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History Of Employer-Based Health Insurance In The U.S.

4:08pm October 07, 2020

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.

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Gold Star Mothers Reception Scrutinized After News Of An Attendee Testing Positive

4:08pm October 07, 2020

by Quil Lawrence

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

4:08pm October 07, 2020

by Tom Goldman

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.

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Pandemic Seems To Be Driving School Enrollment Down, NPR Investigation Shows

4:08pm October 07, 2020

by Anya Kamenetz

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.

Americans Struggle To Make Ends Meet As Chaos Surrounds Talks For More Pandemic Aid

4:08pm October 07, 2020

by Scott Horsley

President Trump abruptly pulled out of negotiations for more pandemic aid, then seemed to reverse himself. Forecasters say without federal help, recovery will take longer and be more painful.

Chairs are stacked outside a closed Ruby Tuesday restaurant at Orlando Intercontinental Airport on May 24, 2020.

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It's Not Goodbye, But Not Good Either: Ruby Tuesday Declares Bankruptcy

3:43pm October 07, 2020

by Alina Selyukh

The chain does "not intend to reopen 185 of their restaurants that were closed during the pandemic," Ruby Tuesday's CEO wrote in a court filing.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to supporters at a campaign rally for President Donald Trump last month in Jacksonville, Fla.

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Florida's Governor: Officials Can Require Face Masks, But Can't Enforce It

2:28pm October 07, 2020

by Greg Allen

In Florida, the governor and leaders of cities and counties are squaring off over a coronavirus mask order. Or, the lack thereof. The governor says masks can be required but people can't be fined.

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Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin Is Released On $1 Million Bail Bond

2:10pm October 07, 2020

by Bill Chappell

The charges against Chauvin in the death of George Floyd include murder in the third degree, which his release notice describes as "perpetrating eminently dangerous act and evincing depraved mind."

Workers clean plexiglass dividers installed at the University of Utah in preparation for the debate between Sen. Kamala Harris and Vice President Pence.

Beyond Plexiglass: Scientists Say This Simple Solution Could Keep VP Debate Safer

1:48pm October 07, 2020

by Maria Godoy

Since the coronavirus can spread through the air, scientists say plexiglass barriers alone may not be enough protection. But a contraption using duct tape, HEPA filters and box fans could help a lot.

Hurricane Delta crossed Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula on Wednesday, bringing intense winds and a dangerous storm surge. It's expected to approach the U.S. Gulf Coast on Friday.

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Hurricane Delta Now Leaving Yucatán Coast, Could Hit Gulf Coast As Major Storm

12:26pm October 07, 2020

by Bill Chappell

Hurricane Delta brought a dangerous storm surge to Mexico's Yucatán resort area. It has weakened, but Delta could develop 120 mph winds by late Thursday, the National Hurricane Center says.