U.S. Closes Major San Diego Port Of Entry As Migrants Converge At Border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection closed the port of entry at San Ysidro on Sunday. The move came just hours after President Trump tweeted, “No crossings!”
Alabama Police Now Say Black Man Killed By Officer Wasn’t The Gunman In Mall Shooting
Alabama police fatally shot 21-year-old Emantic Fitzgerald Bradford Jr. after claiming he was a suspect in a mall shooting. Police now say that the actual gunman is still at large.
Victims Of Charlottesville Vehicle Attack To Testify In Court
Two women recall when a man drove his car into a crowd of counter-protesters after a white supremacist rally that resulted in the death of Heather Heyer. They will be in court Monday to testify.
NYPD Officer Tasked With Investigating The Rap And Hip-Hop Community
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine was recently arrested on racketeering and firearm charges. NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with Derrick Parker, a former NYPD detective.
Magician Ricky Jay Dies At 72
Master magician Ricky Jay has died. Throughout his career, he amazed audiences with card tricks and even consulted on some Hollywood films including Ocean’s Thirteen and The Prestige.
Trooping Through The Holidays As A Single Woman
For single women, the holidays can be a minefield of insensitive comments from relatives and friends. Humor essayist Shani Silver tells NPR’s Michel Martin how uncoupled women should fight back.
A Not-Guilty Verdict Absolves Border Patrol Of Cross-Border Killing
A Border Patrol agent was found not-guilty of involuntary manslaughter, raising questions about when and where use of excessive force is allowed in defending the U.S. border with Mexico.
Understaffed And Overworked: Firefighters Exhausted By Severe California Fires
As major wildfires increase in California, some firefighters are being pushed to the point of exhaustion — and overtime costs are soaring.
Northern California Camp Fire Contained
It was the deadliest and most destructive in the state’s history. On Sunday, crews continued to search for remains from the blaze, which began more two weeks ago, and has killed at least 85 people.
Decades After Clashing With The Klan, A Thriving Vietnamese Community In Texas
When Vietnamese immigrants first arrived in Texas, they received a hostile reception from locals who were concerned about competition. Now that immigrant community is thriving.
Trump Push For ‘Energy Dominance’ Boosts Drilling On Public Land
The Trump administration is offering millions of acres of federal land for oil and gas drilling. It’s a boon for some states, but is fueling battles with environmentalists.
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