Global August 2020

Cuomo Clears New York Schools Statewide To Open

Gov. Andrew Cuomo has cleared schools throughout New York state to reopen for at least some days of in-person classes. This will be alongside remote learning.

Health Care August 2020

Reports: Racial Disparities In Kids With Virus

Hispanic children have been hospitalized at a rate that is eight times higher than white children, according to a recently released Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report.

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.

Health Care August 2020

Can You Get COVID-19 From Secondhand Smoke?

The CDC has warned the public about the potential health dangers of breathing in secondhand smoke. But is the coronavirus now one of the health concerns connected to secondhand smoke?

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

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.

Global August 2020

Ex-Trump Adviser Charged In Border Wall Scheme

Steve Bannon, the former chief strategist to President Donald Trump, has been arrested; he and three others allegedly pocketed donations from the “We Build The Wall” fundraiser.

Financing August 2020

US Jobless Claims Climb Back Over 1M

As Americans wonder when and if there will be another virus relief package, the number of people applying for jobless benefits has risen back over 1 million.

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 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.

Global August 2020

Hurricane Laura Now Forecast To Be Category 4

Laura is forecast to be become a “formidable” Category 4 hurricane. In addition, the storm may be recharged by the Atlantic Ocean and strike the northeast.

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.

Technology August 2020

Teacher Develops Coronavirus Screening App

A Rhode Island teacher has created a questionnaire-based app for screening for COVID-19. The app includes questions provided by the state Department of Health.

Health Care August 2020

156 Virus Cases At University Of Miami

The University of Miami has more than 150 new coronavirus cases, leading to two floors of a residential hall being quarantined and some students being suspended.

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.