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NPR's A Martínez speak with Dr. Joseph Kanter, the top medical official of Louisiana Department of Health, about why the state has one of worst COVID-19 infection rates in the country.

The cat was a welcome distraction for Yankee fans while their team was losing the game by six runs. The speedy cat evaded the grounds crew before finally being corralled in left field.

A new grant is helping Olympians and Paralympians pay for child care while they compete in Tokyo. The $200,000 child-care grant is from the Women's Sports Foundation and clothing maker Athleta.

Voters in the swing district of Northampton County in the eastern part of the state talk about their concerns over inflation and the job market, and how the Biden White House is tackling the economy.

The race pits Nina Turner, an ally of Bernie Sanders and the so-called Squad, against Shontel Brown, who has endorsements from Hillary Clinton and James Clyburn. The contest could be close.

Is she the best long jumper of all time? "I am," she says. "Point-blank." Reese doesn't hold the world record, but she's established herself as an extraordinary athlete over a huge number of years.

Naeher was injured in the Olympic semifinal loss against Canada. Naeher landed awkwardly trying to swat the ball away in the first half. She played for a few more minutes and then was substituted out.

Sport climbing is new to the Olympic Games and seeks to find the best all-around athlete in three very different disciplines. Here's what (and who) to watch.

Both the U.S. and Japan had been undefeated after going 2-0 to win their groups.

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with New York Times writer Jazmine Hughes about the unique pop stardom Lil Nas X is creating for himself.