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For Baltimore-area residents, bridge collapse means longer commutes and uncertain prospects
by Laurel Wamsley
The Key Bridge collapse is upending life for countless people in the Chesapeake region. Residents say it's not just infrastructure — it's their identity as people who live close to the water.
With reservoirs at low levels, the federal government cuts water deliveries
by Alex Hager
The two largest reservoirs in the U.S., Lake Mead and Lake Powell, are at low levels and electricity generation is at risk. The federal government cut water deliveries and wants states to cut more.
Union organizing soared in 2022, but companies pushed back
Union organizing soared in 2022, but companies pushed back to stop the momentum.
Winter weather challenges Americans across the country
by David Schaper
The very big, very cold storm is challenging Americans in many states.
Movie Review: 'Living' and 'A Man Called Otto'
by Bob Mondello
Two new films about men who find flexibility late in life, "Living" and "A Man Called Otto," are remakes of acclaimed foreign films: Director Akira Kurosawa's "Ikuru" and Sweden's "A Man Called Ove."
A sense of self: Burna Boy brings Nigerian sounds to a global audience
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with singer Burna Boy about his connection to his fans and the ways he makes sense of who he is as a person, and who he is as a performer.
Illinois lawmakers push for assault weapons ban after Highland Park parade shooting
by Alex Degman
In 2023 Illinois lawmakers will push to pass a ban on assault weapons, months after the Highland Park parade shooting left seven dead and more injured.
Migrants in Massachusetts bring together Venezuelans living in the U.S.
by Cristela Guerra
Waves of Venezuelans arriving in Massachusetts have needed a lot of help, bringing together those who have been in the U.S. for years and unifying them with a common mission.
The Jan 6. committee's final report details criminal referrals against Trump
by Claudia Grisales
The final report released by the House panel investigating the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol attack details criminal referrals against former President Donald Trump and a path forward for its findings.
Sen. Patrick Leahy reflects on his career ahead of retirement
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Vermont Sen. Patrick Leahy about his five decades in the U.S. Senate as he prepares to retire.
With Christmas falling on a Sunday, Protestant pastors cancel services
With Christmas falling on a Sunday, some Protestant pastors are canceling services to allow their congregation to spend time at home.