The latest in the deadly firefighter ambush in Idaho
Authorities in Idaho are trying to learn more about the man they say started a fire, then ambushed and shot three responding firefighters, killing two. The suspect is dead and his motive is unknown.
Coronavirus Updates: The Latest In The United States
NPR political and science correspondents break down the latest in the response to the coronavirus pandemic in the United States.
The Victims Of COVID-19: Leilani Jordan, 27
Giant grocery employee Leilani Jordan died April 1 of complications from COVID-19. She was 27.
Protests Against Lockdown Continue
Over the weekend, protesters across the country gathered to oppose stay-at-home orders and demand reopening of businesses.
Chain Restaurants Take Advantage Of Paycheck Protection Program
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with New York Times reporter Emily Flitter about the Paycheck Protection Program. It was meant to help small businesses, but instead benefited some large companies.
Federal Relief Check Helps Some People Pay Late Bills
Millions of Americans have received their $1,200 federal relief payments. It allowed some people to pay their overdue mortgages, bills and rent.
U.S. Military Also Struggling To Ramp Up Coronavirus Testing Capacity
Coronavirus testing in the U.S. military is as limited as it is among civilians. Even if testing availability increases, it would be enough only for critical jobs, like cyber or nuclear forces.
Life After Intubation: People Face Physical, Cognitive Issues
The majority of people recover from COVID-19, but some who have been in intensive care still have a variety of health problems, both physical and cognitive, after they leave the hospital.
VA Head Pledges To Provide Health Care Backstop, Responds To Lack Of Gear Claims
Veterans Affairs head Robert Wilkie responded to claims that his staff lack protective gear. He says the VA is fulfilling its "fourth mission" of providing a health care backstop for the U.S.
Rethinking Congressional Rules During The Pandemic
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Congressmen Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) and Tom Reed (R-N.Y.) about the latest coronavirus relief bill and calls for Congress to change its rules to allow more remote work.
5G Conspiracy Theories Trigger Attacks On Cellphone Towers
Dozens of cellphone towers and equipment boxes have been set aflame in Britain, apparently by people who believe 5G technology is helping to spread the coronavirus.
Meatpacking Plant Working Conditions Stoke Spread Of Coronavirus
Hundreds of meatpacking plant workers — many immigrants — have fallen ill from the coronavirus and plants are shuttering.