CNN and the Washington Post report on revelations that President Trump knew more about the dangers of COVID-19 during the early stages of the pandemic than he conveyed to the American public. Politico breaks a story about how administration appointees encouraged the altering of information for seemingly political purposes. And Fox News asks Dr. Anthony Fauci for his thoughts on the controversy.

The Marshall Project talks with formerly incarcerated people who are helping to fight California’s wildfires — after having fought fires while in prison.

Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, a professional football player who is also a doctor in training, decided to sit out of this season to help fight the pandemic. Sports Illustrated has his story.

The Guardian has an op-ed written by an A.I. language generator.

The LA Times has the latest on the massive fires burning across California. And ProPublica explains why the country doesn't effectively manage these wildfires and says the problem was avoidable.

Poynter warns that election results may not be available until a week or more after November 3.

The Washington Post has the story of a man who discovered he has at least 19 children from sperm donations made nearly three decades ago.

Bloomberg describes the surprising ways airlines are making money during the coronavirus pandemic.

Politico describes how the pandemic is making economic inequality in the United States even worse. The Atlantic profiles people who have kept their well-paying jobs and, with fewer expenses, have increased their saving rates. And the Wall Street Journal talks to people with lower incomes who are continuing to struggle during the recession.

Joshua Yaffa, a  Moscow correspondent for the New Yorker, writes that by focusing too much on Russian disinformation and election interference, we’re letting existing societal issues go unresolved.

BuzzFeed News reports that Hurricane Laura has led to oil refineries and chemical plants in the Gulf Coast states spilling or leaking toxic substances into areas affected by the storm — jeopardizing the health of nearby residents.

A number of famous Americans got their start at the U.S. Postal Service. National Geographic has the story.

Stat explains the process the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would follow to approve a COVID-19 vaccine before clinical trials have ended. The Washington Post reports that some people are concerned about the FDA using emergency authorization to do so, while others argue such action could save lives if properly executed. And NPR talks with a White House vaccine adviser who is skeptical of the timeline.

Reuters describes the debate around qualified immunity — a legal doctrine that shields police from lawsuits while they’re on the job.

Derek Thompson writes for the Atlantic about how, throughout history, visionary responses to catastrophes have changed urban life for the better. And he argues that the coronavirus pandemic might present another such opportunity for us to improve our cities.

The Wall Street Journal collects advice from executives and career experts about how to look for a job during the pandemic.

Foreign-born voters make up an unprecedented 10% of eligible voters. FiveThirtyEight looks at the impact of this group, as well as the challenges newly naturalized citizens face in registering to vote.

Slate breaks down a recent CDC report about the number of deaths from COVID-19 in the United States. Vox talks with a cognitive scientist who provides insight into why some Americans are skeptical of the virus death-toll. And CNBC highlights Dr. Anthony Fauci’s recent interview confirming that more than 180,000 people have died from COVID-19 in this country.

The future of fashion might be clothing and accessories made out of fungi. The Washington Post talks to biomaterials company founders about their fungal products.

Politico describes the evictions ban that was enacted through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday. Meanwhile, CNBC explains how the payroll tax deferment could affect Americans’ paychecks. The Washington Post says the tax deferment will apply to millions of federal workers. And CNN breaks down how President Trump’s executive actions from last month have played out on the ground.

The Wall Street Journal talks with college students who question whether online instruction is worth paying full tuition, and explains the challenges of lowering tuition fees for institutions. And MarketWatch points out that public colleges are the most likely to face funding issues over the next few years.

National Geographic profiles the woman who developed the first successful antiviral drug.

The Washington Post looks at recent clashes between left- and right-wing protesters and asks whether law enforcement is treating both equally.

CNN reviews evidence that militia activity is growing.

And a former FBI agent, who previously worked undercover in far-right groups, writes for the Guardian about his recent research, showing a growing alliance between the far right, police officers, and the White House.

The Washington Post gives an inside look into how the White House pressured the FDA to rush the approval of convalescent plasma as a treatment for COVID-19, as well as overstate its efficacy.

After the tragic death of Chadwick Boseman, the Wall Street Journal has a helpful Q&A about colorectal cancer. And Time says the pandemic has caused delays to preventative screenings that could help diagnose early-stage cancers.

ESPN has the details of the NBA and its players union’s plan to support social justice and advance civic engagement. And Slate has a piece about how WNBA players have been protesting against inequality and racial injustice for years.

On the final night of the Republican National Convention, President Trump highlighted his record in office, and painted a dark picture of the country overrun by angry mobs and violence. The Atlantic analyzes the effectiveness of this type of messaging. Politico speaks to top current and former officials at the Department of Homeland Security who say they tried to warn the administration about the rising threat of violent domestic-extremists — but that their concerns fell on deaf ears. 

Plus, what would a second term for Trump bring? Fox News explains why the Republican Party decided not to put forward a new platform this year, opting instead to adopt the 2016 platform. In the Atlantic, David Frum lists 13 ideas that he argues unite the Republican Party.  Vox offers an explainer on what a second term could mean for health care. And the Washington Monthly looks at what’s at stake for immigration.

Apple News has coverage of the third night of the RNC.

The Washington Post is out with a profile of Mike Pence that describes his role in the White House and his relationship with President Trump. The Guardian says Pence can reach voters that Trump struggles to win over himself.

ESPN, the Washington Post, and Yahoo Sports roundup a remarkable day in sports, after multiple teams from the NBA and other professional leagues postponed games over the shooting of Jacob Blake by police.

Apple News highlights essential reporting of Hurricane Laura which made landfall in southwest Louisiana.

An AP reporter hikes into a redwood forest in California and finds that many of the trees survived the recent wildfires.