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Bestselling novelist Paul Auster, author of 'The New York Trilogy,' dies at 77
by Tom Vitale
A leading figure in his generation of postmodern American writers, Auster wrote more than 20 novels, including City of Glass, Sunset Park, 4 3 2 1 and The Brooklyn Follies.
Federal Court To Weigh In On Texas Decision To Deny Birth Certificates
by John Burnett
A federal judge will hear arguments Friday over a Texas decision to deny birth certificates for babies born in the U.S. to parents who are living here illegally.
What's Next For The Trans-Pacific Trade Deal?
by Jim Zarroli
The U.S. and Pacific Rim countries reached agreement Monday on an ambitious pact that cuts trade barriers, sets new labor and environmental standards and protects intellectual property rights.
Oregon Gun Buyers Debate Stronger Mental Health Screenings
by Chris Lehman
At a gun show in Oregon, buyers and sellers talk about gun laws following last week's shooting at a community college. Some gun owners say the attack shouldn't be used as a reason to pass more laws.
Record Rains Leave Parts Of South Carolina's Capital Under Water
Steve Benjamin, mayor of Columbia, S.C., talks with Renee Montagne about the flooding that has crippled his city. On Sunday, almost 7 inches of rain fell, the most ever recorded in the city's history.
Santa Claus Launches Election Write-In Campaign
In Alaska, the North Pole City Council holds an election on Tuesday. The legally named Santa Claus has launched a write-in campaign. He's one of two contenders for two seats.
Toilet Paper May Have Been Jets' Lucky Charm
The New York Jets beat the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The NFL game was played in London, and The New York Times reports the Jets prepared for the trip by bringing 350 rolls of toilet paper.
Pope's Meeting With Kim Davis Disappoints LGBT Catholics
by Renee Montagne
Marianne Duddy-Burke, head of Dignity USA, a group of LGBT Catholics, says she was inspired by Pope Francis' visit. That turned to disappointment with news the pontiff met secretly with Kim Davis.
Bishops Question How To Achieve Pope's Vision Of An Inclusive Church
by Sylvia Poggioli
Pope Francis has opened an assembly of bishops to talk about issues facing families — such as marriage, divorce and contraception. He reiterated that the Catholic church opposes same-sex marriage.
Syrian Refugee Tries To Restart In Texas, After Long, Painful Journey
Kamal says he was a chef and caterer in Damascus before the Arab Spring. He talks with David Greene about his harrowing experience fleeing with his family, and their hopes for a new life in Houston.
Despite Improving Job Market, Blacks Still Face Tougher Prospects
by Shankar Vedantam
New social science research explores why the unemployment rate for blacks is persistently worse than the unemployment rate for whites.
After Mass Shooting, An Oregon Community Seeks Answers
by Chris Lehmann
A rural Oregon community tries to make sense of a mass shooting that left 10 dead at a community college.