Digital Contact Tracing Could Help End Quarantine. Here's How It Works
Smartphone apps could help public health officials trace the spread of the virus. But this tech has caused concern among privacy advocates.

Why Summer Didn't Slow Down COVID-19
Some experts had hoped summer would help control the pandemic. But COVID-19 cases are nearing record levels nationwide. Here's what happened.
By Andrew Lawler / Newsy
Reshaped By Pandemic, Cities Claim Streets For More Than Just Cars
As people head outdoors this summer, cities help them to maintain safe distances by creating "slow streets," roads designed for more than just cars.
By AP Photo/Jeff Chiu
What Connects HIV And COVID-19? Their Impact On Black People
Dr. Anthony Fauci says pandemics expose how the American health care system fails black communities.
By Newsy / Dave GlanzTop Stories

Why is the Super Bowl halftime show such a big deal?
Despite a huge TV audience, the NFL doesn’t pay performers — though it does cover their expenses.
By Matt York / AP
Mount Washington to reach wind chills of -100F, as cold as Mars
The Mars Curiosity rover has recorded nighttime temperatures in recent days of 105 degrees below zero. Temperatures don't often get that low on Earth.
By Robert F. Bukaty / AP
Why are more states changing pay transparency laws?
New laws mean more employers are required to share salary data with prospective employees.
By Julia Nikhinson / AP