Fact-checking lies about FEMA funding. And, turn climate anxiety into action
Former President Donald Trump has made several claims about FEMA’s disaster response. NPR has fact-checked them ahead of Hurricane Milton. And, how you can turn climate anxiety into collective action.
Can ghost guns be regulated as firearms? The Supreme Court will decide
The government contends that ghost guns kits count as a firearm under a 1968 law. But those challenging the rule contend “a kit of parts is not a weapon.”
This mountain hamlet hit by Helene flooding preps for a winter without power
Most of the people who live in Poplar, N.C, are seniors. One priority is securing propane and kerosene heaters to keep them warm when it turns cold.
Have Trump’s ‘Opportunity Zones’ achieved their goal in Detroit?
In 2017, President Trump rolled out tax incentives to encourage investment in low-income and distressed communities. There were concerns investors would benefit more than residents.
How FEMA is preparing for Hurricane Milton so soon after Helene
NPR’s Juana Summers speaks with Craig Fugate, former FEMA administrator, about the challenges the U.S. faces with the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton weeks after Hurricane Helene.
Fact checking falsehoods about FEMA funding and Hurricane Helene
Rumors, misinformation and lies about the federal government’s response to Hurricane Helene have run rampant since the storm made landfall, especially around FEMA funding.
Supreme Court ducks cases involving everything from abortion to Elon Musk
The justices also left in place a Michigan state constitutional amendment that barred the use of public funds for private schools.
Hurricane Milton reaches Category 4 strength days before it’s poised to hit Florida
Milton rapidly intensified into a Category 4 storm Monday morning and is forecast to make landfall in Florida midweek. The state could see its largest evacuation orders since 2017.
Trump and his faithful followers return to Butler, Pa., to energize the flock
Former President Donald Trump credited the “grace of God” for his survival of the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13 in his return to the site for a rally on Saturday.
Can North America produce perfect grass for soccer’s World Cup?
Researchers are working to grow grass that will offer the same level playing field for athletes at the various soccer venues that will be used during the 2026 FIFA World Cup
A rabbi in Detroit talks about her feelings on the war and the U.S. election
For Jewish American voters in Michigan it’s been a difficult year. Monday marks a year since Hamas attacked Israel. In Detroit, Rabbi Ariana Silverman guides her community through this dark time.
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