Dozens Missing From Diving Boat That Caught Fire Off California
A fire aboard a boat on a chartered diving trip has left dozens missing and feared lost at sea. Some crew members have been rescued, and an extensive search operation is underway.
Burning Dive Boat Off California Spurs Ongoing Rescue Effort
A fire aboard a charter boat off Ventura County, Calif., has led to an extensive, early morning rescue effort. NPR Steve Inskeep speaks with Capt. Brian McGrath of the Ventura County Fire Department.
U.S. Coast Guard Launches Rescue After Boat Catches Fire Off California
Officials said “multiple assets” are working to rescue more than 30 people who are in “distress” after a dive boat caught fire.
Slow-Moving Dorian Batters Bahamas As A Category 5 Hurricane
Hurricane Dorian has sustain maximum winds of 165 mph. Hurricane conditions are expected on the east coast of Florida by late Monday or early Tuesday, along with “life-threatening” storm surge levels.
‘All We Can Do Is Keep Going,’ Resident Says At Vigil For Texas Shooting Victims
A mass shooting in the West Texas city of Odessa has spread fear and sadness. But residents are also ready to begin healing.
Astros Ace Justin Verlander Throws 3rd No-Hitter Of His Career
With his third ever no-hitter, Verlander joined an elite group of just six other major league pitchers with three or more no-hitters under their belt.
Meteorologist On Category 5 Dorian
NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with Jeff Huffman, a meteorologist from the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network, about Hurricane Dorian.
Perspectives On The ‘MeToo’ Movement
Almost two years into the “Me Too” movement, NPR’s Michel Martin talks about what justice in these cases should look like with Caitlin Flanagan of The Atlantic and Vox’s Anna North.
Relaxed Gun Laws Take Effect In Rattled Texas
NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with journalist Alain Stephens of The Trace about less restrictive Texas gun laws taking effect today, in the wake of another mass shooting in the state.
Cherokee Nation Takes Up 1835 Promise To Send Delegate To Congress
NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with Kimberly Teehee, who has been nominated by the Cherokee nation to go to Congress as their delegate, under a 1835 treaty.
Baltimore Chef Throws 1619 Dinner
A Baltimore chef invites guests to learn about the history of slavery in the U.S. through dishes and dialogue.
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