Website Tailored To Paramilitary Groups Experiences Explosive Growth
The website MyMilitia makes it easier than ever for people to find armed, far-right paramilitary groups to join. Efforts to take down the site have sputtered.
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Vaccinations Help Michigan Lower COVID Cases, Mayor Of Grand Rapids Says
NPR's Noel King talks to Rosalynn Bliss, mayor of Grand Rapids, Mich., about the state lifting all outdoor COVID-19 restrictions this week — ahead of plans to fully reopen the state next month.
For Farmers In The Western U.S., Drought Inflicts Harsh Realities
As drought in the Western U.S. deepens, farmers are feeling the pain. Some are watching their crops fail, while others are selling cattle because they don't have the grass to feed it.
A Guide To Gender Identity Terms
How do I make sure I use the right pronouns for someone? And what if I mess up? Language can change quickly. Here's a guide to talking gender in its beautiful complexity.
White House Suspends Drilling Leases In Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
The Biden administration began reversing the opening of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge's coastal plain to oil drilling, by suspending leases issued in the final days of the Trump administration.
Democrat Stansbury Keeps New Mexico U.S. House Seat In Party's Hands
Democrats kept control of the U.S. House seat left vacant by Interior Secretary Deb Haaland. The victory was expected.
A Video Shows A Man Suddenly Hitting An Asian Woman In NYC's Chinatown
A video shows a man raising his arm to hit a woman passing by on the sidewalk. Police said the man was charged with assault as a hate crime, assault and criminal possession of a controlled substance.
Here Are The Texas GOP's Reasons For Voting Restrictions — And Why Critics Disagree
Republicans have produced few examples of fraud — and they're seen as out of proportion to sweeping changes that seek to reshape the way many Texans vote.
Biden Met With Survivors To Commemorate The Tulsa Race Massacre Anniversary
President Biden met with survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre, marking the 100th anniversary of the violent attack that left as many as 300 dead and destroyed a vibrant Black community.
Casinos Aim To Rebound As Las Vegas Returns To Full Capacity
After a year of social distancing restrictions, Las Vegas is reopening at 100% full capacity on June 1.