Students For 'Topgun' Quotes
Many Topgun trainees are fans of Tom Cruise's classic film. However, expressing their passion for the film has consequences at the elite Navy fighter pilot program.
COVID-19 May Have A More Serious Impact On Formerly Redlined Communities
by Maria Godoy
The first national-level study reveals public health consequences still persist from the "redlining" of neighborhoods in the 1930s.
Trump Announces 'Patriotic Education' Commission
by Cory Turner
At the White House Conference, President Trump said history teachers' focus on slavery has taught children to hate their country and announced a national commission to promote "patriotic" education.