Pandemic Fuels Record Overdose Deaths

The nation faces a grim milestone of having a record number of overdose deaths in 2020. One expert says social isolation increased the risk of dying from an overdose.
As COVID-19 Ravages His Force, LAPD Chief Looks To Boost Confidence In Vaccine

An informal survey found that 60% of Los Angeles police employees would get the vaccine when it's available to them. LAPD Chief Michel Moore describes how the department plans to increase that number.
The Latest On The NBA's Struggles With The Coronavirus

The NBA had a big week with a blockbuster trade and new concerns about the coronavirus as it ripples across the league and forces more game postponements.
State Capitols Nationwide Prepare For Possible Inauguration Violence

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Gov. Asa Hutchinson, R-Ark., vice chair of the National Governors Association, about governors nationwide preparing for unrest ahead of the inauguration.
Flint Resident Reacts To Charges In Water Crisis Case

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Flint, Mich., resident Jeneyah McDonald about her reaction to former Gov. Rick Snyder's criminal charges in connection with the Flint water crisis.

Pandemic Fuels Record Overdose Deaths
Pandemic Fuels Record Overdose Deaths
The nation faces a grim milestone of having a record number of overdose deaths in 2020. One expert says social...
As COVID-19 Ravages His Force, LAPD Chief Looks To Boost Confidence In Vaccine
As COVID-19 Ravages His Force, LAPD Chief Looks To Boost Confidence In Vaccine
An informal survey found that 60% of Los Angeles police employees would get the vaccine when it's available to them....
The Latest On The NBA's Struggles With The Coronavirus
The Latest On The NBA's Struggles With The Coronavirus
The NBA had a big week with a blockbuster trade and new concerns about the coronavirus as it ripples across...
U.S. Cities Are Trying To Figure Out Restaurant Week In The Pandemic
U.S. Cities Are Trying To Figure Out Restaurant Week In The Pandemic
With the pandemic having closed nearly 20% of restaurants nationwide, the traditional version of restaurant week is at risk. So...
A Look At Global COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts
A Look At Global COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts
Countries are taking a variety of approaches to their mass COVID-19 vaccination campaigns. NPR's international correspondents discuss the results in...

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