Vermont Judge releases Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi
Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi — detained by authorities at his naturalization interview — is free for now. He had been in prison for two weeks after his arrest earlier in April.
Chicago Releases Document Dump Of Police Documents, Videos
The City of Chicago today released hundreds of videos, audio recordings and other documents from investigations into dozens of police shootings and other incidents that may involve excessive force. Mayor Rahm Emanuel says the move is a step toward greater transparency in police investigations, which many consider critical in restoring public trust in the oft-criticized police department.
'The Times' Reporter Describes ISIS Presence In Sirte
NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Anthony Loyd, foreign correspondent for The Times, about his recent reporting from Libya.
TV Production Boom Fueled By Scripted 'Must See' Shows
We are in an era dubbed "peak TV," with more television being produced in the U.S. than ever. For people who work in the industry, and for people who watch TV, it's a big deal. Is it sustainable?
In Mexico, Candidates Sling Serious Mud In Tamaulipas
Mexico is witnessing its dirtiest election campaign season ever, and nowhere is that more evident than the northern border state of Tamaulipas. Candidates are accusing each other of ties to drug cartels and political alliances are shifting fast.
Week In Politics: Ryan Endorses Trump, Clinton's Foreign Policy Speech
NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with our regular political commentators, EJ Dionne of the Washington Post and the Brookings Institution and David Brooks of the New York Times. They discuss House Speaker Paul Ryan's endorsement of Donald Trump, and Hillary Clinton's speech criticizing Trump on foreign policy.
Federal Jury Finds Three Somali-Americans Guilty Of Consipiring To Join ISIS
A federal jury in Minneapolis has convicted three young Somali-Americans of planning to join ISIS and fighting for them overseas. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Dina Temple-Raston about the case.
Small Florida City In Deep Financial Trouble
Things have gotten so bad in the small Florida city of Opa-locka that the state has taken over its finances and city leaders are the subject of two corruption investigations.
Democrats Look To Tie Trump To Down-Races
What effect is Trump having on downballot Republicans? Democrats hope his nomination and a divide in the GOP can help them take back the Senate and even control of the House.
In Down-Ballot Races, Some Democrats Try To Link Trump To GOP Candidates
With Donald Trump the presumptive GOP presidential nominee, both parties are considering his effect on other races. In California, Democrats hope to use his unpopularity to unseat one GOP incumbent.
Medical Examiner's Report Confirms Prince Died Of Opioid Overdose
A medical examiner's report confirmed he cause of Prince's death was self-administered fentanyl. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen about what fentanyl is and how its illicit use has led to a growing number of overdoses.