Supreme Court allows Trump to fire members of independent agencies — for now
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday granted the Trump administration's emergency request to fire the heads of two independent agencies. But the decision is technically a temporary one.
As Texas Reopens, Furloughed Workers Hope To Rejoin Workforce
Businesses in Texas, such as a Joe's Crab Shack in San Antonio, are preparing to reopen. A furloughed server discusses his concerns.
Brown University President On Why Universities Need To Reopen By Fall
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Brown University President Christina Paxson about why reopening college and university campuses for the fall semester should be a "national priority."
Library Of Congress Unveils Open-Source Sampling Tool Called DJ Citizen
Brian Foo creates new music from old sounds. His audio remix project at the Library of Congress, which uses sound in the public domain, is called Citizen DJ.
Elective Medical Procedure Postponements Challenge Dentists, Patients
Most dental offices are closed due to the coronavirus, and that's a challange for both employees and patients. Treating dental emergencies can be risky.
India Uses Pandemic To Try To Muzzle Media, Press Freedom Advocates Say
With charges filed against a news editor and a plea for censorship to India's Supreme Court, activists say the Indian government is using the coronavirus crisis to interfere with press freedom.
Judge Unseals Documents Related To Michael Flynn's FBI Interview
New documents are out in the case of Michael Flynn, the former national security adviser who pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about his contacts with the Russian ambassador.
NCAA Moves To Allow College Athletes To Profit
A key NCAA panel has cleared the way for college athletes to be paid. Once approved, athletes could get sponsorship and endorsement deals but would not get money from their universities or colleges.
COVID-19 Tests That Are Supposed To Be Free Can Ring Up Surprising Charges
A graduate student in West Virginia was concerned she had come down with COVID-19. But she couldn't get tested for it until her doctor ruled out other things, a process that cost a bundle.
Coronavirus Takes Unprecended Toll On American Livelihoods
New figures show the economy saw its worst slow down in growth since 2008. And, a NPR poll finds 50% of people surveyed say they or someone in their household lost hours or a job due to the pandemic.
