In Rural Ohio, An Opioid Crisis Becomes A Meth Crisis
Vinton County, Ohio was hit hard by the opioid epidemic. But now, as opioids are becoming harder to obtain, more and more users are turning to cheap methamphetamine.
Congress Grills Sports Officials Over Nassar Scandal
Fallout from the USA Gymnastics sexual abuse scandal continued with another grilling in Congress. Former top leaders of the sport and from Michigan State University answered tough questions.
Lava Claims ‘Hundreds’ More Homes on Hawaii’s Big Island, Officials Say
Lava from the Kilauea volcano has filled Kapoho Bay and inundated a section of coastline that was once covered with lush forest and dotted by homes.
People Who Say Police Were Called For #LivingWhileBlack Ask Congress To Act
Since two men were arrested at a Philadelphia Starbucks, there have been over a dozen more incidents of people calling 911 on people of color who were seemingly just living their everyday lives.
S.C. Mom Says Baby Monitor Was Hacked; Experts Say Many Devices Are Vulnerable
Jamie Summitt was eating dinner with her family when her baby monitor started to move. Which was weird, because everyone who was supposed to have control of the camera was in the room with her.
Former USA Gymnastics CEO Told Staff To Keep Alleged Abuse Quiet, Waited To Tell FBI
Steve Penny has denied that he or USAG attempted to cover up allegations of abuse by Larry Nassar. But emails indicate he and other top officials intentionally delayed contacting the FBI.
50 Years After His Death, Making RFK More Than A Ghost And A Mural
Multi-generations debate and reminisce about the legacy left by the slain Democratic senator from New York. He championed for better treatment of the poor and people of color.
Ruling By New York Judge Sets Stage For Standoff Over Possible Trump Deposition
A New York state trial court judge has given until early 2019 for the president to be deposed in a defamation suit against him, but his attorneys are expected to try to fight the deposition.
Mitch McConnell Cancels Senate’s August Recess
The majority leader blamed Democrats for slow-walking President Trump’s nominees. He also said the Senate will use the extra time to pass annual spending bills.
How California’s ‘Jungle Primary’ System Works
The California primary is a free-for-all. Voters can pick any candidate, regardless of party, and the top two vote-getters will advance to the general election. NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks with University of Southern California associate professor Christia…
Miss America Contest To End Swimsuit Portion Of Competition
Organizers of The Miss America contest will end the swimsuit part of the competition and instead focus on talent and personality. Regina Hopper, president and CEO of the Miss America organization, discusses the change.
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