Major deal wipes out $30 billion in medical debt. Even backers say it's not enough
Undue Medical Debt is retiring unpaid medical bills for 20 million people. The debt trading company that owned them is leaving the market.
Coronavirus Testing Begins To Ramp Up Across The Country
Coronavirus testing is still woefully inadequate across the U.S. Some experts worry about some of the steps the Trump administration is taking in the rush to make up for the slow start in testing.
COVID-19 Closes Boston Bars. Irish Singer Performs From His Porch
A journalist at member station WGBH in Boston, who moonlights as a pub singer, took to his porch Tuesday night to sing since many Massachusetts pubs have been closed because of COVID-19.
For People With Compromised Immune Systems, COVID-19 Is Serious
Rachel Martin talks to Suzan Norton and her son Michael about coronavirus worries due to his medical condition. His use of a ventilator puts him at high risk if he contracts the disease.
Amid Coronavirus Outbreak, Restaurant Industry Braces For Losses
Before restaurants closed in Ohio, an anonymous donor tipped $2,500 on a $30 bill at Coaches Bar and Grill in Columbus. In Houston, a $9,400 tip was left for the wait staff at Irma's Southwest Grill.
'Cats' Bombed At The Box Office But Now It Receives Some Accolades
The musical has earned several Golden Raspberry Awards for being the best, of the worst, in cinema. The awards include worst picture, worst supporting actress and supporting actor, and worst director.
Coronavirus Closes Schools. It's Unclear When Students Will Return
With schools shut down in the majority of states, school leaders are scrambling to plan for the future. They, along with parents, are asking an important question: When can schools re-open?
How Does Obama's 2008 Speech On Race Hold Up Today?
On this day in 2008, in the heat of the presidential campaign, Barack Obama gave a major speech on race. But it sounds very different now given how cultural attitudes have changed over 12 years.
Massive Measure Unveiled To Fight Coronavirus Economic Slump
The Trump administration proposed a $1 trillion emergency stimulus package to help the economy deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. The relief plan would include help for households and small businesses.
Joe Biden Wins Big In St. Patrick's Day Democratic Primaries
Former Vice President Joe Biden won primaries in Florida, Illinois and Arizona. Ohio postponed its primary because of coronavirus concerns. Will Sen. Bernie Sanders drop out now?
News Brief: COVID-19 Effects Hit Economy Hard, Biden Wins 3 Primaries
The Trump administration plans a $1 trillion economic stimulus. How will restrictive measures to fight the coronavirus be enforced? And, Joe Biden wins primaries in Arizona, Florida and Illinois.
