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While millions of Americans are out of work or working from home, millions more are working at factories nationwide, and they have some lessons for us on what it means to "reopen" the country.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Dr. Ram Alur, president of Physicians for American Healthcare Access, about restrictions faced by some immigrant doctors who want to help fight the pandemic.

Food writer Sam Sifton talks about family meals in the time of COVID-19. Justin Chang recommends three films to watch while sheltering in place. Jason Bateman explores his darker side in Ozark.

Cindy Neuroth of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, talks about how the pandemic affects her job as a sanitation worker. Much of the garbage she picks up is unbagged, and she's worried about her safety.

NPR's Scott Simon says slogans and bromides fall short when it comes to dealing with the new coronavirus.

Oregon Gov. Kate Brown spoke Friday with OPB about the state's COVID-19 situation, criticism from some Republicans, and the challenges of expanding the unemployment system.

Oregon and Washington have been in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic since late January, when the first U.S. case was confirmed in Washington state. This is how OPB's photojournalists have covered it on the ground (and in the air).

On reopening the economy, defunding the WHO and adjourning Congress, the president's style — aggressive strides forward in rhetoric, then a more realistic step back — was on display.

The coronavirus did not stop the centuries-old tradition observed annually at the tomb of Jesus. But adjustments were made. It was broadcast live to countless Orthodox Christians around the world.

Rikers Island jail in New York City is currently in the midst of a COVID-19 outbreak. Inmate Daryl Campbell is currently under quarantine and shares his experience.