May 13 Watch 4:28 A former prisoner's Brief But Spectacular take on second chances Ryan Ramnarace got a second chance at life when he was released from federal prison. After serving 14 years, he decided he wanted to be a positive presence for his family and community. He tells us about his progress in… Continue watching
May 13 The U.S. birth rate began dropping years before the pandemic. Here's why By Courtney Vinopal Even as the U.S. economy turns a corner, several women told the PBS NewsHour that the pandemic exacerbated already-existing anxieties they had about raising children in America, and they’re not certain when they’ll feel equipped to support a family. Continue reading
May 13 Chief of teachers union is 'all in' on full fall reopening By Collin Binkley, Associated Press The president of the American Federation of Teachers called Thursday for a full return to in-person learning in the fall, saying the union is "all in" on bringing students back to the classroom. Continue reading
May 13 WATCH: Biden warns against gas price gouging after cyberattack By Josh Boak, Associated Press President Joe Biden is scheduled to deliver remarks on the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack Thursday morning, more evidence of his administration's awareness of the political perils associated with the shutdown. Continue reading
May 13 WATCH: DHS Secretary Mayorkas testifies on unaccompanied minors at the border By Associated Press Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is back on Capitol Hill facing questions about the immigration problems along the Southern Border. Continue reading
May 13 WATCH: Acting ICE director testifies on agency resources, priorities By News Desk Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement director Tae Johnson will testify Thursday before the House Appropriations Committee about resource management and operational priorities. Continue reading
May 13 U.S. unemployment claims drop to 473,000, a new pandemic low By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen. Continue reading
May 12 U.S. advisers endorse Pfizer COVID-19 shot for kids 12 and up By Lauran Neergaard, Mike Stobbe, Associated Press The younger kids in some places are already rolling up their sleeves. But much of the nation was waiting for Wednesday's recommendations from advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Continue reading
May 12 Watch 10:41 NIH director optimistic about teen vaccinations, says it's 'time to roll up your sleeves' On Wednesday afternoon, a key advisory panel to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended allowing Pfizer's COVID-19 shots for children aged 12 to 15. Many parents have been eagerly awaiting this decision, but it's far from universal. Dr. Continue watching
May 12 Watch 3:44 A Brief But Spectacular take on dancing into old age 96-year-old Stuart Hodes took his first dance lesson at the Martha Graham school after being discharged from a distinguished stint as an air force aviator in World War II, and he has been dancing through life ever since. He recently… Continue watching