Bread For The World CEO On The State Of Hunger
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Bread for the World CEO Reverend Eugene Cho about the state of food insecurity in the U.S. and around the globe.
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For One Food Insecure Family, The Pandemic Leaves 'No Wiggle Room'
The number of families struggling to afford food has skyrocketed since the start of the crisis. One family in Champaign, Ill., used to volunteer at a food pantry — now they depend on it.
Food Insecurity In The U.S. By The Numbers
Before the pandemic, the number of families lacking consistent access to enough food had been steadily falling. Today, new estimates point to some of the worst rates of food insecurity in years.
Woman Charged With Attempted Murder After Driving Into Pro-Trump Protesters
It's the latest in a string of vehicular violence since nationwide protests over systemic racism began in May.
NY Parole Of Former Black Panther Activist Who Murdered 2 Cops Sparks Reform Debate
Anthony Bottom, 68, is at the center of a discussion over elderly inmates convicted of violent crimes in their youth. Reform advocates say after decades behind bars most should go home.
Some Black Americans Buying Guns: 'I'd Rather Go To Trial Than Go To The Cemetery'
As the U.S. faces a fight for racial justice in the aftermath of police killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, some Black Americans are considering how they can best protect themselves.
As Election Nears, Trump Expands Moratorium On Exploratory Drilling In Atlantic
The move extends a moratorium Trump imposed earlier this month. The oil industry opposes the move. Trump's detractors say Trump is playing politics ahead of a close election battle.
Teen Activist Pushes To Lower Voting Age To 16
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Tyler Okeke, a youth organizer who advocates voting at 16, about how lowering the voting age could improve Generation Z's turnout at the polls.
In California, Windy, Dry Weather Expected To Bring 'Critical' Fire Conditions
The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings throughout parts of the state. Cal Fire says winds and low humidity are expected to exacerbate fire conditions and drive up temperatures.
COVID-19 Daily Cases On The Rise In Nearly Half Of U.S. States
The U.S. reported more than 55,000 infections Friday, pushing the total number of cases to more than 7 million. Some two dozen states saw new cases continue to rise this past week.