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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.
News Brief: Portland Shooting Suspect, Rochester Protests, Trump's Pennsylvania Visit
The suspect in a fatal shooting of a protester in Portland was killed by law enforcement. Protests against police violence continue in Rochester, N.Y. And Trump holds a Pennsylvania rally.
Kentucky Hat Makers Accessorize With Masks For Upcoming Derby
The Kentucky Derby is known for its horses, and the spectacular hats that attendees wear. But this year the pandemic has milliners adding an extra accessory to the famous headgear.
Trump Energizes Voters At Rally In Pennsylvania
by Scott Detrow
President Trump traveled to Latrobe, Pa. to rev up his supporters in a large rally. It's become a central part of Trump's electoral strategy this year but his strategy carries a lot of risk.
Rochester Officers Suspended Over Death Of Daniel Prude
by Liz Baker
The mayor of Rochester, N.Y., has ordered the immediate suspension of seven police officers over the death of Daniel Prude, a Black man who died after being restrained during his arrest in March.
One Kentucky Town Has Almost Recovered From Its Job Losses During The Pandemic
by Scott Horsley
In Owensboro, Kentucky, the the unemployment rate this summer was actually lower than it was before the pandemic.
Belarusian Opposition Leader Says Her Country's President Cheated In Election
NPR's Steve Inskeep interviews Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, who ran for president of Belarus against long-time incumbent Alexander Lukashenko. She says the election was fraudulent.
Long Haul Trucking Means Better Prices For Consumers, But Drivers Suffer Low Wages
by Keith Romer
Lower costs for trucking mean savings at the cash register for consumers. But it may also be why some truckers are being paid less and less.
CDC Wants States To Plan For COVID-19 Distribution By October
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
The CDC wants states to come up with plans to distribute a COVID-19 vaccine by October. It's a tight deadline, especially as plans for testing and contact tracing have been slow to come to fruition.
Heart Of Belgian City's First Mayor Found Entombed In Fountain
Mayor Pierre David of the Belgian city Verviers was the city's first mayor, and served until his death in 1839.
Teen Swims Across English Channel
16-year-old Vera Rivard trained for two years for the 14 hour journey from Britain to France.