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Grizzly bears are set to be reintroduced to the North Cascades
by John Ryan
The federal government says it will restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades region in Washington state, where they have not been seen since 1996.
A barber turns haircuts into a game to help a boy with autism get through them
LaQuista Erinna's son Jackson was diagnosed with autism. Overwhelmed by sensory experiences, haircuts were hard. She found a barber who could manage Jackson's meltdowns. One day, things went wrong.
Ford plans to make EV batteries in U.S. with Chinese company that developed the tech
by Jackie Northam
Ford's plans to produce electric vehicle batteries based on technology and licensing from China has become a flashpoint in the debate over relations between the two countries.
Doctors could warn vulnerable patients of dangerously hot weather with 'heat alerts'
by Martha Bebinger
An innovative pilot project uses emailed "heat alerts" to inform doctors and nurses of dangerous local temperatures, so they can advise patients who are most vulnerable to heat-related illness.
Research in Alabama's Mobile Bay could have value for oyster reef restoration
by Guy Busby
Researchers in Alabama are trying to toughen up baby oysters so they can better withstand predators. It's all part of an effort to restore oyster reefs around the world.
A tiny bit of electricity can help some people with a traumatic brain injury
by Jon Hamilton
Research shows that a tiny pulse of electricity can improve memory in people who've had a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury.
Tahoe residents are now safe from the break-ins of 400-pound bear after her capture
Jordan Traverso from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife describes the capture of a 400-pound bear nicknamed "Hank the Tank."
What just happened when Texas' abortion bans briefly lifted — and what comes next
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
A doctor and woman who are suing Texas over its abortion bans react to the news — for less than 12 hours the bans were lifted. What is the Texas Supreme Court likely to do next with the appeal?
U.S. continues to push for a diplomatic resolution in Niger
by Michele Kelemen
The U.S. is pushing for a diplomatic resolution in the West African country of Niger, as Secretary Blinken warns that Russian-backed mercenaries Wagner are taking advantage of the instability there.
Texas Democrat Joaquin Castro on the state's floating barrier in the Rio Grande
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Texas Democrat Joaquin Castro, who is leading a congressional delegation to see the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border, where Gov. Abbot installed a floating fence.