In A Drying Climate, Colorado’s ‘Water Cop’ Patrols For Water Thieves
Sheriff’s Deputy Dave Huhn’s job has become more important after a series of hot, dry summers have made farmers more desperate for water, and more willing to steal it or go to battle over it.
#HimToo: Left And Right Embrace Opposing Takes On Same Hashtag
#HimToo as a hashtag has a history that predates a viral tweet about a son’s dating habits and the outrage that followed the Kavanaugh hearings.
Some Of The Problems That Hurricanes Bring Emerge Only After The Storm Leaves
As a new storm is heading toward North Carolina, as the effects from Hurricane Florence are still being felt. Businesses that survived the initial hit are closing, and residents who found emergency shelter now have to find permanent housing.
Industry 4.0 And The Challenges That Come With It
American manufacturing is at a crossroads. While most U.S. output comes from companies with fewer than 100 workers, it’s those small manufacturers that are struggling to upgrade to the Internet age.
Emotional Support Squirrel A No-Go On Frontier Flight
A woman who tried to fly to Ohio from Orlando with her rodent companion ultimately agreed to exit after the other passengers were required to deplane and police were called.
Hurricane Michael Hits Florida Panhandle With Winds Over 150 MPH
NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Vincent Long, the administrator of Leon County in Florida, where Hurricane Michael has already hit.
Why People Take A Gamble On Mother Nature With Catastrophe Bonds
Among the people keeping an eye on damage from Hurricane Michael are investors who hold billions of dollars worth of catastrophe bonds.
Mayor Of New Bern, N.C., Discusses How The Town Is Preparing For Hurricane Michael
NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Mayor Dana Outlaw of New Bern, N.C., about how his town has been recovering from Hurricane Florence, and preparing for Hurricane Michael.
Hurricane Michael Makes Landfall In Florida As Category 4 Storm
Hurricane Michael made landfall on the Florida panhandle Wednesday afternoon.
Why Experts Have A Hard Time Predicting A Hurricane’s Intensity
Hurricane forecasters still face the challenge of predicting a storm’s intensity. NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with meteorologist Angela Fritz of The Washington Post’s Capital Weather Gang about why.
Deadly Limousine Crash In New York Brings Fresh Attention To Safety Regulation Loophole
The deadly limousine crash in New York has brought fresh attention to the issue of limos and safety regulation. The “limousine loophole” means stretch limos aren’t required to be tested for safety.
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