A Look At The Navy's New Report On Racial Bias
The Navy has come out with its long-awaited report on racial bias. Despite critics saying the effort feels watered down, Navy leadership says they intend to create lasting change.
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Lawsuit Alleges 'Willful Indifference' Led To Deadly Conditions In Oregon Prisons
January was a deadly month for inmates in Oregon prisons, with 20 coronavirus-related deaths. A lawsuit has been filed alleging poor conditions and "willful indifference" by the state.
Trump's Lies About 2020 Election Traumatized Atlanta Election Workers
Former President Donald Trump's conspiracy theories about the 2020 election had a big impact on election workers in the Atlanta area. Many are traumatized by the effect his lies had on their lives.
Life Below $15 An Hour: Workers On The Potential Federal Minimum Wage Hike
Congress is debating whether to hike the federal minimum wage as part of the latest coronavirus relief package. NPR hears from workers who make minimum wage and traces the history of the minimum wage.
Education Pick Miguel Cardona's Message To Lawmakers: 'En La Unión Está La Fuerza'
Miguel Cardona, President Biden's education nominee, appeared before lawmakers on Wednesday for a mostly tame confirmation hearing. His opening message: In unity there is strength.
Jeff Bezos To Step Down As Amazon's CEO
Amazon's CEO will be Andy Jassy, the head of its cloud computing division. "As much as I still tap dance into the office, I'm excited about this transition," Bezos says.
Oxygen Industry Scrambles To Keep U.S. Patients With COVID-19 Breathing
Supply shortages of oxygen for hospitals have plagued many countries, but the U.S. has averted the most dire — partly because the industry figured out new ways to share resources and anticipate needs.
Lawmakers Honor Slain Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick In Rotunda
President Biden joined Sicknick's family and colleagues from the Capitol Police Tuesday night. Sicknick was fatally injured while fending off a mob during the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol complex.
The U.S. 'Battles' Coronavirus, But Is It Fair To Compare Pandemic To A War?
COVID-19 has now killed more Americans than WWII. That fact helps some people put the viral death toll in perspective, while others find it offensive. Historically, is it even a valid comparison?
Protests Against Mass. Governor Take A Toll On Swampscott Community
Many elected officials are used to dealing with political rancor but now some of their homes are becoming the target of protests. Including the home of Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker in Swampscott.