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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.
Detroit Memorial Honors The City's Victims Of The Pandemic
by Laura Herberg
Detroit held a socially distant, city-wide memorial service for the more than 1,500 city residents who have died from COVID-19.
Roller-Coaster Aficionado Creates Mini Taylor Swift Theme Park
COVID-19 left a hole in Matthew Ables' summer schedule, so the SuperSwiftie crafted a mini theme park dedicated to Taylor Swift. The 60 attractions are based on Swift's most popular songs.
Writers Worldwide Contribute To Anthology About The Pandemic
NPR's Noel King talks to Ilan Stavans, the editor of the new anthology: And We Came Outside and Saw the Stars Again:Writers from Around the World on the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Teachers In New York City May Strike Over COVID-19 Concerns
by Anya Kamenetz
Next week's start for New York City schools is on shaky ground as one of the largest teachers unions considers a strike. The union, along with other groups, raised issues with the reopening plan.
It's On! Dave Grohl Accepts British Girl's Drum Battle Challenge
At just 10 years old, drummer Nandi Bushell has challenged musician Dave Grohl to a drum-off, and the lead singer of the Foo Fighters has accepted.
U.K. Students Begin To Return To Classes During COVID-19 Pandemic
by Frank Langfitt
Many parents in England are looking forward to this week's return to school, but the government's shifting policy on coronavirus precautions has some worried as infections rise.
Trump Will Fan Protest Flames, Wisconsin State Lawmaker Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Assemblyman David Bowen, who is a member of the state's legislative Black Caucus, about why he and other state lawmakers do not want President Trump to visit Kenosha.
Violent Protests Draw Comments From Trump, Biden Campaigns
by Scott Detrow
President Trump is headed to Kenosha, Wis., to highlight unrest and violence from protests against the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Trump focused blame on Democrats and opponent Joe Biden.
Slain Portland Protester Supported Right-Wing Group Patriot Prayer
by Conrad Wilson
The man who was shot and killed in Portland, Ore., over the weekend has been identified as Aaron J. Danielson. His friends and family are speaking about who he was and what he stood for.
China, India Handled COVID-19 Differently. Results Differed Too
In China, authorities handled the coronavirus pandemic by centralizing control and locking down vast swaths of the country. India didn't. How has that affected health outcomes in the two countries?
How Are Voters Responding To Trump's Law-And-Order Message?
by Maayan Silver
When President Trump visits Wisconsin Tuesday, it will be without the invitation of the governor. Trump has cited the protests in Kenosha as part of his law-and-order message.