These Smart Sewers Are Part Of A Growing Trend Connecting Infrastructure To The Internet
Under the streets of South Bend, Ind., a high tech experiment is underway. This sewer system is smart. The infrastructure can sense flow and divert water to prevent flooding. It’s part of a growing trend of cities across the U.S. connecting infrastruct…
2018 Primaries Kick Off In Earnest
Republicans in Indiana and West Virginia are trying to outdo each other on who is most like President Trump. But will they nominate another controversial candidate who could cost the party another Senate seat?
More Than 2 Dozen Homes Destroyed In Hawaii After Volcano Eruption
A volcanic eruption on Hawaii’s Big Island has destroyed 26 homes so far and nearly 2,000 people have been evacuated. There are 10 active fissures still spewing lava and toxic gas. A new housing division about 12 miles from the volcano is most at risk.
‘We Hope It All Works Out’: Pompeo Pays Surprise Visit To North Korea For Talks
Even as President Trump said he’s leaving the Iran nuclear deal, he voiced optimism on another deal, as he sent Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to plan a meeting between Trump and Kim Jong Un.
West Virginia, Ohio And Indiana Voters Weigh In On Their States’ Primary Elections
Voters in four states head to the polls Tuesday. Voters in West Virginia, Ohio and Indiana weigh in as their statewide primary elections are underway.
New York Attorney General Resigns Amid Abuse Allegations
The sudden resignation of New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has touched off a major political shuffle. Schneiderman was considered a leader of the #Metoo movement and a major opponent of the Trump administration. Now, four women are acc…
New York State Assemblywoman Weighs In On Attorney General’s Resignation
NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with New York State Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples-Stokes about the sudden resignation of New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, following multiple accusations of physical and verbal assault.
Delaware Judge To Decide Who Gets Weinstein Company’s Film And TV Assets
A bankruptcy court judge in Delaware is deciding who gets the film and TV assets to The Weinstein Company. Is it solely about financial creditors or is there a moral obligation to provide compensation for the victims of Harvey Weinstein’s alleged sexua…
For Babies Of The Opioid Crisis, Best Care May Be Mom’s Recovery
Early findings on infants born with neonatal abstinence syndrome are reassuring, and doctors are optimistic that normal development can continue. Making sure parents are treated for addiction is key.
Senate On Track To Confirm 6 More Of Trump’s Judicial Nominees
This week, the Senate is on track to confirm six more federal appeals court judges nominated by President Trump. NPR looks at who they are as they make their way to the judicial bench.
How Nations Across The World Are Reacting To The U.S. Decision To Leave Iran Nuclear Deal
Iran and the world react to President Trump’s announcement about that the United States will leave the Iran nuclear deal.
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