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House passes bill aimed to combat antisemitism amid college unrest
by Barbara Sprunt
House Speaker Mike Johnson met with a group of Jewish students at Columbia University who say they've experienced antisemitic speech and harassment from protesters on and off campus.
Election Officials Worry Postal Changes Could Affect Voting By Mail
by Sally Herships
Service cuts at the U.S. Postal Service have some election officials concerned that the dramatic pandemic-induced expansion of vote by mail could face delays as ballots are being returned.
GOP Relief Bill Sets The Stage For A Showdown With Democrats
by Claudia Grisales
After lengthy negotiations, Senate Republicans rolled out their plan for the next wave of coronavirus aid. Under it, supplemental unemployment payment would fall to $200 per week through September.
What's Up, Doc? Bugs Bunny's Age. Cartoon Rabbit Turns 80
Bugs Bunny, the iconic cartoon character, made his official debut in the 1940 Oscar nominated short, The Wild Hare. The Looney Tunes standout was first voiced by actor Mel Blanc.
After Coronavirus Outbreak Among Miami Marlins, Is It Safe To Play Ball?
by Tom Goldman
Major League Baseball has postponed three games because of a coronavirus outbreak in the Miami Marlins' organization. At least 13 players and coaches have tested positive for COVID-19.
As Coronavirus Cases Surge, NPR Examines Hospital Capacity
A new NPR News data analysis looks at what's been happening in Louisiana, Idaho and Washington and how institutions in those states are handling hospital and ICU bed capacity problems.
News Brief: GOP Relief Bill, Hospital Bed Capacity, MLB Postponements
After delays, Republicans roll out pandemic relief bill. The crisis is overwhelming public health capacity in many states. And, Major League Baseball postpones 3 games after a coronavirus outbreak.
Rare Blue Lobster Discovered At An Ohio Red Lobster
The Akron Zoo quickly sprang into action and rescued the Blue crustacean from the Red Lobster in Cuyahoga Falls. The lobster has been given the name Clawde.
Trump Administration Deploys Additional Law Enforcement To Portland
by Conrad Wilson
More federal law enforcement officers are heading to Portland, Ore., despite officials acknowledging their presence is escalating tensions. Protests are growing and remain focused on racial justice.