Who is Cassie? The stalled music career of the Sean Combs trial's star witness
The mogul's former protégé and girlfriend emerged as a promising pop artist in 2006. On the stand this week, she said her relationship with Combs and his label quickly became more about control.
President Trump Honors Victims On Anniversary Of Sept. 11, 2001 Attacks
President Trump honors those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks and promises American strength and unity in the face of terrorism. It's his first time marking the 9/11 anniversary as president, but he is a lifelong New Yorker.
California Sues Trump Administration Over Decision To Rescind DACA
The state of California filed a lawsuit on Monday against the Trump administration for its decision to rescind DACA. California is home to about 200,000 DACA recipients. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to California Attorney General Xavier Becerra on the status of the suit and the state's plans going forward.
Millions Remain Without Power After Hurricane Irma Swept Across Florida
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, more than 6.5 million customers in Florida are left without power. Eric Silagy, CEO of Florida Power & Light, which provides electricity to half the state, said on Monday that residents need to be prepared for "prolonged and extended outages."
In Jacksonville, Fla., High Tides Threaten To Make Irma's Flooding Worse
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, Jacksonville, Fla., faces its worst flooding in more than a century. Officials are warning residents to stay put, and they say high tides could create dangerous conditions all week.
Houston Officials Warn Residents Of Potential Dangers After Harvey
Houston is now in the recovery phase from Hurricane Harvey, but the dangers are not yet over. Officials are warning residents about potential injuries from downed power lines, weakened ceilings and other safety hazards. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Francisco Sanchez of the Harris County office of Homeland Security and Emergency.
Hurricane Irma Mostly Spares Tampa Bay Area Of Florida
More than a third of the state of Florida was ordered to evacuate in anticipation of mass devastation from Hurricane Irma, but the hurricane morphed to a tropical storm. In the Tampa Bay area, people returned home on Monday and found a lot of their stuff intact and wondering if Florida officials overreacted.
Catalonia Marks National Day With Rally For Independence From Spain
In Spain, the region of Catalonia celebrates its national day on Monday. Millions are likely to use the holiday to rally for independence, ahead of a referendum calling for full independence from Spain.
South Florida Officials Begin To Assess Damage From Hurricane Irma
South Florida is assessing the wind and water damage after Hurricane Irma battered the state over the weekend.
In Houston, Children Are Likely To Experience Trauma From Hurricane Harvey
Students are returning to school in Houston, just a few weeks after Hurricane Harvey flooded the city. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Joy Osofsky, a professor of pediatrics and psychiatry at Louisiana State University, about the trauma that children experience after natural disasters.