When Schools Reopen, Grandparent Caregiver's Safest Choice Is Homeschooling NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Keith Lowhorne, a caregiver to his three young grandchildren, about the possibility of schools reopening in the fall amid the coronavirus pandemic.
How 6 Problem-Solvers Tackled Pandemic Challenges In Their Neighborhoods From a generous urban farmer to a roving mariachi band, people are using their talents to help others. Read their stories — then nominate a problem-solver in your community. NPR Staff
Trump Wears Mask In Public For First Time During Walter Reed Visit "I love masks in the appropriate locations," Trump said Saturday. The president's frequent refusal to wear a face covering has stoked controversy, especially as coronavirus cases rise across the U.S. Alana Wise
Disney World Orlando To Reopen Despite COVID-19 Surge In Florida Disney World begins reopening its Orlando theme parks Saturday with distancing enforced and face masks required. Many attractions won't be available but Disney fans have eagerly awaited the restart. Greg Allen
As Kenya Keeps Schools Shut, Teen Pregnancies Are Rising The country's schools are closed until January as the coronavirus surges. Meanwhile, officials say there's an increase in underage expecting mothers. Eyder Peralta
Arizona Nonprofit Provides Housing For Homeless People With Coronavirus NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Thomas Salts, one of the COVID-19 patients treated and cared for in a Phoenix hotel by Circle The City, a nonprofit providing care and services to the homeless.
Coronavirus FAQ: How Do I Protect Myself If The Coronavirus Can Linger In The Air? Researchers say airborne transmission is possible, especially in cramped indoor settings, but it's unclear how much it contributes to the spread. Here's how to lower your risks, just in case. Pien Huang
Coronavirus cases in King County still rising. Highest numbers since April ‘I'm very confident that we'll see much higher levels of transmission in the fall and winter.’ –Dr. Jeffrey Duchin Paige Browning
Experts Worry About Arizona Health Care System As State's Hospitals Near Capacity Arizona hospitals are now reaching capacity — some have to send patients to other states. Many experts are concerned the health care system could soon crumble under pressure. Will Stone
Union Leader On Why Kids Should Not Be Back In Classrooms This Fall NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Cecily Myart-Cruz, president of United Teachers Los Angeles, about why her union is against reopening public schools in the fall.