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At Morehouse, Biden says dissent should be heard because democracy is 'still the way'
Facing potential headwinds with both young voters and Black voters, President Biden's Morehouse College commencement address focused on his view of the importance - and future of - democracy.
Though Criminal Investigation Closed, Prince's Heirs Still Hope To Hold Someone Responsible
by Matt Sepic
It's been two years since the pop star Prince died of an opioid overdose. Minnesota authorities closed the criminal investigation last week, saying they couldn't figure out who gave Prince the counterfeit pain pills. But the musician's heirs still hope to hold someone responsible.
Trump Acknowledges Lawyer Michael Cohen Represented Him In Stormy Daniels Deal
by Ryan Lucas
President Trump in an interview with Fox News acknowledged for the first time that Michael Cohen represented him in "the crazy Stormy Daniels deal." Cohen, who is currently under investigation in New York, said Wednesday that he will assert his Fifth Amendment rights in connection with the Daniels' case.
Trump's Lawyer Michael Cohen Says He Will Plead The Fifth Regarding Stormy Daniels
President's Trump lawyer Michael Cohen says he will assert his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination in connection with a lawsuit filed by adult film star Stormy Daniels. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Ken White, a former federal prosecutor who now works as a criminal defense attorney, about what it means to take the fifth.
VA Nominee Ronny Jackson Withdraws Amid Conduct Allegations
by Mara Liasson
Ronny Jackson, President Trump's choice to be Veterans Affairs Secretary, pulled out of consideration amid allegations about his conduct Thursday. But Trump calls the accusations false.
How Glasgow Cut Crime After Once Being The 'Murder Capital Of Europe'
by Peter Kenyon
Once described as "murder capital of Europe", the city of Glasgow, Scotland has cut its crime rate dramatically, in part by helping offenders find a place in society.
What To Know About North And South Korea's Leaders Ahead Of Their Summit
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Jean Lee, Director of the Center for Korean History and Public Policy at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. She talks about what is known about the leaders of both North and South Korea, and what this summit means for both of them.
Guilty Verdict In Bill Cosby Trial Effectively Ends Comedian's Career
by Karen Grigsby Bates
The end of Bill Cosby's trial also in effect marked the end of his career as a beloved entertainer and cultural icon. NPR looks back at Cosby's work as an entertainment pioneer, and how his growing conservatism and legal troubles have dimmed that luster for many of his admirers.
In Indiana, Advocates For Senior Citizens Form Army Of Guardians To Offer Care
by Drew Daudelin
When a senior citizen loses the ability to make medical decisions, a guardian is chosen to help them through the last years of their life. But many states offer meager financial support to their guardianship system, leaving some of the country's most vulnerable citizens without a guardian and in a perpetual limbo.
Teachers In Arizona And Colorado Walk Out To Protest Working Conditions
by Casey Kuhn
Teachers in Colorado and Arizona walked out Thursday to march to the state capitol buildings. It's a continuation of protests around the country over working conditions and pay for teachers and support staff.
Pentagon Report: Cascade Of Errors Led To Niger Ambush, Deaths Of 4 Americans
by Tom Bowman
The classified report sent to Congress, says the special forces team was retasked from a simple mission to a more dangerous one for which it was not equipped or trained — without notifying higher-ups.