Louisiana Prepares For Harvey
Low-lying southwest Louisiana is particularly vulnerable to flooding from Hurricane Harvey, and some areas are evacuating as people head to higher ground.
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ACLU Leader On Defending Hate Groups
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Anthony Romero, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union, about the organization's stance on defending the constitutional rights of hate groups.
Rethinking Controversial Monuments
The battles over Confederate statues have sparked fresh scrutiny of other monuments as well, including those honoring Christopher Columbus and an Italian aviator with fascist ties.
Update On Hurricane Harvey
John Burnett reports on the latest on Hurricane Harvey from Corpus Christi, Texas.
Bay Area Braces For Possible Protests
The San Francisco Bay Area was bracing this weekend for two far-right demonstrations, until they were abruptly canceled. Tension is high because of the events in Charlottesville.
A Look At 'Antifa'
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Mother Jones magazine's Wes Enzinna about the anti-fascist, or antifa, movement, including their goals and willingness to use violent tactics.
Trump Pardons Arpaio
Late on Friday, President Trump pardoned former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio of a criminal contempt conviction.
Human Rights Watch Raises Concerns Over Autonomous Weapons
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Bonnie Docherty, senior arms researcher at Human Rights Watch, about the group's call for a pre-emptive ban on fully autonomous weapons.
Daylight Breaks Over Hurricane Harvey's Damage
The extent of the initial damage from Hurricane Harvey was becoming visible Saturday morning in Texas.
One Last Hike Of Summer
A reporter takes a hike along a bird-rich wilderness trail in the Soda Range high in New York's Adirondack Mountains.