Fitting Memphis Into The Southern Narrative
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to writer and sociologist Zandria Robinson about the racial tensions that still exist in Memphis.
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Winter Is Coming. What If Roads And Runways Could De-Ice Themselves?
Researchers are looking for alternatives to salt or harmful chemicals, including using concrete that can safely conduct electricity and heat road surfaces to keep them clear of ice and snow.
The Russia Investigations: Sens. Burr, Warner To Give Update; Spotlight On Twitter
Washington prepares to hear from the chairman and vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, more scrutiny for social networks and the Feds tell the states about cyberattacks — finally.
Distillery Cat Wanted: Must Be Affable, Brand-Boosting, Cold-Blooded Killer
A new book profiles some of the world's most fascinating felines, while telling how their job descriptions have evolved from rodent catchers to today's ambassadors for distilleries and breweries.
O.J. Simpson Released From Prison
The Nevada Department of Corrections released the former football star and actor in the middle of the night, to "reduce the potential for incident," the agency said.
Many Young Adults With Autism Also Have Mental Health Issues
Young adults with autism are more likely to have anxiety, depression or other diagnoses than people with other disabilities. And that can make transitioning to adulthood more challenging.
Puerto Rico Recovery Efforts Continue Amid Criticisms
President Trump tweeted criticism of the mayor of San Juan, who has been critical of the federal government's response to the disaster since Hurricane Maria hit the island more than 10 days ago.
Restoration Of Power In Puerto Rico Will Take Months
NPR's Michel Martin discusses efforts to get power up and running on the island after Hurricane Maria, with Devon Streit, a deputy assistant secretary at the Department of Energy.
Judge Rules That Black Lives Matter Cannot Be Sued
A federal judge in Louisiana has ruled that Black Lives Matter is not a person, not a company and not a formal entity. And that means the social movement can't be sued.
The Week In Sports: The Evolution Of NFL Protests And The FBI's NCAA Investigation
CNN's AJ Willingham, ESPN The Magazine's Pablo Torre and Indianapolis Star's Gregg Doyel discuss the fallout of the FBI's NCAA corruption scandal and the evolution of the NFL's "Take A Knee" protests.