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Hurricane Helene is downgraded to a tropical storm but it will still cause problems
by Leila Fadel
The eye of Helene crashed into Florida's Big Bend region as a major hurricane. It brought punishing winds, a worrying storm surge and concern for those far inland as the storm moves north.
Police In Pembroke Pines, Fla., Finally Apprehend Missing Cow
Police found the cow late one night this week and managed to keep it in a fenced area until they could move it in the morning. They posted on Facebook: We wish the cow well on its future adventures.
Instagram Monologue Leads To An Unlikely Anthem For Uncertain Times
In the video, rapper Cardi B expresses all the anxiety she has about the coronavirus outbreak. Then DJ iMarkkeyz transformed a few clips into a song.
Johnson, Directed Homeland's Ebola Response, Discusses COVID-19 Strategy
NPR's David Greene talks to former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson about the steps the Trump administration is taking to try to mitigate the damage of the coronavirus.
Seattle Writer Recovers From COVID-19. 'We Thought It Was Probably Flu'
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Christy Karras, a writer based in Seattle, about her recovery from COVID-19.
ProPublica: Sen. Burr Dumped Stock After Calming Public About Coronavirus
by Tim Mak
Sen. Richard Burr warned some constituents to prepare for COVID-19's dire effects, according to a recording obtained by NPR. ProPublica reports Burr unloaded stock before the market volatility.
COVID-19 Pandemic Shuts Down Hollywood Productions
by Mandalit del Barco
Hollywood film productions — including The Matrix 4, The Batman and the latest Jurassic World — have shut down because of coronavirus concerns. Television productions are also shuttering for now.
Yes, You Can Take Your Kids For A Walk
by Elizabeth Blair
Washington Lawmakers Try To Sort Out Coronavirus' Economics
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer about federal aid to address the coronavirus' economic impact. The Senate is working on another measure that could total $1 trillion.
Trump Signs Aid Package, 2 Congressman Treated For Coronavirus
by Susan Davis
The Senate passed an emergency aid package and the president signed it. An even larger stimulus package is also in the works. Meanwhile, two members of Congress have tested positive for COVID-19.
Trump Closes U.S. Borders. Immigration Grinds To A Halt
by John Burnett
President Trump plans to seal off the U.S-Mexico border to migrants under a law intended to protect the country from communicable disease. The border with Canada is closed to non-essential travel.