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‘Rethinking The Past’ In The Aftermath Of California’s Deadly Wildfires

Last month’s deadly Camp Fire has become a turning point in the debate over how western forests should be managed.

California Attorney General On Challenging Trump Administration Policies

NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with California Attorney General Xavier Becerra about his state’s many lawsuits challenging Trump administration policies, from immigration to climate change.

Transcript: NFL Player’s Fragile Life On The Field

As Rick Bryan of the Atlanta Falcons retired, teammate and commentator Tim Green thought about the fragile life of an NFL player.

America’s Growing Cop Shortage

A hot job market and skepticism about law enforcement are making it harder for police departments across the country to replace officers who are retiring.

Trump Threatens Government Shutdown Over Border Wall Funding

Trump says he’s determined to build a border wall and will shut down the government unless Congress pays for it. Steve Inskeep talks to Ohio Rep. Warren Davidson on the possibilities for a compromise.

Chinese Hackers Are Responsible For Marriott Data Breach, Reports Say

Chinese state hackers most likely attacked the reservation system at Marriott’s Starwood chain which revealed details of 500 million guests, according to people familiar with the U.S. investigation.

More Police Training Key To Determining Who Is A ‘Good Guy With A Gun’

Two black men killed by police recently in Alabama and Illinois are described by protesters as ‘good guys with guns.’ Police Trainers say there are steps departments can take to help prevent deaths.

President Trump Proposed A New Definition Of What Waters Fall Under Clean Water Act

The Trump administration’s rollback of a major clean water rule is sure to face legal challenges.

Customs And Border Protection Paid A Firm $13.6 Million To Hire Recruits. It Hired 2

A report by the Office of the Inspector General revealed Accenture, contracted to help hire 7,500 new agents, is “nowhere near” completing its goals and “risks wasting millions of taxpayer dollars.”

Rays Of Sun Or A Reminder Of Atrocities? After Protests, L.A. Mural Will Be Removed

The artist says he meant no harm, but some Korean neighbors see echoes of a flag flown by the imperial Japanese army during World War II.

FACT CHECK: Trump Says ‘A Lot Of Wall Has Been Built’ As He Demands More Be Added

President Trump is threatening a government shutdown if he doesn’t get funding to build his border wall. In a meeting with Democratic leaders, he said, “tremendous amounts of wall have been built.”

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