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Next U.S. census will have new boxes for 'Middle Eastern or North African,' 'Latino'
by Hansi Lo Wang
Biden officials approved proposals for the U.S. census and federal surveys to change how Latinos are asked about their race and ethnicity and to add a checkbox for "Middle Eastern or North African."
Trump Campaign Works To Court Black Voters
by Ayesha Rascoe
President Trump has not been popular with black voters, but his campaign is trying to change that. A Black Voices for Trump event in Milwaukee shows why it's going to be a uphill battle.
Washington State Lawmaker Meets With Pence About Coronavirus
NPR's Ari Shapiro interviews Democratic Sen. Patty Murray of Washington about Vice President Mike Pence's visit to Washington state, and Federal government for confronting the coronavirus outbreak.
Seattle Business Feels Impact Of Coronavirus
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Olga Sagan, owner of Seattle's Piroshky Piroshky Bakery, about how the spread of COVID-19 in the region has affected her business.
Irish Voters Blow Up 2-Party System
by Frank Langfitt
The Republic of Ireland was created nearly a century ago, and for most of that time two center-right parties dominated politics. But a recent election ended that cozy duopoly.
Michigan Ballot Delays Could Impact Election Night Results
by Abigail Censky
The swing state added a new law that makes it easier to cast an absentee ballot. But election officials warn that other laws will make it hard for them to count the expected rush of absentee ballots.
Pub Quiz Competitions Go Mainstream At The 'Geek Bowl'
by Monica Eng
The nation's trivia geeks will descend on Chicago this weekend to compete in the "Oscars of trivia." Teams are now gearing up for the big game called The Geek Bowl.
More Kids Are Making The Dangerous Trip Across Texas-Mexico Border
by John Burnett
In a refugee camp just across the Texas-Mexico border, more and more parents are sending their children across the international bridge, alone, to get them away from squalid, dangerous conditions.
What's In The $8.3B Coronavirus Aid Package
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
The coronavirus funding bill just signed into law by the president puts over $8 billion dollars into the epidemic response. We break down what that money is actually for, and what might be missing.
How People Are Stockpiling Their Pantries Amid Coronavirus Spread
We find out how people are stocking up on supplies in light of the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Federal Judge Slams Barr Over Mueller Report
by Ryan Lucas
A federal judge has sharply criticized Attorney General William Barr's handling of the Mueller report, saying Barr made misleading statements potentially to spin the report for the president's benefit.
Bernie's Bet On The Youth Vote
by Juana Summers
Bernie Sanders says he can bring millions of nonvoters into the November election — especially youth. But so far, those voters haven't turned out in the numbers he's been betting on.