Weekend Edition Sunday
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The program wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories.
Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
'Downtown Abbey' Begins Its Sixth And Final Season
And it's about time the mansion closed its doors for the last time, says reviewer Eric Deggans.
Alabama's Secretary Of State Shakes Up Voter Engagement
by Gigi Douban
Alabama is not a state that generally has prominence in presidential primaries. But Alabama's secretary of state is on a mission to change that in 2016, and he's having success luring GOP contenders.
Tornadoes Touch Down Near Dallas, Killing Multiple People
At least ten people were killed and thousands of people were left without power after severe weather passed through the Dallas area on Saturday night.
Ramifications For Major Players In FIFA Corruption Scandal
Eight-year suspensions were given last week for FIFA's top bosses, Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini. Carrie Kahn talks with author David Henry Sterry about the latest on FIFA's scandal plagued year.
Don't Blow Off This One Last Holiday Precaution
Last week, Weekend Edition issued a PSA to prevent holiday injuries. But we failed to note that you should never, ever stick your hand in a snowblower — even if it's off. Carrie Kahn has a correction.
Surge Of Undocumented Minors Closer To Home
Carrie Kahn talks to John Burnett about the recent surge of undocumented minors from Central America to Texas. We also hear from a 17-year-old who recently made the trek a second time, and successfully crossed the border.