In Colorado, 6 Wildfires Burn Across The Parched State
Wildfires have forced the evacuation of people from about 2,000 homes in southwestern Colorado, and the U.S. Forest Service will close the 1.8 million acre San Juan National Forest.
Friend Or Foe? Trump Takes On Allies As He Warms Up To North Korea
In the past week, President Trump has praised North Korea’s dictator Kim Jong Un, while criticizing allies in Canada and Europe.
Americans’ Support For Abortion Rights Wanes As Pregnancy Progresses
A new Gallup poll finds widespread support for abortion rights in early pregnancy, while a minority support abortion rights in the third trimester.
Lawyer For Ex-FBI Deputy Director McCabe Sues Government Over His Firing
A lawyer for former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe argues that his dismissal violated federal law and he wants materials to help him argue his case.
Raccoon Vs. Skyscraper: The Summer Blockbuster You Never Knew You Needed
Not all heroes wear masks — but this one does. The little creature climbed about two dozen stories Tuesday, capturing a city’s imagination in the process. Will the tiny raccoon make it to safety?
Leery Of Russian Spies, Special Counsel Asks Judge To Limit Information Sharing
Lawyers for special counsel Robert Mueller are asking a judge to limit the amount of information they must share with a Russian company, warning it could wind up in the hands of Russian intelligence.
Gamblers In New Jersey Get Their First Opportunity To Place A Legal Bet On A Sports Game
After being debated in courts for years, sports betting will make its debut in New Jersey this week.
Harvard’s First Female President Reflects On Her Tenure
NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks with outgoing Harvard University President Drew Gilpin Faust about her tenure, the significance of being the first woman to lead the university and the role the university plays nationally.
Many Korean Americans Skeptical Of President Trump’s Meeting With Kim Jong Un
In Los Angeles, Korean Americans react to the results of the summit between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Initial enthusiasm has given way to questions and some skepticism, and a generational divide is apparent.
Trade Tensions And Threat Of Tariffs Has Led To Lots Of Uncertainty
The Trump administration’s mixed signals on implementing tariffs is causing uncertainty for many businesses whose costs could rise if tariffs are imposed. Delaying decisions about hiring and signing contracts could hurt not only the individual business…
Former Acting CIA Director Weighs In On U.S.-North Korea Summit
The summit between the U.S. and North Korea was historic, but was it a breakthrough? Mike Morell, a former deputy and acting director of the CIA tells NPR’s Audie Cornish he’s keeping an open — but wary — mind.
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