Independence Day For Americans With Disabilities
In July, the U.S. marks the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the powerful poster campaign that helped the country come to grips with disability rights.
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He Was Born Republican Royalty, But 'Jebcito' Is From Miami
Jeb Bush grew up in Texas, summered in Maine and went to prep school in Massachusetts. But the place he and his family chose to put down roots was Miami.
One Teacher's Quest To Build Language Skills ... And Self-Confidence
For our 50 Great Teachers series, we profile Thomas Whaley. With his second-graders on Long Island, he's teaching English ... and a lot more.
Despite Attack, Charleston, S.C., Congregation Remains Strong
Charleston mourns the loss of nine residents after a gunman shot them to death at a historic church Wednesday.
How A Tax On Chicken Changed The Playing Field For U.S. Automakers
German families in the 60s loved cheap American-raised chicken. And Americans loved cheap VW Beetles. We hear how a trade dispute over frozen chicken parts changed the American auto industry.
Kids' Art Show Takes Over 2 Billboards In Times Square
Through the weekend, art by 23 public school students will be seen on two large billboards in the heart of New York City.
When Charleston, S.C., Pastor Spoke, 'People Listened'
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with S.C. Rep. Bakari Sellers about the late Rev. Clementa Pinckney of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston who was a victim of Wednesday's shooting.
Charleston, S.C., Mayor Says Shooting Is 'Impossible To Digest'
NPR's Melissa Block talks to Charleston Mayor Joe Riley about the shootings at a historic black church on Wednesday. He says it is the saddest day in his 40 years as mayor.
County Fairs Cancel Bird Shows But Get Creative Amid Flu Outbreak
Once a staple of county fairs nationwide, bird shows have been cancelled this year amid the avian flu outbreak. But instead of giving up, some groups are getting creative with alternative events.
Pastor, 3 Other Ministers Among Victims Of Charleston, S.C., Shooting
Nine people were killed in Wednesday night's shooting at a church in Charleston, S.C. The Rev. Dr. Clementa Pinckney, three other ministers, and other members of the congregation are among the dead.