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The stands at the Australian Open will be looking quite empty for the next five days after officials in the state of Victoria called for a five-day lockdown of the region. Spectators won't be allowed at Melbourne Park during that time.

Australian Open Bans Spectators As State Enters 5-Day Lockdown

Officials in Victoria imposed a snap lockdown after several new cases of the highly contagious U.K. variant of the coronavirus were discovered.

An investigation by the inspector general for the U.S. Air Force showed Black service members are far more likely to be investigated or face disciplinary actions, among other disparities.

Air Force Investigation Finds Black Members Face Racial Disparity In Service

Two out of five Black Air Force members don't trust their chain of command to address racism, bias and unequal opportunities.

Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Texas, is one of the more than 100 House Republicans who say they plan to object to some states' election results during Wednesday's Electoral College vote counting process.

To Cast Doubt On Election Results, Republicans Lean On Conspiracy Theories

In raising objections to states' Electoral College certifications, many congressional Republicans are likely to cite a number of debunked conspiracy theories that President Trump has been pushing.

A man is handed a swab for a rapid test as people line up for coronavirus testing at a gas station in the Reseda section of Los Angeles on Sunday.

Omicron surge sets records as flight disruptions continue

More than 1,400 flights canceled worldwide Monday, adding to thousands canceled over the Christmas weekend. And across the country, long lines continued at COVID-19 testing sites.

Julia Taubitz, of Germany, crashes during the luge women's singles run 2 at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Monday, Feb. 7, 2022, in the Yanqing district of Beijing.

Unlucky curve 13 - Olympic luge racers crash out at same place on Beijing course

U.S. luge racer Emily Sweeney walked away from a crash on a day when numerous athletes lost control on the newly built sled track in Yanqing.

Short And Sweet: Celebrating D.C.'s Cherry Blossoms With Haiku

The cherry blossoms are finally in bloom in Washington, D.C., and what better way to celebrate these beautiful Japanese gifts than with a haiku? We celebrate the delicate pink petals with poetry submitted by our listeners.

"Sonic Terrains in Latinx Art" exhibition at the Vincent Price Art Museum in East L.A.

Spoken word and sonic rituals: East LA exhibit features Latinx artists using sound

The exhibition spans decades and includes spoken word performances, sound rituals and installations by Chicano and Puerto Rican artists.

Hamas Leader Defiant Amid Protests, Threats

A Hamas leader rejects calls to eschew violence in the wake of victory in the Palestinian elections. U.S. and European leaders threaten aid cuts to the Palestinian Auhority unless Hamas disarms. Scott Simon discusses developments with Rami Khouri of Beirut's Daily Star.

A voter fills out her ballot at the National World War I Museum in Kansas City, Mo., on Election Day in 2020.

Missouri lawmakers approve a photo ID requirement for voters

Two years after the Missouri Supreme Court struck down a similar measure, the state's Republican-led lawmakers passed a bill that would require residents to have photo identification to cast a ballot.

The Tampa Bay Rays and the New York Yankees used their Twitter accounts to increase awareness about gun violence instead of covering their game Thursday night.

2 major league teams use their social media to raise awareness about gun violence

The Tampa Bay Rays and the New York Yankees are using their Twitter accounts to bring awareness to gun violence instead of covering their game Thursday night.

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