Health Care October 2020

World Bank Approves $12B For Virus Vaccines, Care

As part of a wider package to help developing countries fight the pandemic, the World Bank has approved $12 billion to help finance COVID-19 vaccines, tests and treatments.

Legal October 2020

Vote On Barrett's Nomination Set For Oct. 22

Will Amy Coney Barrett replace the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on the Supreme Court before the Nov. 3 election? And how would this impact issues like health care and abortion?

Financing October 2020

University Receives $60M For Business School

A South Carolina businessman donated $60 million to Clemson University. The gift will fund programs and scholarships, as well as go towards construction of the new business college.

Technology October 2020

Justice Dept. Vs. Google

Google may soon be facing a lawsuit from the Justice Department that alleges the tech giant is harming consumers. States including Arkansas, Florida and Texas are joining the lawsuit.

Global October 2020

Fate Of 545 Children Separated At Border

The parents of 545 children who were separated at the U.S./Mexico border cannot be found. About two-thirds of the parents are believed to be in their countries of origin.

Financing October 2020

LSU: $6M For Scholarships For Working Students

Thanks to one of the largest gifts for scholarships in the university’s history, LSU can financially assist more than 300 working engineering students for the next three years.

Legal October 2020

94% Of Student Loan Relief Claims Rejected?

U.S. District Judge William Alsup slammed Education Secretary Betsy DeVos for rejecting 94% of loan relief claims from students who say they were defrauded by schools.

Arts and Media October 2020

Celebrities Unite To Get Out The Vote

Celebrities ranging from sports stars and singers to actors and cartoon characters are participating in free, nonpartisan efforts to encourage people to vote in the 2020 election.

Health Care October 2020

FDA Approves First COVID-19 Drug

The FDA has approved remdesivir to treat COVID-19. A WHO-led study found the antiviral drug did not help with hospitalized COVID patients. Two other studies found the drug beneficial.

Health Care October 2020

'We're Not Going To Control The Pandemic'

The White House chief of staff told CNN that the government is focused on getting effective therapeutics and vaccines to market and that “We're not going to control the pandemic.”

Legal October 2020

What’s Next For Justice Amy Coney Barrett?

Justice Amy Coney Barrett could soon be voting on whether or not to shorten the deadline for receiving and counting absentee ballots in North Carolina and Pennsylvania.

Global October 2020

California Fires Keep Tens Of Thousands Away

Winds are creating a new risk as wildfires continue to rage in Southern California. Twin wildfires in Orange County have kept tens of thousands of people out of their homes.

Global October 2020

Dodgers Win The World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series. Game 6’s final score was 3-1. However, the Dodgers star player, Justin Turner, has tested positive for COVID-19.

Technology October 2020

FBI: Ransomware Threatens Healthcare System

The criminal gang known as UNC1878 has been targeting the healthcare system with a strain of ransomware known as Ryuk. They lock up hospital information unless they are payed millions.

Global October 2020

An Election Day Role For National Guard?

Will those voting in person on Nov. 3 see the military at their polling place? Depending on the state, yes, they may see members of the National Guard – although they might not realize it.