Florida becomes second state to ban fluoride in public water
Florida has become the second state in the country — after Utah — to ban fluoridation of public water systems.
Trump's Comments On USPS Funding Has Voters Worried
In an interview with Fox Business News, Trump said that he was in favor of withholding funding to the postal service to hamper state efforts to expand mail voting. He later walked back on his stance.
Violent Crime Increases In Several Cities Nationwide
Cities from Chicago to Oakland report increases in shootings and killings since the pandemic began. Tensions from the pandemic may be contributing, but the answer isn't so simple.
Trump Executive Orders On Unemployment See States Footing Part Of The Bill
Louisiana and other states are struggling to keep unemployment state funds afloat, now the Trump administration wants them to contribute more money to federal benefits.
Some Colleges Offering Free Laptops For Students As Courses Go Virtual
Many colleges are moving forward with virtual fall semesters. For students, that means a laptop is essential. Some schools are offering free laptops for students, but others are on the fence.
California Teaming Up With Native American Tribes To Prevent Wildfires
For more than a century, California's Native American tribes were largely banned from doing traditional burning of the landscape. Now, they're restoring that practice to help prevent fires.
How College Football Is Changing As Conferences Decide Whether Or Not To Play
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with ESPN's Paul Finebaum, about what the Power 5 college football conferences plan to do for the upcoming season.
Venezuelan Migrants Return Home Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Thousands of Venezuelans are trying to make their way back to the country they fled. They left because of the economic crisis to look for work elsewhere, but the pandemic has cost them those jobs.
Why Some Restaurants Are Thriving In The Pandemic While Others Struggle
While most restaurants were hurt by the pandemic, certain types are going strong. It's not just drive-through fast food joints, but longtime stalwarts serving comfort foods people are craving.
Thai Students Protest Military, Monarchy
Students in Thailand have been protesting in recent days over the military's involvement in Thai politics.