Global August 2020

Schools’ Face Major Dilemma; 5 Things To Know

School boards across the country are reaching out to the communities to help them decide what to do about the pandemic. Meanwhile, the NFL is requiring players to wear masks.

Global August 2020

Does Congress Control The Post Office?

Tensions are rising about the state of the USPS with Speaker Nancy Pelosi calling the House back into session and a vote on the "Delivering for America Act" expected for August 22.

Global August 2020

100th Anniversary Of Women's Suffrage

The 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage is both a reminder of positive progress but also of how women in Latino, African American and other communities continue to face barriers.

Global August 2020

Nearly 40 Fires Rage Across California

Across California, fires are forcing thousands to evacuate. A state fire spokesperson said, “we are stretched thin for crews,” and that, “air resources have been stretched thin.”

Global August 2020

Nearly 40 Fires Rage Across California

Across California, fires are forcing thousands to evacuate. A state fire spokesperson said, “we are stretched thin for crews,” and that, “air resources have been stretched thin.”

Global August 2020

Democrats Across America Nominate Biden

The first-ever virtual roll call vote took place at the Democratic National Convention. As a result, the Democratic Party has formally nominated Joe Biden as its candidate.

Health Care August 2020

US Virus Deaths Reveal Toll On People Of Color

New coronavirus information from the CDC has revealed an outsize toll on people of color, specifically Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans and Asian Americans.

Global August 2020

Hurricane Tropical Storm Forecast

In a possible historical first, tropical storms Marco and Laura may combine and create life-threatening winds and flooding; areas in potential danger range from Texas to Alabama.

Global August 2020

Hurricane Laura Aims At US Coast

Laura has strengthened from a tropical storm into a hurricane and is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane. Areas of Texas and Louisiana are being evacuated.

Health Care August 2020

VSU Reverses Decision To Reopen Campus

Concerns about preventing the spread of coronavirus between the students has led VSU to not reopen campus and instead go fully virtual for the beginning of the academic year.

Health Care August 2020

Experts Bewildered By New COVID Testing Advice

Health experts are bewildered by new COVID-19 guidelines: now the CDC’s website states testing is not necessary for those who have been in close contact with an infected individual.

Health Care August 2020

Who Is Protected By Face Masks?

Studies show that wearing a surgical or cloth face mask protects the wearing from coronavirus. It also offers some protection for those around the wearer.

Global August 2020

Hurricane Laura's Leftovers Move East

Although Hurricane Laura has gone from a Category 4 storm to a tropical depression, forecasters warn that the remnants of the hurricane could become a tropical storm again.

Global August 2020

Migrant Kids Detained In Several Hotel Chains

The Trump administration has detained at least 660 migrant kids in hotel chains since March, including Hilton, Marriott International Inc. and Choice Hotels International Inc.

Global September 2020

Detained Migrants Plead For Help After Storm

Men at a Louisiana immigration detention center pounded on windows, pleading to be let outside. According to two detainees, conditions include overflowing toilets.