White House Wants To Send Checks To Americans As Coronavirus Stalls Economy
"We want to go big," President Trump said as his administration seeks to revive the now-stalled economy.
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Oregon Police Remind Residents: Don't Call 911 If You Run Out Of Toilet Paper
"It's hard to believe that we even have to post this," said police in Newport, Ore. They offered a reminder for residents hunkering down due to the coronavirus: "We cannot bring you toilet paper."
Toilet Paper, Frozen Foods And Hand Sanitizer Purchases Are Up. So Are Gun Sales
As the coronavirus pandemic grows, the item that some people are lining up for is not toilet paper — but guns. In some states, ammunition and gun sales have soared.
He Wrote The 'All Things Considered' Theme. What Happened To His Instruments?
Don Voegeli wrote the original theme for All Things Considered on a Putney synthesizer. When he retired in 1982, all his synths were auctioned off. A lot of people have wondered where they went.
Maryland Governor Outlines Actions His Administration Is Taking Around Coronavirus
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan about the steps his state has taken to respond to the coronavirus epidemic.
Former Rep. Duncan Hunter Gets 11 Months In Prison For Misusing Campaign Funds
Former Republican Rep. Duncan Hunter of California resigned from Congress earlier this year. He and his wife were accused of misusing more than $250,000 in campaign funds.
Social Distancing Leads To Blood Shortage
Coronavirus concerns and social distancing guidelines have prompted organizers to cancel thousands of blood drives around the country. Now officials warn there's a shortage for hospitals.
Citing Security, Feds Drop Case Against Russians Linked To Election Interference
The Justice Department said the Russian companies in a case from the Mueller investigation were exploiting the U.S. legal system without being bound by it.
How To Be Alone, But Not Lonely, Despite The Coronavirus
As social distancing becomes common practice because of the new coronavirus, people are finding ways to stay connected and fight isolation.
Paid Leave Vs. The Pandemic
What if we renamed "sick leave" a "containment stipend"?