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For ProPublica and the New York Times Magazine, Abrahm Lustgarten reports that the devastating effects of climate change will cause mass migration in the United States. And ProPublica also uses data to create maps that show how the changing climate will reshape the country. In a new investigation, NPR and PBS Frontline find that much of the plastic people think they’re recycling is ending up in landfills. Laura Secor for the New Yorker reveals that an Iranian scientist faced a yearslong legal battle after refusing to become an FBI informant. The Washington Post brings us a story of a letter delivered by the USPS after being lost in the mail for a hundred years.

The L.A. Times reports on President Trump’s visit to California and Joe Biden’s remarks about the wildfires in the state. The L.A. Times also explains the connection between climate change and California’s record-breaking wildfires. And MarketWatch outlines where Trump and Biden stand on environmental policy. As Israel and the United Arab Emirates sign a peace deal at the White House, NBC News reports that Bahrain will also move toward establishing a diplomatic relationship with Israel. The New Yorker’s Bernard Avishai, who’s been writing about Israeli foreign relations for decades, offers his analysis of the deal. Dennis Ross writes for the Washington Post that the agreement could cause other Arab nations facing crises to see a helpful ally in Israel. And Al Jazeera explains what it all means for Palestine. NBC News describes how issues with this year’s census could lead to a major undercount. National Geographic breaks down the recent discovery of a possible sign of life on Venus and the resulting debate in the science community. And “early voting” or “in-person absentee voting” begins today in six states. If you’re a voter in Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, South Dakota, Wyoming, or Virginia, check out our election guide to see if you can vote early in your county.

CNN details recent conspiracy theories — which law enforcement has made clear are untrue — that have emerged about the Oregon wildfires. And for Time magazine, Charlotte Alter spoke to voters across Wisconsin and found that conspiracy theories have become entrenched in the American psyche. Bloomberg Businessweek spoke with workers at several companies who say they were told not to discuss COVID-19 workplace cases. The Washington Post reports that after hundreds of meatpacking plants saw outbreaks among their workers, only two plants have been fined. And the Intercept reveals that employees who have gotten sick with the coronavirus are not receiving workers’ compensation. California Sunday Magazine breaks down how the vote-by-mail industry works. The Atlantic explains why smartphones can’t quite capture the red skies from recent wildfires.

As schools reopen, the Washington Post reports that at least six teachers across several states have died of COVID-19 since early August. The Post also looks at Florida, which has a high coronavirus positivity rate among children, and where half of the state’s K-12 students returned to their classrooms in recent weeks. The State has the story of the youngest reported teacher death, Demetria “Demi” Bannister, a 28-year-old third-grade teacher. And the president of the American Federation of Teachers tells the Associated Press that schools in certain areas of the country should not hold in-person classes. The New Yorker’s Isaac Chotiner interviews Washington’s secretary of state, Kim Wyman, about the advantages of voting by mail and her concerns for the upcoming election. Bloomberg details a recent report that found that between 1970 and 2016, animal populations around the world fell by 68% on average. And on the 19th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the LA Times describes the recently completed “Tower of Voices” – a massive wind chime that is part of the Flight 93 National Memorial.

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.