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Maine Sen. Susan Collins, A Trump GOP Critic, To Stay In The Senate
While Collins would have been a front-runner in a race for governor, her centrist style had turned some Republicans against her and she might have faced a tough primary.
How The Systemic Segregation Of Schools Is Maintained By 'Individual Choices'
Journalist and 2017 MacArthur "genius" grant award-winner Nikole Hannah-Jones says that when it comes to school segregation, separate is never truly equal. Originally broadcast Jan. 16, 2017.
NCAA 'Could Not Conclude Academic Violations' In UNC Athletics Scandal
An NCAA infractions panel takes no major action against the University of North Carolina, though it says athletes "likely benefited from the so-called 'paper courses' " for some 18 years.
California Blazes Are Part Of A Larger And Hotter Picture, Fire Researchers Say
The wildfires in California's wine country are coming in the midst of a near-record fire season nationwide. Researchers say a warming climate is a factor.
'Get Us Out Of Here': Amid Broken Infrastructure, Puerto Ricans Flee To Florida
With more than 80 percent of people still without power in Puerto Rico, thousands are pouring out of the island to find relief on the mainland.
After Devastating Loss, Bruce Arena Steps Down As U.S. Men's Soccer Coach
Just days after a stunning upset knocked the team from World Cup contention for the first time in decades, Arena said he's leaving the role: "We didn't get the job done, and I accept responsibility."
Trump May Put Congress On The Hook Over Iran Deal
If the president should declare that Iran is not in compliance with the nuclear deal, a 60-day countdown begins during which Congress can choose to reimpose sanctions — or choose not to.
Equifax Help Site Manipulated By Hackers To Push Adware
Equifax is taking a customer help Web page offline as the company investigates reports that the site directed people to download fraudulent Adobe Flash updates.
31 Killed In Deadliest Week For Wildfires In California's History
Officials say that they have moved into "recovery mode" in some areas and expect to find many more bodies.