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What we know about the classified documents found in Biden's think tank

10:33am January 11, 2023

Classified documents from President Joe Biden's term as vice president were discovered at the Penn Biden Center for Diplomacy and Global Engagement last fall, according to Biden's personal attorneys.

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An update from California's Office of Emergency Services on its severe weather

10:18am January 11, 2023

by Dwane Brown

NPR's Dwayne Brown speaks with Brian Ferguson from California's office of emergency services. More than 17 people have died in the onslaught of storms in the state.

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Domestic flight departures resume after FAA restores its safety system

9:45am January 11, 2023

by Dwane Brown

Flights at some busy airports have resumed after the FAA halted all departures this morning. NPR's Dwayne Brown speaks with David Soucie, a Saftey and Accident Investigator and former FAA official.

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Author George M. Johnson wrote All Boys Aren't Blue, which is on the American Library Association's list of most banned books.

Author George M. Johnson: We must ensure access to those who need these stories most

9:22am January 11, 2023

by George M. Johnson

All Boys Aren't Blue, a memoir for teens and young adults about growing up Black and queer, appeared on many "best books" lists when published in 2020. It's being challenged in some U.S. counties.

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Morning news brief

6:50am January 11, 2023

Analyzing the media coverage of allegations that President Biden mishandled classified documents. California prepares for more storms. And, Russian mercenaries declare a rare victory in Ukraine.

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Denver aims to recover from a surge of migrants entering the U.S. from Mexico

5:11am January 11, 2023

by Kevin Beaty

More than 4,000 migrants have arrived in Denver over the last month, prompting the city to open temporary shelters. Now the mayor wants to close those shelters, leaving migrants with few options.

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A 6-year-old shooter raises tough questions for the criminal justice system

5:11am January 11, 2023

Attorney Rene Sandler talks to NPR's A Martinez about legal representation in criminal cases involving children, after a six-year-old is accused of shooting his teacher in Newport News, Va.

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Storms keep pummeling California, causing widespread flooding and evacuations

5:11am January 11, 2023

In Southern California, flooding shut down a major highway in Ventura County, and more rain is expected. Torrential storms across the state have killed at least 17 people.

Malcolm Alexander (center) with his son and grandson, both named Malcolm.

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For the exonerated, compensation is a battle for stability and dignity

5:00am January 11, 2023

Both Malcolm Alexander and Frederick Clay were exonerated after spending decades in prison. Clay has received financial compensation for his wrongful conviction, while Alexander still waits.

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Grant Wahl's death at the Qatar World Cup set off conspiracy theories that persisted long after they were disproven.

Conspiracy theorists hounded Grant Wahl's family when he died. Now they're back

5:00am January 11, 2023

Grant Wahl's death at the Qatar World Cup set off conspiracy theories that persisted long after they were disproven.

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