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Jennifer Aniston's production company plans to reboot '9 to 5'
The 1980 classic starred Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin as three women seeking revenge against their sexist boss. It made more than $100 million at the box office.
News Brief: Relief Measure, COVID-19 Mutations, Computer Hack
Congress ends months-long stalemate and passes $900 billion coronavirus relief bill. The U.K.'s COVID-19 variant has 17 mutations. Plus, how should the U.S. respond to the massive computer hack?
A Possible Predator Was Seen In The Woods In Portland, Ore.
The Multnomah County sheriff's office got a call that a big cat with spots was loose. The zoo said all cheetahs were accounted for. Deputies found a large stuffed animal, a cheetah, sitting on a log.
After Months Of Partisan Squabbling, Lawmakers Reach COVID-19 Relief Deal
by Claudia Grisales
The nearly $900 billion package includes a new round of direct payments to qualifying Americans, a boost in weekly unemployment benefits; and funds for small-business aid and vaccine distribution.
Restaurants Try To Adapt During The COVID-19 Pandemic
by Will Stone
Some restaurants have only been able to survive by offering outdoor dining. With cold weather, many are enclosing those spaces — at the same time some jurisdictions are banning any sit-down dining.
Advice For Getting Through The Holidays When You're Far From Family
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans will be separated from family for the first time this holiday season. That's nothing new for undocumented immigrants. They offer some advice.
Oregon Hospitals Told Not To Withhold Care Because Of A Person's Disability
by Joseph Shapiro
During a pandemic, doctors make hard choices about who gets care. Federal law says they can't rule out someone based on disability or age. But some worry the decisions are made behind closed doors.
Hackers Exploited U.S. Trusted Relationship With 3rd Party, Krebs Says
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Christopher Krebs, who was up until recently the top cybersecurity official in the country, about a computer hack of federal agencies. It's believed Russia is responsible.
Tiger Woods And Son Charlie Played In PNC Championship
Tiger Woods played in a weekend golf tournament with his 11-year-old son Charlie. The younger Woods played like a champion much to his dad's delight. Justin Thomas and his father won the championship.
Mexico Opens Its Doors To U.S. Tourists Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
by Carrie Kahn
Barred from traveling to many countries, Americans are flocking to Mexico despite the risk of the coronavirus and CDC warnings not to visit the country.
News Brief: Pandemic Relief, COVID-19 Mutation, 2nd Vaccine
Lawmakers reach a deal on a coronavirus relief package. A mutation of COVID-19 is discovered spreading in the U.K. Plus, the latest vaccine news from the U.S.
At-Risk Teachers Struggle With Returning To In-Person Classes
by Liz Schlemmer
Staffing schools for in-person learning hasn't been easy. In North Carolina, the pressure to keep schools open during the coronavirus pandemic has left some teachers without any good options.