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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book
by Olivia Hampton
NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book documenting Black cowboys, Eight Seconds: Black Rodeo Culture.
What SCOTUS striking down New York's concealed-carry law means for gun laws
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Michael Waldman of the Brennan Center about the Supreme Court's decision to strike down New York's concealed-carry law.
Former DOJ officials to testify during the 5th House Jan. 6 hearing
The House Select Committee investigating the Capitol siege will focus on efforts by former President Donald Trump to pressure the Justice Department to pursue baseless claims of election fraud.
SCOTUS rules restrictions on concealed carry violate the Second Amendment
The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 opinion, ruled that New York's restrictions on the concealed carry of firearms in public violates the Second Amendment.
Poland's abortion-rights activists say they can teach Americans about loopholes
by Deborah Amos
As Americans wait for a Supreme Court decision on a case that could overturn the 1973 decision that legalized abortion in the U.S., other countries already provide a snapshot of what that's like.
Encore: Exhibit takes visitors closer to the National Museum of the American Latino
by Miranda Mazariegos
The National Museum of the American Latino in Washington won't be finished for a decade. For now, a pop-up exhibit at the National Mall highlights Latino history. (Story aired on WeSAT on 6/18/22.)
Russia-Ukraine war is likely to overshadow G7 and NATO meetings
President Biden this weekend heads to Europe for the upcoming G7 and NATO summits. He is expected to discuss the war in Ukraine and the influence of China, among other issues.
The school district in Uvalde, Texas, has placed its police chief on leave
by Dan Katz
The decision to suspend Pete Arredondo follows the police response to the deadly school shooting at Robb Elementary which has been called an "abject failure."
Some economists say cutting gas taxes would have minimal benefits for consumers
President Biden wants to cut federal gasoline taxes for three months. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to economist Allison Schrager of the Manhattan Institute about alternatives to curbing gas prices.
Title IX revolutionized female athletics but advocates say it's been a constant fight
by Tom Goldman
Fifty years ago, Title IX banned discrimination on the basis of sex in federally funded education programs. Advocates say it's been a fight to make sure girls and women get the opportunities promised.
Encore: Keystone XL Pipeline gets renewed interest, but the company has moved on
by Arielle Zionts
In response to calls for a global boycott of Russian oil, some say the U.S. should revive the Keystone XL Pipeline, but the company is selling assets. (Story first aired on ATC on March 17, 2022.)
Will New Jersey be affected when the Supreme Court rules on New York's gun laws?
The Supreme Court is set to rule on New York's concealed carry law. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to New Jersey Acting Attorney General Matthew Platkin about how the ruling may affect his state.