Gunman who killed 23 at an El Paso Walmart pleads guilty, sentenced to life in prison
The Texas gunman who killed 23 people in a racist attack at a Walmart in El Paso in 2019 pleaded guilty on Monday and was sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole.
Sen. Braun On COVID-19 Concerns And Whether Indiana Reopen Too Soon
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Republican Sen. Mike Braun of Indiana who was among a panel of senators that questioned the nation's top public health officials at a Senate hearing on Tuesday.
Navajo Nation Reports Rapid Spread Of COVID-19
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez about the group which has the highest rates of coronavirus infection and COVID-19 deaths per capita in the U.S.
U.S. Races To Increase Domestic Production Of Swabs For Coronavirus Testing
There were early warnings of COVID-19 testing supply shortages, such as swabs. The federal government took until late April to ramp up domestic production. Will the U.S. be able to catch up to demand?
Paul Vasquez, The Viral Sensation Known As 'Double Rainbow Guy,' Dies At 57
Paul Vasquez died this week at the age of 57. He became one of YouTube's first viral hits when he posted a video of himself reacting to two rainbows over Yosemite National Park.
News Brief: Wuhan Testing, Uninsured People, Swabs In Short Supply
China plans to test every resident in Wuhan for COVID-19. New study examines how many people have lost health insurance since the pandemic. And, swabs for coronavirus testing are in short supply.
Famed Restaurant Uniquely Solves Social Distancing Issue
The restaurant at The Inn At Little Washington reopens soon in Virginia. It will likely operate at half-capacity. Chef Patrick O'Connell is placing mannequins at every other table.
Shooting Of Unarmed Black Woman In Kentucky Gets National Attention
The family of Breonna Taylor is demanding accountability after the black woman was fatally shot by police in her apartment in Louisville, Ky.
Michigan State Officials Plan For New Stay At Home Protest At Capitol
Michigan's governor has started lifting restrictions but critics say not fast enough. Officials worry armed protesters will refuse to follow safety measures when they gather at the Capitol Thursday.
India's Prime Minister Announces $260 Billion COVID-19 Rescue Package
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a relief package to mitigate the economic impact of the coronavirus.
Millions Of Americans Have Lost Health Insurance As Unemployment Soars
A report from the Kaiser Family Foundation estimates that 27 million people have recently lost health insurance, which most people get through their jobs. Getting new coverage can be complicated.
U.S. District Judge Delays DOJ Effort To Drop Michael Flynn Case
Judge Emmet G. Sullivan says he will allow outside parties to weigh in on Flynn's case before he decides whether to drop his charges. Flynn has already pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI.