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Judge orders Abrego Garcia released from jail, but his future remains uncertain
A federal judge in Tennessee ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia — the man the government mistakenly deported to a prison in El Salvador — to be released from prison until his trial on federal charges.
Trial For 'Capital Gazette' Shooting Has Begun
by Dominique Maria Bonessi
The trial began Tuesday for the man who admitted killing five journalists at the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Md., three years ago. Jarod Ramos says he was insane at the time of the shootings.
ESPN's Jay Bilas Weighs In On Student-Athlete Compensation Via NIL Vote
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Jay Bilas, college basketball analyst and commentator for ESPN, about the NCAA's decision to allow student-athletes to be paid for use of their name, image and likeness.
The Pacific Northwest Battles Record High Temperatures, Many Without Air Conditioning
by Paige Browning
The Pacific Northwest continues to see record high temperatures. Many people in Portland and Seattle don't have air conditioning. Homeless people across the area are especially vulnerable in the heat.
'Willy Wonka' Composer Leslie Bricusse Is Still Busy At Age 90
by Tim Greiving
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory turns 50 in June, and Hook turns 30 in December. Both were shaped by the English lyricist and composer Leslie Bricusse, who remains vital and busy at age 90.
Condo Collapse Kicks Off Inspections Of Older Buildings In Miami-Dade County
by Greg Allen
Following the Surfside collapse, building departments are doing emergency inspections of older condominiums to ensure safety. The condo in Surfside, Fla., collapsed just as required work was starting.
Marijuana Is A Step Closer To Being Decriminalized In Mexico
by Carrie Kahn
Mexico's Supreme Court has taken steps to decriminalize the recreational use of marijuana. Adults will be able to apply for permits to grow cannabis for personal use.
Drought Has Pitted Farmers Against Native Tribes Protecting Endangered Fish
by Erik Neumann
Along the California-Oregon border, the Klamath Basin is in the midst of a record drought, pitting farmers against native tribes with historic water rights who are trying to protect endangered fish.
Uncertainty Has Made It Hard For Countries Getting COVAX Vaccine Doses To Prepare
by Will Stone
The U.S. and its allies are starting to send about 1 billion doses to Latin America, Africa and Asia. Workers on the ground say there are still big obstacles to making sure vaccines don't go to waste.
White House Is Making One Last Push To Get 70% Of Americans Vaccinated Before July 4
by Tamara Keith
The White House is making its last big push ahead of a July 4 target of getting 70% of American adults vaccinated, a target that now seems out of reach.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez Discusses The Latest On Surfside Condo Collapse
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Florida's Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez about the latest developments in Surfside, Fla.
When A City-Size Star Becomes A Black Hole's Lunch, The Universe Roils
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
A Drone Is Swooping In To Assist Lifeguards On Lake Michigan
by Dan Wanschura
Last year was a record year for drownings in Lake Michigan. A drone will now help locate swimmers in danger and drop a floatation device to reach swimmers about three minutes faster than a lifeguard.