Radio Legend Barney Hall, The Calm Voice Of NASCAR, Dies At 83
From the debut of the Daytona 500, Barney Hall missed calling the race only four times. He was revered for navigating any situation with steady intelligence.
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Why The Southeast Could Become The Napa Valley Of Oysters
Oysters from the Pacific Northwest have long been the most coveted for their sweet, mild flavor. But they now have more competition from Southeast oysters cultivated from Virginia down to Florida.
White House Adviser On 'Devastating Consequence' Of Solitary Confinement
This week, the Obama administration banned the use of solitary confinement for juveniles. Valerie Jarrett spoke with NPR about that and the push for changes in the criminal justice system.
Meet 'The Tenth,' A Slick New Magazine For Queer Black Men
Now on its third issue, The Tenth wants the fashion industry to stop seeing queer blacks folks as "the flavor of the month."
Oregon Refuge Occupation: Arrests, 1 Killed In Related Traffic Stop
Steve Inskeep talks to John Sepulvado of Oregon Public Broadcasting for the latest developments in the occupation of a wildlife refuge in Oregon.
President Obama Wants More Funds To Feed Low-Income Kids In Summer
The president will propose in his 2017 budget that families who qualify for subsidized school meals receive benefits to buy an extra $45 in groceries per child each month when school is out.
Shooting At Homeless Camp In Seattle Kills 2, Wounds 3
Seattle police "believe the five victims were specifically targeted," the department says.
The Price Of Almonds May Have Met A Slippery Slope
High almond prices led many California growers to put in new plantings in recent years. Too many, it seems: Oversupply has helped push prices down by about 20 percent.
Several Arrests, 1 Killed In Operation Related To Oregon Refuge Occupation
Ammon Bundy, leader of the group of militants that has occupied an Oregon wildlife refuge, has been arrested along with several other members of the group. An unnamed member of the group was killed.
Dispute Over Cattle Grazing Disrupts Patrols Of Federal Land
A movement to take back Nevada land that some ranchers want for grazing has stopped federal workers from safeguarding public property, say groups that would prefer to see the area protected.