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(NPR) Wisconsin Supreme Court Overturns The State's Stay-At-Home Orders

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Wisconsin Supreme Court Overturns The State's Stay-At-Home Orders People line up for a COVID-19 test in a parking lot Monday in Milwaukee. This was one of two sites in the city to open Monday and offer free testing. Morry Gash/AP hide caption toggle caption Morry Gash/AP Coronavirus Live Updates Wisconsin Supreme Court Overturns The State's Stay-At-Home Orders According to the ruling, the orders were "unlawful, invalid, and unenforceable...

(NPR) The U.S. Is Giving Vast Sums Of Money To Fight COVID-19 Abroad. But There's A Catch

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The U.S. Is Giving Vast Sums Of Money To Fight COVID-19 Abroad. But There's A Catch An N95 respirator — a critical piece of personal protective equipment. The U.S. is now restricting the ability of aid groups abroad to use American funds to buy PPE. Xinzheng/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Xinzheng/Getty Images Goats and Soda The U.S. Is Giving Vast Sums Of Money To Fight COVID-19 Abroad. But There's A Catch Aid groups are frustrated by ...

(NPR) Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: Asymptomatic Carriers, Economy And Summer Plans

Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: Asymptomatic Carriers, Economy And Summer Plans The National Conversation With All Things Considered Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: Asymptomatic Carriers, Economy And Summer Plans On this broadcast of The National Conversation, we answer your questions about asymptomatic carriers of the coronavirus, the economy and summer plans for children.

State Department told to revisit sexual listing on passports

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State Department told to revisit sexual listing on passports Nation May 13 State Department told to revisit sexual listing on passports By Colleen Slevin, Associated Press

Native American tribe says their sovereignty allows checkpoints in South Dakota

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Native American tribe says their sovereignty allows checkpoints in South Dakota Nation May 13 Native American tribe says their sovereignty allows checkpoints in South Dakota By Stephen Groves

Wisconsin Supreme Court blocks Evers’ stay-home extension

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Wisconsin Supreme Court blocks Evers’ stay-home extension Politics May 13 Wisconsin Supreme Court blocks Evers’ stay-home extension By Todd Richmond, Associated Press

Nassar-related case dismissed against ex-university chief

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Nassar-related case dismissed against ex-university chief Politics May 13 Nassar-related case dismissed against ex-university chief By Ed White, Associated Press

Trump presses states to reopen schools, makes dig at Fauci

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Trump presses states to reopen schools, makes dig at Fauci Politics May 13 Trump presses states to reopen schools, makes dig at Fauci By Kevin Freking, Jill Colvin, Associated Press

Republican claims victory in special California House vote

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Republican claims victory in special California House vote Politics May 13 Republican claims victory in special California House vote By Michael R. Blood, Associated Press

Senate narrowly rejects new limits on internet surveillance

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Senate narrowly rejects new limits on internet surveillance Politics May 13 Senate narrowly rejects new limits on internet surveillance By Mary Clare Jalonick, Eric Tucker, Associated Press

Justices fear ‘chaos’ if electors can’t be required to back states’ popular vote winner

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Justices fear ‘chaos’ if electors can’t be required to back states' popular vote winner Politics May 13 Justices fear ‘chaos’ if electors can’t be required to back states' popular vote winner By Mark Sherman, Associated Press

WATCH: Michigan governor gives coronavirus update

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WATCH: Michigan governor gives coronavirus update Health May 13 WATCH: Michigan governor gives coronavirus update By Michael Kunzelman, Associated Press

(NPR) In South Korea And China, Loosening Restrictions Brings Coronavirus Resurgence

In South Korea And China, Loosening Restrictions Brings Coronavirus Resurgence Coronavirus Live Updates In South Korea And China, Loosening Restrictions Brings Coronavirus Resurgence Both countries eased some of their intensive rules after new cases slowed to a trickle. But clusters have cropped up again this month, and authorities are ramping up testing to try to curb the spread.

How COVID-19 is impacting indigenous peoples in the U.S.

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How COVID-19 is impacting indigenous peoples in the U.S. Nation May 13 How COVID-19 is impacting indigenous peoples in the U.S. By Randall Akee, EconoFact

WATCH: New York city mayor gives coronavirus update

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WATCH: New York city mayor gives coronavirus update Health May 13 WATCH: New York city mayor gives coronavirus update By Associated Press

WATCH: New York governor gives coronavirus update

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WATCH: New York governor gives coronavirus update Health May 13 WATCH: New York governor gives coronavirus update By Michael Hill and Marina Villeneuve, Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press

WATCH: D.C. mayor gives coronavirus update

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WATCH: D.C. mayor gives coronavirus update Health May 13 WATCH: D.C. mayor gives coronavirus update By Justin Stabley and Associated Press

Looking for a lighthearted joke? Call this Alaska hotline

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Looking for a lighthearted joke? Call this Alaska hotline Arts May 13 Looking for a lighthearted joke? Call this Alaska hotline By Dan Cooney

WATCH: As new clusters emerge, WHO warns virus may be here to stay

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WATCH: As new clusters emerge, WHO warns virus may be here to stay Health May 13 WATCH: As new clusters emerge, WHO warns virus may be here to stay By Lorne Cook, Elena Becatoros, Associated Press

Hikers fight plan for building border wall at the start of scenic Arizona Trail

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Hikers fight plan for building border wall at the start of scenic Arizona Trail Nation May 13 Hikers fight plan for building border wall at the start of scenic Arizona Trail By Astrid Galvan, Associated Press

U.N. forecasts pandemic to shrink world economy by 3.2%

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U.N. forecasts pandemic to shrink world economy by 3.2% Economy May 13 U.N. forecasts pandemic to shrink world economy by 3.2% By Edith M. Lederer, Associated Press

(NPR) Apple, Google Coronavirus Tech Won't Track Your Location. That Worries Some States

Apple, Google Coronavirus Tech Won't Track Your Location. That Worries Some States The Coronavirus Crisis Apple, Google Coronavirus Tech Won't Track Your Location. That Worries Some States Apple and Google are developing smartphone technology to help fight the coronavirus pandemic. But public health authorities in some states are chafing against the tech giants' rules.

(NPR) Apple, Google Coronavirus Tech Won't Track Your Location. That Worries Some States.

Apple, Google Coronavirus Tech Won't Track Your Location. That Worries Some States. The Coronavirus Crisis Apple, Google Coronavirus Tech Won't Track Your Location. That Worries Some States. Apple and Google are developing smartphone technology to help fight the coronavirus pandemic. But public health authorities in some states are chafing against the tech giants' rules.

Migrants working at German pork facility hard-hit by virus

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Migrants working at German pork facility hard-hit by virus Health May 13 Migrants working at German pork facility hard-hit by virus By Frank Jordans, Associated Press

‘ Painfully clear’ U.S. not as prepared for pandemic as it should have been, whistleblower to testify

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‘Painfully clear’ U.S. not as prepared for pandemic as it should have been, whistleblower to testify Politics May 13 ‘Painfully clear’ U.S. not as prepared for pandemic as it should have been, whistleblower to testify By Candice Norwood

U.S. intelligence agencies warn Chinese hackers may be targeting coronavirus researchers

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U.S. intelligence agencies warn Chinese hackers may be targeting coronavirus researchers Politics May 13 U.S. intelligence agencies warn Chinese hackers may be targeting coronavirus researchers By Ben Fox, Associated Press

Trump ramps up expulsions of migrant youth, citing virus

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Trump ramps up expulsions of migrant youth, citing virus Nation May 13 Trump ramps up expulsions of migrant youth, citing virus By Nomaan Merchant, Sonia Pérez D., Associated Press

Built for a global economy, Dubai now threatened by virus

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Built for a global economy, Dubai now threatened by virus Economy May 13 Built for a global economy, Dubai now threatened by virus By Jon Gambrell, Associated Press

WATCH LIVE: Expert takes your questions on COVID-19 testing

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WATCH LIVE: Expert takes your questions on COVID-19 testing Health May 13 WATCH LIVE: Expert takes your questions on COVID-19 testing By Justin Stabley

(NPR) Fauci Says U.S. Death Toll Is Likely Higher. Other COVID Stats Need Adjusting, Too

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Fauci Says U.S. Death Toll Is Likely Higher. Other COVID Stats Need Adjusting, Too A COVID-19 testing operation in Boyle Heights, California. Daily case counts may be on the low side since access to testing is limited in some parts of the world. Brian van der Brug/Los Angeles Times via Getty Imag hide caption toggle caption Brian van der Brug/Los Angeles Times via Getty Imag Goats and Soda Fauci Says U.S. Death Toll Is Likely Higher. Other COVID Stats Need Adjusting, Too ...

WATCH LIVE: House coronavirus oversight subcommittee holds first hearing

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WATCH LIVE: House coronavirus oversight subcommittee holds first hearing Politics May 13 WATCH LIVE: House coronavirus oversight subcommittee holds first hearing By Candice Norwood

(NPR) How To Make Sense of All The COVID-19 Projections? A New Model Combines Them

How To Make Sense of All The COVID-19 Projections? A New Model Combines Them Shots - Health News How To Make Sense of All The COVID-19 Projections? A New Model Combines Them Projections of deaths from COVID-19 vary wildly. How are we to make sense of the differences? One researcher has developed one model that compares and merges them all.

WATCH LIVE: Florida governor gives a coronavirus update

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WATCH LIVE: Florida governor gives a coronavirus update Nation May 13 WATCH LIVE: Florida governor gives a coronavirus update By Candice Norwood

(NPR) Combining Models, New Projection Puts U.S. Coronavirus Deaths At 110, 000 By June 6

Combining Models, New Projection Puts U.S. Coronavirus Deaths At 110,000 By June 6 Shots - Health News Combining Models, New Projection Puts U.S. Coronavirus Deaths At 110,000 By June 6 Projections of deaths from COVID-19 vary wildly. How are we to make sense of the differences? One researcher has developed one model that compares and merges them all.

WATCH LIVE: Maryland governor gives coronavirus update

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WATCH LIVE: Maryland governor gives coronavirus update Nation May 13 WATCH LIVE: Maryland governor gives coronavirus update By Candice Norwood

Paul Manafort released from prison due to virus concerns

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Paul Manafort released from prison due to virus concerns Politics May 13 Paul Manafort released from prison due to virus concerns By Michael Balsamo, Associated Press

WATCH LIVE: Virginia governor gives coronavirus update

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WATCH LIVE: Virginia governor gives coronavirus update Nation May 13 WATCH LIVE: Virginia governor gives coronavirus update By Candice Norwood

(NPR) Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Converge: 110, 000 Dead In U.S. By June 6

Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Converge: 110,000 Dead In U.S. By June 6 Shots - Health News Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Converge: 110,000 Dead In U.S. By June 6 Projections of deaths from COVID-19 vary wildly. How are we to make sense of the differences? One researcher has developed one model that compares and merges them all.

New refugees struggle to find footing during pandemic

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New refugees struggle to find footing during pandemic Nation May 13 New refugees struggle to find footing during pandemic By Brady McCombs, Associated Press

CDC coronavirus guidance more restrictive than White House

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CDC coronavirus guidance more restrictive than White House Nation May 13 CDC coronavirus guidance more restrictive than White House By Jason Dearen, Mike Stobbe, Associated Press

As Europe reopens, key virus protections are still elusive

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As Europe reopens, key virus protections are still elusive World May 13 As Europe reopens, key virus protections are still elusive By Nicole Winfield, Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press

Flynn case boosts Trump’s bid to undo Russia probe narrative

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Flynn case boosts Trump’s bid to undo Russia probe narrative Politics May 13 Flynn case boosts Trump’s bid to undo Russia probe narrative By Associated Press

LISTEN: Supreme Court hears cases centered on presidential electors

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LISTEN: Supreme Court hears cases centered on presidential electors Politics May 13 LISTEN: Supreme Court hears cases centered on presidential electors By Associated Press

Flynn case boosts Trump’s bid to undo Russia probe narrative

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Flynn case boosts Trump’s bid to undo Russia probe narrative Politics May 13 Flynn case boosts Trump’s bid to undo Russia probe narrative By Associated Press

(NPR) Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Agree: 110, 000 Dead By June 6

Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Agree: 110,000 Dead By June 6 Shots - Health News Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Agree: 110,000 Dead By June 6 Projections of deaths from COVID-19 vary wildly. How are we to make sense of the differences? One researcher has developed one model that compares and merges them all.

(NPR) Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Agree. The Picture's Not Good

Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Agree. The Picture's Not Good Shots - Health News Different Coronavirus Models Are Starting To Agree. The Picture's Not Good Projections of deaths from COVID-19 vary wildly. How are we to make sense of the differences? One researcher has developed one model that compares and merges them all.

(NPR) Combining Different Models, New Coronavirus Projection Shows 110, 000 Deaths By June 6

Combining Different Models, New Coronavirus Projection Shows 110,000 Deaths By June 6 Shots - Health News Combining Different Models, New Coronavirus Projection Shows 110,000 Deaths By June 6 Projections of deaths from COVID-19 vary wildly. How are we to make sense of the differences? One researcher has developed one model that compares and merges them all.