California governor says Trump is sowing 'more chaos' by ordering Marines to LA
Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., told NPR that the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles by President Trump is "an illegal act."
What's The Government's Plan For Rollout Of 150 Million Rapid Coronavirus Tests?
NPR's Tonya Mosley talks with Brett Giroir, assistant secretary for health at the Department of Health and Human Services, about the plan to distribute over 150 million rapid coronavirus tests.
How Does Poll Watching Work?
NPR's Tonya Mosley talks with Tammy Patrick, senior advisor to the elections program at the Democracy Fund, about how poll watching works and a history of voter intimidation at the polls.
People Who Don't Usually Vote Share Their Thoughts On This Year's Election
Political parties have to work even harder this year to get nonvoters registered and going to the polls. And some people in politically divided Pueblo, Colo., still feel like voting isn't for them.
Sudan Faces More U.S. Demands After Suggestion It Could Be Taken Off Terrorism List
After Sudan's longtime dictator was ousted last year, chances improved for the country to be removed from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism. Last-minute hurdles, however, could delay it.
The Meaning Behind Mooncakes
The Mid-Autumn Festival began Thursday in China and around the world. People celebrate the harvest moon by eating mooncakes and lighting lanterns. NPR discusses the symbolism behind the mooncake.
Activists On How To Sustain Movement Against Police Brutality
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with community organizer Shameka Parrish-Wright and Kentucky state Rep. Attica Scott about what steps activists want to see taken to end police brutality against Black people.
School Districts Rethink Attendance Policies To Accommodate Pandemic Realities
Attendance is one of the most important factors that determine a student's success, and daily head count is crucial to school funding. But in the pandemic, schools have to rethink attendance policies.
Oregon Governor On Confronting Reality Of Longer And Hotter Fire Seasons
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Oregon Gov. Kate Brown about the impact of the devastating fires and how they might become the state's new normal due to climate change.
A Study In India Shows That Children Play Major Role In Coronavirus Transmission
A massive study of coronavirus cases in India found that a significant number of virus transmissions originate from and happen between children.
Wisconsin Health Officials Worry About Coronavirus Surge As Cold Weather Nears
Wisconsin is facing a spike in coronavirus cases. Health officials say weddings, parties and youth sports are among contributing factors and worry about the coming cold weather driving people indoors.