Navajo Reservation Files Lawsuit Over Mail-In Voting In Arizona
In a lawsuit over voting by mail in Arizona, plaintiffs say timely mail delivery is not a given on a remote Navajo reservation and are demanding changes.
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Pandemic Drives More Americans To Food Banks
As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, more Americans are finding themselves in need of financial assistance. Food banks are feeling the pinch. And many of them say they can't keep up with demand.
Vice Presidential Debate Preview
Vice President Pence and Democratic vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris are set for a debate on Wednesday in Utah. NPR discusses what is at stake for each of them.
Kamala Harris' Chief Of Staff On The Strategy For Vice Presidential Debate
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Karine Jean-Pierre, chief of staff for vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris, about the strategy and safety precautions going into Wednesday's debate.
News From 4 Years Ago: Russian Hacking, 'Access Hollywood,' John Podesta's Emails
Four years ago, the U.S. government accused Russia of hacking Democratic National Committee emails, the Access Hollywood tape surfaced and WikiLeaks released some of John Podesta's emails.
How Maine's Ranked-Choice Voting System Works
In Maine, polls show a close contest between Republican Sen. Susan Collins and Democrat Sara Gideon. One factor in determining the winner may be the state's ranked-choice voting system.
History Of Employer-Based Health Insurance In The U.S.
As more Americans lose their jobs due to the pandemic, they also lose their health insurance tied to their employment. NPR dives into the origins of employer-based health insurance in the U.S.
Gold Star Mothers Reception Scrutinized After News Of An Attendee Testing Positive
A White House event for the families of deceased U.S. troops has come under scrutiny after it was disclosed that a Coast Guard admiral who attended the event has tested positive for the coronavirus.
NFL Confirms More Coronavirus Cases Among Players
More NFL players have tested positive for the coronavirus, including two others on the Tennessee Titans. A New England Patriots player has also tested positive after Monday's game against Kansas City.
Pandemic Seems To Be Driving School Enrollment Down, NPR Investigation Shows
In many states, this week marks fall count day, when schools must submit enrollment numbers to determine state funding for the next year. But the pandemic seems to be driving down those enrollments.