Deadly storms ravage parts of Missouri and Kentucky
Deadly storms last night caused deaths in Missouri and Kentucky and damaged homes and businesses.
Former Obama Advisor Explores the Decline of Democracy Across The Globe In New Book
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Ben Rhodes, former advisor to President Obama, about his new book which explores the decline of democracy abroad — and warns that it could happen here, too.
In 'How The Word Is Passed,' 8 Places Tell The Story Of Slavery In The U.S.
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Atlantic staff writer Clint Smith about his new book, How the Word is Passed, which looks at slavery as being central in America's history.
International Committee Of The Red Cross Director On Hurdles To Aid Gaza And Israel
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Robert Mardini, the director-general of the International Committee of the Red Cross, about the situation in Gaza and Israel after the 11-day war in May.
Cities Are Weighing The Dangers And Benefits Of Facial Recognition
King County, Wash., banned the use of facial recognition by county agencies like law enforcement, following cities such as San Francisco. In most of the U.S., activists are finding bans a tough sell.
Duke's Coach K Is Retiring After 4 Decades
A day after he announced his retirement, Duke men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski explained why he's leaving the game he's dominated for four decades. Coach K will retire after the upcoming season.
A Racist Law From 1834 Stands In The Way Of A Chehalis Tribe Business Venture
The Chehalis Tribe in Washington state has a plan to create jobs and revenue. The problem? A racist law from 1834.
Pandemic Unemployment Benefits Are Ending Early In Over 2 Dozen States
Over two dozen states are ending pandemic unemployment benefits early. Some say the money keeps people from looking for work. Calls to end the payouts got louder after lackluster job gains in April.
