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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.
Snow Cones Fresh From The Sky: Listeners Share Recipes
NPR's Rachel Martin asks professor Staci Simonich if it's okay to eat snow. Also, our listeners called in with some of their favorite recipes using freshly fallen snow.
Four Months Later, Syrian Refugee Adjusts In Germany — But Doesn't Belong
NPR's Rachel Martin checks in with Syrian refugee Mohammed Eh'tai, whom she profiled in Germany back in September. He is working on getting his family to join him from Syria.
Iran Unfreezes Bank Assets With Iran Nuclear Deal In Place
Now that the nuclear agreement with Iran has been implemented, NPR's Rachel Martin asks former U.S. Treasury advisor Elizabeth Rosenberg about billions of dollars in newly freed assets.
For Art's Sake, Minneapolis Man Freezes His Pants
NPR's Rachel Martin notes an art installation, of sorts, by Tim Grotting. During the winter, the Minneapolis resident freezes pants and sets them upright in his neighborhood.
Update: Four Killed In Canada School Shooting
A school shooting in a remote community in Saskatchewan has left four dead and a 17-year-old charged with murder.
Assessing Damages As Winter Storm Blows Over
Cape May, NJ, official Gerald Thornton updates NPR's Rachel Martin on damage to his area from the weekend winter storm.
After 26 Years in Prison, Innocent Man Negotiates New Life
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Bruce Lisker, who was exonerated after spending 26 years in prison and who has just been awarded millions from the City of Los Angeles.
Women's Health Issues Compounded When Serving In Military Occupations
Last month the Pentagon announced all combat jobs in the military will be open to women. Dr. Elspeth Cameron Ritchie has been researching health needs specific to women on the battlefield.
Mid-Atlantic Winter Storm Blizzard Update
From Tennessee to Massachusetts, millions are digging out after a major blizzard. Reporter Joel Rose updates NPR's Rachel Martin on the impacts of the storm.
As Iowa Race Nears, Anti-Establishment Leaders Hold Strong
NPR's Rachel Martin and National Political Correspondent Mara Liasson discuss the latest news from the ongoing presidential campaign.
Death Memoirs: Why The Grave Subject Sells So Well
Why do we love to read about dying? NPR's Rachel Martin asks critic Michelle Dean about the enduring popularity of books like "The Last Lecture" and "Tuesdays with Morrie."