Actor and pro surfer Tamayo Perry killed in Hawaii shark attack
Tamayo Perry was killed by a shark while surfing off Oahu’s North Shore.
As millions struggle with home prices, housing becomes a top issue for voters
Across the country, including in swing states, people have been priced out of buying homes. Record numbers are finding rent unaffordable. Biden and Trump have very different ideas for how to fix it.
Biden and Trump will debate on Thursday. Here’s what you need to know
President Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off in the first presidential debate of the 2024 general election on Thursday night in Atlanta. Find out how to watch and what to watch for.
Heat wave continues to boil the Midwest and East Coast while storms brew behind it
As the heat is expected to ease off, heavy rain, strong winds and some tornados are in the forecast for parts of the Midwest and the Northeast. Meanwhile, the heat wave is reaching into the South.
As the Supreme Court term nears its end, a number of decisions remain
The Supreme Court has a large number of major cases left to decide, and only days left to do it.
Behind the scenes of Detroit’s urban resurgence
Detroit’s population is growing, a first since the 1950s. The uptick is small but significant for a city that’s struggled for decades.
In writing the country’s most sweeping AI law, Colorado focused on fairness, preventing bias
Other states are watching as the law is refined before taking effect in 2026 but it’s getting praise for at least being a first step in regulating AI
Philadelphia program aims to create affordable housing developers
People without access to capital are getting into housing development in Philadelphia. It’s part of a program designed to create more affordable housing and boost non-traditional developers.
This police department’s autism unit is saving lives
Montgomery County Police Department Officer Laurie Reyes speaks with NPR about the autism and dementia unit that is saving lives and helping families in Maryland.
Judge dismisses charges in Nevada pro-Trump fake electors case over venue question
A judge has potentially killed the fake elector case in Nevada with a ruling that state prosecutors chose the wrong venue to file the case. The state attorney general says he will appeal.
Baseball great Reggie Jackson opens up on TV about racism he faced as a player
The baseball Hall of Famer spoke on a panel for a Negro League tribute game, saying he wouldn’t wish his racism experiences on anyone. “They would point at me and say ‘the n***** can’t eat here.’ ”
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