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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.
A Song To Help Cope With The Coronavirus Pandemic
Lisa Davenport of Pembroke Pines, Fla., shares the song that's getting her through these times: "Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley and the Wailers.
Wuhan's Breakfast Tradition Is Back As Coronavirus Lockdown Ends
After a 76-day lockdown, the city's reopening includes the return of its tradition of eating a medley of morning snacks.
David Allen Sibley Takes You Bird-Watching Amid Coronavirus Shutdowns
by Craig LeMoult
The author of "The Sibley Guide to Birds" has a new book aimed at people who want to know more about the lives of the birds they see out their windows.
Meet 2 Workers Who Bring Food To Doorsteps Amid Social Distancing
Michaellita Fortier says she delivers food during a pandemic because she knows people need it, while Jeff Kirby says he does it because it's his only job and he can't afford not to.
Week In Politics: Daily Doses Of Contradiction And Confusion
by Mara Liasson
President Trump's renewed calls to get the economy moving still fly in the face of what his health advisers are urging. Meanwhile, the pandemic reboots the vote-by-mail fight, and Wisconsin votes.
A New CDC Tool Aims To Close The COVID-19 Knowledge Gap
by Rob Stein
COVIDView, modeled on a tool used to track seasonal flu, pulls data from an array of sources to provide a better picture of the virus' spread. But some say it still falls far short of what's needed.
What's On Your Coronavirus Survival Playlist?
by Lulu Garcia-Navarro
Weekend Edition wants to hear about the songs that are getting you through this difficult time. Host Lulu Garcia-Navarro kicks things off with her pick: "Rise Up" by Andra Day.
Congress Has Committed $2 Trillion To Economic Relief. It's Considering Even More
With millions suddenly out of work, U.S. lawmakers are drafting for another coronavirus relief bill. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Rep. Nita Lowey, head of the House Appropriations committee.
Look Good, Feel Good: Keeping Up Your Beauty Routine As Self-Care
by Lulu Garcia-Navarro
Taking care of your grooming can be a critical piece of your psychological health. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to The Cut's beauty director, Kathleen Hou, about people's pandemic beauty regimens.
As Coronavirus Whips Through A Missouri Family, A Mom Hopes For The Best
by Maria Godoy
Misty Donaldson-Urriola and Edgar Urriola are recently divorced, but they're still close and raising three sons together. In March, Edgar wound up hospitalized on a ventilator. Then the kids got it.