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When Schools Reopen, Grandparent Caregiver's Safest Choice Is Home Schooling

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Keith Lowhorne, a caregiver to his three young grandchildren, about the possibility of schools reopening in the fall amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Democratic presidential hopeful former Vice President Joe Biden spoke at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Tuesday night.

The Democratic Nomination Is Now In View For Joe Biden — And 5 Other Takeaways

The former vice president's win in Michigan, in particular, has solidified Biden's place as the front-runner to be the Democratic nominee.

The vernal equinox falls on March 19 nationwide this year. It's the earliest start to spring since 1896. This photo shows the Earth shortly before the moment of the equinox on March 20, 2019.

Spring Starts Today All Over America, Which Is Weird

Spring begins at 11:50 p.m. ET on March 19 this year. It is the earliest nationwide vernal equinox since 1896. Why, you ask? Get ready for orbital mechanics and a lot of information about calendars.

The food service industry is relying on takeout and delivery orders to keep businesses afloat and maintain effective social distancing for customers and workers.

How Safe Is It To Eat Takeout?

With fear of infection on our minds these days, it's easy to get panicky about everyday choices. Infectious disease and food safety experts weigh in on ordering dinner to go.

A woman wrapped in a blanket crosses the street near downtown Dallas on Tuesday. Northern Texas was likely experiencing its most severe cold snap so far this century, according to member station KERA in Dallas.

Winter Storm Is Not Over Yet For Much Of The Country

Heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures across the U.S. have kept winter storm warnings in effect from Washington to the Great Lakes into northern New England and a large section of the South.

Former President Donald Trump, who was booted off Twitter and other social media platforms, is teasing the possibility of launching his own platform.

Trump Teases Starting His Own Social Media Platform. Here's Why It'd Be Tough

Banned from the likes of Twitter and Facebook, Trump says he may launch his own social media platform. But there are reasons to be skeptical that it could help him regain his once-ubiquitous presence.

The Senate approved a $1.9 trillion rescue package on March 6. The House is expected to vote on the legislation this week.

Here's What's In The American Rescue Plan

The colossal package allocates money for COVID-19 vaccines, small businesses and anti-poverty programs like the child tax credit. Here are the highlights of the bill President Biden signed Thursday.

Trump's North Carolina GOP Convention Speech And The Phenomenon Of 'The Big Lie'

Following former President Donald Trump's address to the North Carolina Republican party convention, CNN Chief Media Correspondent Brian Stelter discusses Trump's speech and the future of the party.

The relationships between polarization and democracy in the U.S.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Didi Kuo of Stanford University's Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law about how political polarization is threatening democracy.

Brittany Martin, center, confronts police as demonstrators march in protest of George Floyd's death May 2020 in downtown Sumter, S.C. Martin, a pregnant Black activist serving four years in prison for her behavior at racial justice protests, is scheduled to have her sentence reconsidered as she struggles to reach her due date behind bars.

A Black protester voiced anger at police in South Carolina. She got 4 years in prison

Brittany Martin, 34, was convicted of breaching the peace in a high and aggravated manner, and may have to give birth in prison. An advocate notes that some Jan. 6 rioters are serving far less time.

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