Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
Canine Siblings Separated At Shelter Reunite; Their Humans Take Credit
In a D.C. neighborhood, two dog owners noticed their pets looked a bit alike. Turns out, they were brothers.
The Texas Origins Of OPEC
For decades, the Texas Railroad Commission controlled oil production, even deploying armed National Guard members to enforce limits. The commission is again debating limits amid a new oil glut.
Outbreak Diaries: Calif. ICU Nurse Battles COVID-19 In Connecticut
Cynthia Lam is a trauma nurse with experience in war zones. She's now traveled to Connecticut to help take care of COVID-19 patients. She shares her story as part of our Outbreak Diaries project.
Politics Chat: Biden's Balancing Act
Presidential hopeful Joe Biden is speaking out about the sexual assault allegation against him. He's doing the difficult balancing act of respecting the accuser but denying the charges.
Should States Be Allowed To Declare Bankruptcy?
States are in dire financial trouble because of the coronavirus pandemic. Some Republican leaders in Washington D.C. have suggested states declare bankruptcy, but is that a possible option?
With Help From Psychology Professor Dad, 7-Year-Olds Run A Study
When SUNY Plattsburgh professor Jeremy Grabbe's 7-year-old triplets complained about not getting out because of social distancing, he enlisted their help in writing up a study.
Gowns For Medical Staff, Made Of Same Material As Masks, In Short Supply
Production of N95 masks has increased, but health care workers now say there's a shortage of gowns as the two protective gears are competing for the same materials.
Remembering Navajo Nation's Valentina Blackhorse, Who Died From COVID At 28
At least 70 Navajo Nation members have died from COVID-19. Among them was Valentina Blackhorse. NPR's Lulu-Garcia-Navarro speaks to Blackhorse's younger sister, Vanielle, to learn about her.
The Tie That Binds These Grandparents In Isolation? TikTok
NPR's reporter in Nairobi finds his parents connecting with his kids through TikTok. Formerly the realm of Gen Z, the app's now a family board game where Grandma and Grandpa reveal their silly selves.
Italy Eases Its Lockdown
Tomorrow, Italy begins lifting the lockdown it imposed March 9 to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Despite some of the strictest measures in Europe, more than 28,000 Italians have died.
Many Crews Remain Aboard Cruise Ships After Passengers Evacuated
Passengers of cruise ships were evacuated weeks ago, but many of the crews remain on board. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to the Guardian's Patrick Greenfield, who has been investigating why.