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Rock and Roll guitar legend Duane Eddy has died at age 86
A self-taught virtuoso, his music from the 1950s and 60s was strictly instrumental and featured a distinct twangy sound. His hits included, "Forty Miles of Bad Road" and "Rebel Rouser."
Welsh Utility Workers Discover Medieval Tunnel
The workers were excavating a trench when they made their discovery. Now, archeologists have taken over to research the tunnel.
Congresswoman Karen Bass Discusses New Police Reform Bill Named After George Floyd
The House has approved a police reform bill named after George Floyd. The lead author, Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA), speaks to Morning Edition about what the bill aims to achieve.
U.S. Begins Letting In Migrants At Mexico Refugee Camp
by John Burnett
The Biden Administration's reversal of the program known as "Remain in Mexico" does not mean that everyone affected by it gets automatically let into the United States.
Parents Worried Amid Chicago Schools' Attempts To Transition To In-Person Learning
by Sarah Karp
As more Chicago students return to in-person classes, officials are trying to ensure a smooth reopening. But some parents are pushing back and staff worry about returning in person.
Texas Governor's Decision To Lift Mask Mandate Draws Strong Reactions
by Katie Watkins
When Texas's Gov. rescinded the state's mask mandate, reaction was swift and intense. Many businesses want customers to return, but there's concern about employees who still haven't gotten vaccinated.
News Brief: Economy Might See Improvement, U.S. Asylum Program, Hong Kong Elections
February job numbers will be released this morning. The Biden administration has ended Trump's "Remain in Mexico" program. And, the Chinese parliament discusses Hong Kong's elections.
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson Faces Backlash For Questioning Election Results
by Chuck Quirmbach
Johnson, a big Trump supporter, is facing scrutiny for comments including whether the Capitol insurrection was "armed." Some worry he might renege on a pledge not to run for a 3rd term.
U.S. Senators Seek Sanctions Against Honduran President
by James Fredrick
Democratic senators are seeking sanctions against Honduras' president for alleged human rights abuses and corruption, and looking to suspend U.S. security assistance to Honduran security forces.
'Coming 2 America' Goes Heavy On Nostalgia
by Eric Deggans
The Eddie Murphy/Arsenio Hall comedy sequel Coming 2 America is now available to stream on Amazon Prime.
WWII Veteran Receives Long Overdue Purple Heart Medal
by Jay Prince
For aging WWII veterans, there's not much time left for the nation to fix oversights in their service records, like missing medals. One recent case made it in under the wire... despite the pandemic.