The Show Will Not Go On: Austin Cancels SXSW Because Of Coronavirus
“We are devastated to share this news with you,” organizers said. ” ‘The show must go on’ is in our DNA, and this is the first time in 34 years that the March event will not take place.”
Trump Administration Poised To Start Collecting DNA From Immigration Detainees
The Trump Administration says the policy change will help law enforcement apprehend criminal suspects. Rights advocates describe it as a serious breach of privacy against vulnerable populations.
Washington State Lawmaker Meets With Pence About Coronavirus
NPR’s Ari Shapiro interviews Democratic Sen. Patty Murray of Washington about Vice President Mike Pence’s visit to Washington state, and Federal government for confronting the coronavirus outbreak.
Seattle Business Feels Impact Of Coronavirus
NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks to Olga Sagan, owner of Seattle’s Piroshky Piroshky Bakery, about how the spread of COVID-19 in the region has affected her business.
Pub Quiz Competitions Go Mainstream At The ‘Geek Bowl’
The nation’s trivia geeks will descend on Chicago this weekend to compete in the “Oscars of trivia.” Teams are now gearing up for the big game called The Geek Bowl.
How People Are Stockpiling Their Pantries Amid Coronavirus Spread
We find out how people are stocking up on supplies in light of the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Nursing Homes Brace For Coronavirus Threats
Many of the deaths from coronavirus have been at a nursing home in Kirkland, Wash. Nursing homes face numerous problems controlling infection.
Michigan Ballot Delays Could Impact Election Night Results
The swing state added a new law that makes it easier to cast an absentee ballot. But election officials warn that other laws will make it hard for them to count the expected rush of absentee ballots.
Trump Campaign Works To Court Black Voters
President Trump has not been popular with black voters, but his campaign is trying to change that. A Black Voices for Trump event in Milwaukee shows why it’s going to be a uphill battle.
Bernie’s Bet On The Youth Vote
Bernie Sanders says he can bring millions of nonvoters into the November election — especially youth. But so far, those voters haven’t turned out in the numbers he’s been betting on.
Federal Judge Slams Barr Over Mueller Report
A federal judge has sharply criticized Attorney General William Barr’s handling of the Mueller report, saying Barr made misleading statements potentially to spin the report for the president’s benefit.
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