Once Considered Creepy, Location Apps Now Seen As Critical For Safety, Logistics
Some say location sharing is crucial in emergency situations. But it’s also changing the way people interact in relationships.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Is Sued Over Blocking Twitter Followers
A former New York state assemblyman and a social media personality filed lawsuits on the same day an appeals court found President Trump violated the First Amendment by blocking critics on Twitter.
Alexander Acosta Steps Down As Labor Secretary Amid Epstein Controversy
The departure follows scrutiny over his role in a plea deal as a U.S. attorney in 2008. The agreement eased punishment for multimillionaire Jeffrey Epstein for alleged sex crimes.
Pence Visits Border As Lawmakers Hold Hearing On Migrant Detention Conditions
Lawmakers including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., are testifying about their recent trip to a Border Patrol facility. Homeland Security’s acting inspector general is also taking questions.
Seattle Faces Backlash After Easing Up On Punishing Crimes Involving Mental Illness
Some prosecutors are less inclined to seek jail time for offenses committed by people with mental illness or drug problems. But public frustration is growing in Seattle.
Congressman Jamie Raskin Discusses ICE Raids Planned For This Weekend
NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-MD., about nationwide raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that may begin this weekend.
Man Survives Being Swept Over Niagara Falls
A man climbed over a retaining wall into the water. He was swept over Horseshoe Falls — plunging 188 feet. Police found him a bit downriver with no serious injuries.
‘You Make Your Own Family’: Losing A Mother, Gaining 2 More
Corinthia Isom was just a child when her mother died, but her mom ensured a mother figure stayed in her life.
Trump Administration Backs Off Adding Citizenship Question To Census
The Trump administration says it is done trying to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census. Instead, President Trump will sign an executive order to get U.S. agencies to share citizenship data.
DOJ Says Local Governments Need To Prepare For Ransomware Attacks
The Department of Justice says ransomware attacks on small and mid-sized local governments by criminal groups are becoming more sophisticated. The agency is warning municipalities to be ready.
Heavy Rain Predicted To Fall Across Louisiana Over The Weekend
Rachel Martin talks to Casey Tingle, deputy director of the Louisiana governor’s emergency preparedness office, about Tropical Storm Barry which is threatening the state.
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