Afghan who helped U.S. military arrested by ICE after routine immigration hearing
An Afghan who helped U.S. military forces at war was arrested by ICE agents after appearing for an immigration hearing in San Diego. He may now face deportation despite death threats from the Taliban.
'GQ' Says James Harden Is The NBA's Most Exciting Player
It's NBA playoff season. David Greene talks to Devin Gordon, who profiled Houston Rockets point guard James Harden for GQ magazine.
Legacy: Barbara Bush's Approach To Policy And Politics
The former first lady died Tuesday at the age of 92. To discuss Bush's legacy, David Greene talks to Rider University professor Myra Gutin, who wrote a book about Bush's years in the White House.
Pompeo's Trip To North Korea May Pave The Way For Direct Talks
President Trump tweeted Wednesday that CIA Director Mike Pompeo met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. David Greene talks to Shane Harris of The Washington Post, which first reported the story.
Starbucks Stores To Close For An Afternoon Of Racial-Bias Education
Noel King talks to Sherrilyn Ifill, president and director-counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, who is among the experts advising the company on the curriculum.
Morgan Stanley Is Leaving Morgan Stanley, Bloomberg Reports
A trader named Morgan Stanley was working at the Wall Street firm. Neither Morgan Stanley the man, nor Morgan Stanley the company responded to Bloomberg's request for comment about his career move.
Remembering Carl Kasell, Longtime NPR Newscaster
Carl Kasell died on Tuesday at the age of 84 from complications of Alzheimer's disease. He worked at NPR for over three decades, including as scorekeeper for quiz show Wait Wait Don't Tell Me.
Bedouine's Sound Hints Of Southern Country And Soft Rustic Folk
Slingshot is a project by NPR Music to highlight emerging artists. Bedouine was born in Allepo, Syria, and has moved around a lot, but her music is rooted in the country folk rock of the 60s and 70s.
GOP Groups Pour Money Into Upcoming Arizona Special Election
The election is for a U.S. House seat. While Republicans are taking nothing for granted in a conservative district, Democrats are hoping for another upset like the one last month in Pennsylvania.
Robber In Georgia Used Clear Plastic Bag As His Mask, Police Say
Police posted surveillance video of the robbery to Facebook and asked the public to help in the search. Writing: "You can help us catch him, once you stop laughing."
Former First Lady Barbara Bush Dies At 92
Commentator and columnist Cokie Roberts joins Noel King for a remembrance of Barbara Bush, who was one of two women to be wife of one president and mother of another.
