Nation Feb 23 New book details why the author fled racial prejudice in the U.S. Jury deliberations began in the trial of three former officers involved with George Floyd's killing. But long before the trial Floyd's murder became a touchpoint and catalyst for some Black Americans who debated leaving the country due to racial and…
Education Feb 16 How the political debate on teaching race in schools is impacting students and educators Black History Month has been celebrated in some form for nearly a century. But this year it comes as students are getting caught up in political scrutiny and alongside a coordinated effort to limit the teaching of race and racism.
Education Feb 07 States roll back mask mandates in schools despite opposition The decision Monday by the governors of New Jersey and Delaware to end masking mandates in schools makes them the latest states to roll back requirements. It comes as the CDC and groups continue to recommend masking in schools to…
Health Feb 02 Why the COVID death rate in the U.S. is so much higher than other wealthy nations More than two years into this pandemic, the United States death toll is the highest in the world. The country is closing in on 900,000 deaths, and its death rate is alarming -- particularly given that the U.S. was the…
Nation Jan 25 Many Californians still ‘trapped’ years after PG&E fires. Has the company improved safety? As the impact of climate change grows, so does the risk of ever larger and more frequent wildfires. No state knows that better than California. But the Golden State is also grappling with the role of one of the country's…
Economy Jan 18 What Activision Blizzard’s acquisition by Microsoft means for its pending lawsuits, gamers Microsoft announced plans Tuesday to buy Activision Blizzard — a huge leader in game development — in a deal valued at $75 billion. But the acquisition comes with significant issues. There have been numerous allegations of sexual misconduct in the…
Health Jan 17 Everything you need to to know about at-home COVID testing, masks A shortage of COVID testing has been a major problem across the country. Beginning this Wednesday, people will be able to order free at-home rapid tests from a government website. While the site's launch is being anticipated, many people also…
Education Jan 04 Newark schools temporarily return to virtual learning to avoid post-holiday COVID spike Out of nearly 100,000 public schools in the United States, more than 90 percent are back to in-person classes. But concerns over the spread of COVID has led some districts to close for the first two weeks of this new…
Nation Dec 28 What’s behind rising homelessness in America? The number of Americans living without homes, in shelters, or on the streets continues to rise at an alarming rate. Judy Woodruff reports on why that is, and what more can be done to prevent it.
Nation Dec 22 What you need to know about the extended student loan payment pause, child tax credit American graduates and their families may be feeling relief Wednesday after the Biden administration extended a pause on student loan payments. Payments will not be required before May 1, and the extension will help around 41 million borrowers. Meanwhile, millions…