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Gary McKinney of the Duck Valley Reservation says he plans to stay camping at a proposed site of a lithium mine long as it takes to prevent it from being developed.

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These Tribal Activists Want Biden To Stop A Planned Lithium Mine On Their Sacred Land

12:52pm September 02, 2021

by Kirk Siegler

In Nevada, tribal opposition to a proposed lithium mine is testing the White House's pledge to electrify America's transportation system and give more of a voice to indigenous people in federal lands.

Housing activists and community members march toward the New York City office of Gov. Kathy Hochul calling for a stop to evictions on Tuesday in New York City. The state extended its eviction moratorium on Wednesday.

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New York Extends Its Eviction Moratorium Through End Of 2021

12:30pm September 02, 2021

by Nell Clark

Lawmakers in New York voted on the extension as many Americans are struggling to stay in their homes after months of pandemic job losses and health dangers.

A security guard opens the door to the Whole Women's Health Clinic in Fort Worth, Texas, Wednesday, on Sept. 1, 2021. A new Texas law bans abortions as early as six weeks after conception.

What Texas' New Abortion Law Means For The People Who Seek And Provide Them

12:22pm September 02, 2021

Kathy Kleinfeld with Houston Women's Reproductive Services discusses the tangible impact that Texas' restrictive new abortion law is already having on her clinic and would-be patients.

Ryan Knauss was one of 13 U.S. service members killed in a suicide bombing at the Kabul airport on Aug. 26. He was initially wounded, and later succumbed to his wounds. According to a Pentagon official, he's believed to be the last of the 2,461 U.S. servi

The Last American To Die In The Afghan War: 'He Was Helping People'

10:57am September 02, 2021

by Jay Price

Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss was wounded in the Kabul airport bombing and later died. He's believed to be the last American fatality of the war. "If he had a crystal ball, he'd do it again," his wife said.

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Hurricane Ida Came Ashore In Louisiana But Now It's Affecting More States

8:56am September 02, 2021

NPR's A Martínez talks to FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell about the extent of the storm's damage across the nation. Historic flooding due to Ida inundated the East Coast — killing several people.

Two demonstrators protest against U.S. Judge Robert Drain, who has granted immunity from future opioid lawsuits to members of the Sackler family.

The Sacklers, Who Made Billions From OxyContin, Win Immunity From Opioid Lawsuits

6:56am September 02, 2021

by Brian Mann

The decision by a federal bankruptcy judge grants members of the family who own Purdue Pharma, maker of OxyContin, sweeping protection from any liability for the opioid crisis.

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A Crowded Field In Ohio Is Working On Developing Electric Flying Cars

6:43am September 02, 2021

by Ann Thompson

It's the Jetsons 2.0. A number of electric flying car companies are setting up shop in Ohio. A half dozen are working in its southwestern region to be near the necessary tech and weather patterns.

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The Aftermath Of Hurricane Ida Dumps Record Rain On The Northeast

6:43am September 02, 2021

The remnants of Hurricane Ida are causing problems far from where it came ashore in Louisiana. In New York City, a deluge of water closed all but one subway line. Surrounding areas had major flooding.

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Southeast Louisiana Is Forced To Deal With Multiple Challenges Following Ida's Rath

6:43am September 02, 2021

Following Hurricane Ida's powerful strike on Louisiana, the state is struggling to cope with the aftermath. Power is out for a million homes and businesses, food and fuel are both in short supply.

News Brief: Texas Abortion Law, Ida's Aftermath, Sackler Family Immunity

6:09am September 02, 2021

The Supreme Court allows Texas to implement a law making most abortions illegal. Storm's remnants cause problems for states besides Louisiana. Judge approves Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy settlement.