State Of Emergency Lifted In Ferguson, Mo.
After four days and nights operating under the emergency order, St. Louis County and Ferguson have returned to normal police operations.
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On Eve Of Embassy Reopening, Fidel Castro Says U.S. Owes Cuba 'Millions'
In a newspaper column, the former Cuban president says "Cuba is owed compensation equivalent to damages" because of the decades-long U.S. embargo.
Sesame Street's New ABCs: On PBS And Now HBO
For the next five seasons of Sesame Street, episodes will air first on HBO before they're made available to PBS for free nine months later.
Are Traumatized Students Disabled? A Debate Straight Outta Compton
A class action lawsuit argues that traumatized students in Compton, Calif., are entitled to the same accommodations from schools as students with more traditional, physical disabilities.
Explosions Rock Northeast China City, Killing At Least 44 And Injuring Hundreds
An industrial accident resulted in a massive blast in the port city of Tianjin.
In Spain's Soccer Tiffs, Government Intervenes Again
Long-standing disputes between the leaders of Spain's soccer organizations have forced the Spanish government to step in, this time to help resolve scheduling conflicts.
'8 CDs For A Penny' Company Files For Bankruptcy
The parent company of Columbia House, the music-subscription king of the '80s and '90s, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Two NPR music editors remember the good and the bad.
LA Rolls Out Water-Saving 'Shade Balls'
In an effort to meet EPA regulations, conserve water and prevent algae growth in the Los Angeles Reservoir, officials are using 96 million plastic balls to cover the water's surface.
Expiration Dates Looming For Sex Allegations Against Julian Assange
With the five-year statute of limitations deadline approaching, Julian Assange could be cleared of three out of four accusations of sex crimes.
New Greek Bailout Deal Looms
Greece and its creditors inch closer to a third bailout agreement. Negotiators hope to reach an accord by Tuesday.