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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.
Video Game Lets Players Experience Being An Economy-Class Passenger
Now that fewer people are flying, you have a chance at a crowded and noisy experience at home. Take a seat in the economy section of a commercial flight — crying baby and all.
Republican Convention Highlighted GOP Agenda For The Next 4 Years
by Kelsey Snell
Even if President Trump is reelected, he would still face the same divided Republican Party, and entrenched partisanship that have ground Washington nearly to a halt.
Coronavirus Remains Persistent And Somewhat Unpredictable
by Allison Aubrey
Nearly 6 million people in the U.S. have tested positive for the coronavirus. Public health experts warn that the reopening of schools and businesses could lead to a rise in cases.
New York Philharmonic Takes The Show On The Road. Literally
After a five-month hiatus because of the pandemic, the New York Philharmonic Orchestra takes its show on the road in its pull-up concert series out of a pickup truck.
MTV Video Music Awards Held Virtually This Year Because Of COVID-19
The awards ceremony took place virtually as artists celebrated music created during the pandemic. There were new categories, including: best quarantine performance.
Race Is A Hot Button Issue Ahead Of November's Presidential Election
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Black conservative analyst Shermichael Singleton about the role of race in the Republican National Convention and the party's future.
How Are Presidential Candidates Responding To Violent Protests?
by Mara Liasson
Now that the political conventions are over, the latest turn in the presidential race has centered on protests and some incidents of violence. The issue appears to be a big one heading into November.
News Brief: Deadly Protest, Police Reform, Politics And Protests
Portland's mayor blames President Trump for the city's deadly violence. Wisconsin state lawmakers to meet for special session on police reform. And, protests are an issue in the presidential race.
Ohio Woodworker Creates Backyard Bar To Serve Neighborhood Squirrels
Michael Dutko told CNN that he was inspired after his neighbor said squirrels interrupted her bird watching. The Nutty Bar looks like a little patio. He has seven nuts on tap. All named after beers.