Backed By Democratic Socialists, Two Young First-Timers Win Primaries In Pittsburgh
Two young, female first-time candidates won primary races against established incumbent Democrats from a family with deep roots in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Court Dismisses Latest Attempt To Acquire Kurt Cobain’s Death Scene Photos
A Washington State court of appeals has rejected a conspiracy theorist’s demand for graphic photos showing the Nirvana frontman after his suicide.
MSU Settlement In Nassar Case ‘A Great Victory,’ Abused Gymnast Says
Michigan State University, which failed to adequately monitor USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar, on Wednesday settled a lawsuit by 300 gymnasts, including Jeanette Antolin, for $500 million.
What You Need To Know About The New Documents On The 2016 Trump Tower Meeting
Here are three big-picture takeaways after the Senate Judiciary Committee’s release of more than 2,500 pages of transcripts, emails and other materials.
Why The NFL’s Concussion Settlement Isn’t Easy To Navigate
Former football players and their families have found that the NFL’s concussion settlement is not-so-easy to navigate. NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Deadspin writer Dom Cosentino about how families are working on their claims.
Michigan State University Reaches $500 Million Settlement With Victims Of Larry Nassar
Michigan State University has agreed to pay a $500 million settlement to 332 sexual abuse victims of the university’s former sports doctor Larry Nassar.
North Carolina Teachers Rally At State Capitol For Better Pay And Working Conditions
Thousands of educators rallied at the North Carolina state capitol Wednesday. They’re protesting for better pay and working conditions.
Anxiety Grows Among DREAMers As Moderate Republicans Try To Force A Vote
NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks to immigration attorney David Leopold about growing anxiety among recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program about renewing their protection status under the government.
Suicide Is Rising Among American Farmers As They Struggle To Keep Afloat
Farm-state lawmakers are concerned that political fighting about the “Farm Bill” could endanger a critical rural safety net and deepen a growing mental health crisis among farmers. Suicide hotlines have seen an uptick in calls as farmers worry that Was…
Virginia Sen. Mark Warner Weighs In On Why He Supports CIA Nominee Gina Haspel
The Senate Intelligence Committee has voted to move forward Gina Haspel’s nomination to lead the CIA. NPR’s Audie Cornish talks with Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., about why Haspel got his vote.
Senate Intel Panel Endorses U.S. Spies’ Finding That Russian Attack Aided Trump
The Senate intelligence committee used a bipartisan report to show solidarity with the intelligence community — and break with its counterpart in the House.
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