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The AFL-CIO building was damaged last week during protests in Washington.

Labor Leaders Call For Police Reform Even As Police Unions Face Growing Criticism

5:09pm June 10, 2020

by Don Gonyea

The AFL-CIO president backs changes to police practices and accountability. But the group is also facing criticism for continued ties with police unions.

The Olympic rings float in the water at sunset in the Odaiba section in Tokyo earlier this month.

Tokyo Olympics Organizers Aim To 'Simplify' Games

4:58pm June 10, 2020

by Austin Horn

Japanese organizing officials said Wednesday that they want to "streamline" the games, which may include seeking to reduce the total number of participants. They haven't provided specific details.

An oversized Grammy award on display backstage during the 62nd annual Grammy ceremony in January.

The Grammys Changed Some Categories. Will They Make Any Difference?

4:36pm June 10, 2020

by Anastasia Tsioulcas

The Recording Academy has announced changes for the names and definitions of four categories traditionally associated with artists of color. What does that mean for systemic changes at the Grammys?

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For the many Americans who have been protesting for racial equity and and an end to police brutality, there's a risk they've been exposed to coronavirus — and could bring the virus home to loved ones. Luckily there are smart ways to mitigate those risks

Protesting? Here's How To Help Keep Your Family Safe From COVID-19 When You Go Home

4:31pm June 10, 2020

by Maria Godoy

Crowded protests carry a risk of coronavirus transmission. But for some, showing up is nonnegotiable. Here's guidance to keep loved ones safe from the risk you might bring the virus home.

An employee sets a table for pickup orders at a restaurant in Arlington, Va. Even as states are moving to reopen their economies, tens of millions are out of work.

Federal Reserve Vows To Help Economy Weather The Pandemic Recession

4:15pm June 10, 2020

by Scott Horsley

The Fed leaves interest rates near zero as expected, and promises to use all of its tools to support the economy. Officials project unemployment above 9% at the end of this year.

On Wednesday the U.S. Senate's education committee heard testimony on reopening schools. (Top row from left: Sen. Lamar Alexander, Denver Public Schools Superintendent Susana Cordova, Sen. Bob Casey. Middle: former education secretary John B. King Jr., Se

Senate Panel Asks: When Can K-12 Schools Safely Reopen?

4:11pm June 10, 2020

by Cory Turner

The U.S. Senate's education committee grappled with the challenges public schools face as they prepare to reopen safely in the fall.

Democratic presumptive presidential nominee Joe Biden speaks via video at a funeral service for George Floyd in Houston on Monday.

Politics & Government

Joe Biden Has Come A Long Way On Criminal Justice Reform. Progressives Want More

4:11pm June 10, 2020

by Scott Detrow

The former vice president is calling for broad reforms to policing and criminal justice in the wake of George Floyd's killing. Progressives are cautiously optimistic, but want to see more.

University of Cincinnati pitcher Nathan Moore considers the proposed renaming of Marge Schott Stadium "a really simple decision."

She Was Generous. She Was Also Racist. Should This Ballpark Carry Her Name?

3:50pm June 10, 2020

by Tom Goldman

As debate swirls once again about Confederate monuments and symbols, the University of Cincinnati is having to wrestle with what to do about its baseball stadium named for controversial Marge Schott.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference in Washington on March 3. Companies can borrow money from the Fed under its new lending programs, but the central bank's effort to help the economy has had lopsided results.

Economy

The Fed Helped Companies Borrow Money. Some Laid Off Thousands Anyway

3:50pm June 10, 2020

by Jim Zarroli

Companies can borrow money from the Federal Reserve under its new lending programs. It's been good for the stock market, but the central bank's effort to help the economy has had lopsided results.

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Calvin (right), who wouldn't give his last name, citing safety, says he's concerned about rumors of antifa activists coming to Missoula. But such rumors have been debunked.

National

The 'Concerned Citizen Who Happens To Be Armed' Is Showing Up At Protests

3:19pm June 10, 2020

by Nate Hegyi

As anti-racism protests continue, people with guns are now coming to them. Rampant rumors of antifa violence draw some; others say they are protecting protesters.