Why Trump's deployment of the National Guard to LA is unprecedented
NPR's A Martinez speaks with former Congressman William Enyart, who served in the Illinois Army National Guard, about President Trump's decision to federalize parts of California's National Guard troops.
Poet Kwame Alexander Reflects On Derek Chauvin's Guilty Verdict
NPR's Rachel Martin and Morning Edition poet in residence Kwame Alexander look back on the conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd.
Police Officers Monitored Derek Chauvin's Trial Very Closely
The conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin is being seen as a watershed moment for police accountability. But will it actually change policing in America?
Musician Distracts Himself During 1st Time Paragliding
The man in Turkey, to combat nervousness, brought along his violin — playing away as he soared through the sky. It's safe to say he conquered his fear. He has signed up to do it again.
Sudden Coronavirus Spike Overwhelms India's Health Care System
India is grappling with shortages of hospital beds, oxygen and vaccines amid a sharp spike in COVID-19 cases. Scientists are scrambling to sequence new variants.
FedEx Cell Phone Policy Scrutinized After Mass Shooting
After the recent mass shooting at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis, it was tough for workers' friends and family to get in touch with their loved ones. That's because of a company cell phone policy.
News Brief: Chauvin Found Guilty Of All 3 Counts In Floyd's Death
Former police officer Derek Chauvin is awaiting sentencing after being found guilty in the murder of George Floyd. Reaction to the verdict has been passionate across Minneapolis and the nation.
European Union Regulator Says Benefits Outweigh Risks Of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
The European Medicines Agency says there is a possible link between the J&J vaccine and rare blood clotting. It says a warning should be added to the label, but says benefits outweigh the risks.
Jury Deliberates As Derek Chauvin's Murder Trial Comes To A Close
The jury in the murder trial of ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is now deliberating after more than three weeks of testimony.
Congressman Adam Kinzinger Says Withdrawing Groups From Afghanistan Is The Wrong Call
Rachel Martin speaks to former President George W. Bush and Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Illinois) about the U.S. role in Afghanistan. President Biden has announced the decision to withdraw U.S. forces.
How Israel Successfully Combated COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
As part of NPR's series on fighting disinformation, we look at Israel's success combating widespread vaccine skepticism – especially among ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities.
