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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.
Greece Criticized For Policies Toward Refugees Housed On Island Of Lesbos
For an update on how Greece is responding to last week's massive fires at a refugee camp, NPR's David Greene talks to Faris Al-Jawad of Doctors Without Borders.
Abraham Lincoln Artifacts Sell For More Than $81,000 At Auction
A lock of Abraham Lincoln's hair along with a blood-stained telegram about his 1865 assassination have been sold. No information about the buyer was disclosed.
News Brief: Wildfires, Woodward's 'Rage,' Voters In Pa. County Speak Out
Wildfires burn millions of acres in California, Oregon and Washington. Bob Woodward addresses criticism that he should've detailed Trump comments earlier. And, we hear from voters in Erie County, Pa.
Israel Imposes 2nd Nationwide Lockdown As COVID-19 Cases Skyrocket
by Daniel Estrin
Israel has announced it will launch another national lockdown after severe coronavirus infections began rising. The new restrictions begin on Friday.
Alphorns Are The Perfect Instrument For Social Distancing
The large wooden horns which are traditional in the Alps can be more than 10 feet in length. Over the weekend, professionals serenaded the German city of Dresden from the top of an apartment building.
How Climate Change Affects Wildfires
Wildfires have burned in six states on the west coast. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Char Miller, Director of Environmental Analysis at Pomona College about the the fires and climate change.
Families Remember September 11 Attack Victims
Families of those who died on 9/11 explain how they're remembering their loved ones this year since they can't travel to New York.
Parts Of America See Housing Boom During The COVID-19 Pandemic
by Greg Rosalsky
The lopsided housing market reflects two Americas: one living in booming "Zoom Towns" and one on the brink of eviction.