Ruth Talbot

America's 200,000 COVID-19 Deaths: Small Cities And Towns Bear A Growing Share

By Sean McMinn & Ruth Talbot & Jess Eng • Sep 22, 2020

When COVID-19 claimed its first 100,000 lives in the U.S., Hidalgo County, Texas, seemed to have avoided the worst of it. The county, which sits on the border with Mexico, had just 10 deaths when the U.S. crossed that tragic milestone on May 27.

From Rent Freezes To Liquor Buybacks: How States Are Helping People Cope

By Sean McMinn & Ruth Talbot • Jun 10, 2020

Millions have lost their jobs during the coronavirus shutdowns, placing an unprecedented burden on public welfare programs designed to help people in these situations. For those people and others who are hurting financially as a result of the virus, it's often the case that where you live determines what kind of help is available.