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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book
by Olivia Hampton
NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book documenting Black cowboys, Eight Seconds: Black Rodeo Culture.
Simone Biles Wins 6th U.S. Women's Gymnastics Title
After a historic triple-double flip in the floor exercise, Simone Biles collected her sixth title Sunday in Kansas City, Missouri. The Olympic champion is preparing for the 2020 games.
Hong Kong Airport Is Closed After Protesters Storm It
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Mary Hui a reporter with the business news organization Quartz about Hong Kong authorities cancelling incoming and outgoing flights as demonstrators fill the airport.
Mass Shootings Renew Schools' Concerns With Protecting Students
by Anya Kamenetz
Schools are investing in high-tech solutions to flag potential student perpetrators of violence such as mass shootings. Privacy experts and student advocates are concerned.
Guatemalans Elect A New President In Weekend Election
by Carrie Kahn
President-elect Alejandro Giammattei will face a difficult relationship with the Trump administration, which pressured the current Guatemalan president to sign an unpopular migration accord.
'Old Town Road' Is Good For Jeans, Bad For Street Sign
The song "Old Town Road" by Lil Nax X mentions "Wrangler on my booty." Officials in Wellesley, Mass., says people are taking street signs from its Old Town Road.
Migrant Crisis Is Moving South To Mexican Border Towns
by John Burnett
As a consequence of President Trump's remain in Mexico policy, the number of migrants waiting in Mexican border cities is growing. Shelters along the Texas border are reporting a commensurate drop.
Advocates Scramble To Help Mississippi Families Caught Up In ICE Raids
by Debbie Elliott
In the town of Carthage, Miss., immigrant families are trying to navigate a path forward after last week's ICE raids at poultry plants.
Protests Grip Hong Kong For 10 Straight Weeks
by Anthony Kuhn
Hong Kong saw some of its worst violence over the weekend. Around 40 people were injured in clashes in the city's busiest neighborhoods, and Hong Kong's airport was closed on Monday.
News Brief: Epstein's Death, Democrats' Gun Plans, Hong Kong Protests
Financier Jeffrey Epstein was found dead inside his Manhattan jail cell Saturday. Democratic presidential candidates release plans for reducing gun violence. Protesters and police clash in Hong Kong.
Dayton Music Festivals Go On As Scheduled After Multiple Tragedies
by Don Gonyea
Dayton, Ohio, is reeling from tornadoes and a mass shooting that killed 9 people. More funerals are scheduled Monday. On Sunday, many turned to music — German and hometown funk — to help them heal.