May 11 Watch 7:58 This Chicago hospital shows why African Americans are suffering more from COVID-19 Congress has appropriated roughly $175 billion so far to help hospitals and other health care providers weather the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. But some are still struggling to keep up with the need, and racial disparities in the American… Continue watching
May 11 WATCH: Virginia governor gives coronavirus update By Justin Stabley and Associated Press Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam held a news conference to give an update on the state's efforts to fight the novel coronavirus. Continue reading
May 11 Watch 7:57 Pandemic means Americans with disabilities aren't getting the services they need By Stephanie Sy, Lena I. Jackson, Casey Kuhn For more than 60 million Americans with disabilities, the rapid spread of COVID-19 is especially dangerous. Many live in long-term care facilities, and they are twice as likely to experience poverty as those without disability. But so far, legislation has… Continue watching
May 11 Watch 7:09 Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on COVID-19 at the White House, pandemic voting NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report join Judy Woodruff to discuss the latest political news, including how the spread of COVID-19 inside the White House complicates the administration’s pandemic messaging, whether Americans will feel safe… Continue watching
May 11 West Wing visitors and staff now required to wear masks By Associated Press A memo sent to all staff outlined the new directive Monday after two staffers last week tested positive for COVID-19. Continue reading
May 11 Watch 5:07 What COVID-19 has meant for dating in America By Lisa Desjardins, Frank Carlson During the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants, theaters, parks and other places where people come together are closed in an effort to keep them apart. Meanwhile, people who share a home spending much more time together than they usually do. What do… Continue watching
May 11 New U.S. plans reimagine fighting wildfires amid virus risks By Rebecca Boone, Associated Press New plans offer a national reimagining of how to fight wildfires amid the risk of the coronavirus spreading through crews. Continue reading
May 11 Saudi Arabia triples taxes, cuts $26 billion in costs amid pandemic By Aya Batrawy, Associated Press Saudi Arabia has tripled taxes on basic goods, raising them to 15%, and has announced spending cuts of around $26 billion as it grapples with blows from the coronavirus pandemic and low oil prices on its economy. Continue reading
May 11 Commission votes to further study gun ban at Michigan Capitol By David Eggert, Associated Press A commission that oversees the Michigan Capitol has formed a committee to study whether to ban or restrict guns inside the building, after some lawmakers reported feeling intimidated by armed demonstrators protesting her orders to curb the coronavirus. Continue reading
May 11 Veterans groups, government brace for surge in mental health needs By Sarah Blake Morgan, Claudia Lauer, Hope Yen, Associated Press As job losses and increased social isolation take an extended toll, veterans advocates worry VA medical facilities won’t be able to meet demand for mental health services and that telehealth isn’t enough. Continue reading