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Remembering Rev. Cecil Williams, champion of equality in San Francisco, dead at 94
by Scott Shafer
The legendary pastor of Glide Church died this week at the age of 94. He was known as a champion of racial equality, LGBTQ rights and San Francisco's most impoverished residents.
Chucky Thompson Soundtracked The '90s, And Brought His City For The Ride
Chucky Thompson, one of the original Bad Boy "Hitmen" and producer for The Notorious B.I.G. and Mary J. Blige, died Monday, leaving behind a legacy that starts and ends in his home of Washington, D.C.
From The Streets Of Brooklyn, Here's How New Yorkers Feel About Gov. Cuomo Resigning
by Jasmine Garsd
The resignation of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo amid sexual harassment accusations has brought dramatic change to the state's leadership. And New Yorkers have plenty of thoughts on what that means.
As The Taliban Move Through Afghanistan, U.S. Envoy Scrambles To Salvage Peace Talks
by Michele Kelemen
As the Taliban take over more cities and towns in Afghanistan, the U.S. special envoy is rushing off to Doha, the capital of Qatar, to try to salvage peace talks.
What The Passing Of The Infrastructure Bill Could Mean For Future Senate Cooperation
by Ron Elving
The Senate voted with a bipartisan majority to advance a key piece of President Biden's agenda, approving a $1 trillion infrastructure bill. Is it a sign that Washington may become functional again?
A Democratic Dynasty Crumbles With New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's Resignation
by Brian Mann
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has resigned under pressure over mounting allegations of sexual misconduct. The first woman governor of New York Kathy Hochul will take the reins in 14 days.
Kathy Hochul Will Soon Become New York's Governor — Here's How She Differs From Cuomo
by Karen DeWitt
With the resignation of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul is set to become the first woman governor of New York state.
Ronan Farrow On How Gov. Cuomo Interfered With Anti-Corruption Efforts In The Past
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Ronan Farrow, contributing writer to The New Yorker, about his latest reporting on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's interference in anti-corruption efforts.
Gun Violence Can Be Diffused By Community Members Called 'Violence Interrupters'
by Jasmine Garsd
Increasing gun violence across the country is a growing concern. In one New York neighborhood, paid members of the community help curb tensions that lead to shootings. They can do what police can't.
In Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque, Palestinians Find Respite, Sanctuary And Rallying Cry
by Fatma Tanis
In the news, the al-Aqsa mosque compound is a fuse for conflict between Israel and Palestinians. But in daily life of Muslims, it's a park, holy site and, yes, a symbol of resistance.
This Sweet White Flower Is Actually A Sneaky Carnivore, Scientists Discover
by Nell Greenfieldboyce