Federal Commission On School Safety Holds Its Final Listening Session
The Federal Commission on School Safety held its fourth and final listening session in Montgomery, Ala., on Tuesday. Representatives heard the community’s thoughts on how to improve school safety.
Dressing For A Queen: Aretha Franklin Fans Pay Tribute To The Late Singer
Fans are paying tribute to Aretha Franklin by dressing the part. The Queen of Soul is lying in repose Wednesday in Detroit where there are many hats with bows and fancy dresses on display by fans.
Billionaire Tom Steyer Is On A Mission To Remove Trump From Office
NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with San Francisco-based billionaire Tom Steyer about why he’s given millions of his own money to back progressive candidates and to put pressure on impeaching the president.
Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum Is Florida’s Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate
In Florida, Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum is the unexpected Democratic candidate for governor, beating a former congresswoman who polled ahead for months. Gillum will face Republican nominee Ron DeSantis.
Buzzfeed Investigation Details Decades Of Systemic Child Abuse At Vermont Orphanage
NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks with Buzzfeed contributor Christine Kenneally about her article investigating physical and sexual abuse by nuns at St. Joseph’s Orphanage in Burlington, Vt.
How The Senate Might Change Now That Sen. John McCain Is Gone
NPR’s Ailsa Chang speaks with Sen. Ben Sasse, R-Neb., about Sen. John McCain’s contributions to U.S. foreign policy, and what kind of hole he leaves in Congress.
Why The ACLU Opposes California’s Decision To Eliminate Cash Bail
NPR’s Ailsa Chang speaks with Udi Ofer, deputy national political director of the ACLU and director of the ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice, about California’s decision to eliminate cash bail.
Known For Its Coverage Of Scandals, The ‘National Enquirer’ Is Now Immersed In Its Own
The National Enquirer has long covered scandals and is now the subject of one. David Pecker, CEO of its parent company, has been accused of burying stories involving President Trump’s alleged affairs.
Two People Killed After Construction Scaffolding Collapse Near Disney World
A third person had a near-miss. He managed to cling on after slipping, and was pulled to safety by other workers at the scene. The sheriff’s office has launched a death investigation.
What’s Meat, Anyway? Missouri Label Law Says It Comes From An Animal, Some Disagree
A state law prohibits plant-based products like soy deli strips from packing descriptors like “roast beef style” or “meaty.” The ACLU and others are suing.
Texas Nurse Loses Job After Apparently Posting About Patient In Anti-Vaxxer Group
A Texas Children’s Hospital nurse allegedly described a young patient with the measles, in a Facebook post affirming her opposition to vaccines. The hospital says patient privacy is a “top priority.”
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