They Paid For Wedding Dresses, Then The Company Went Out Of Business
Alfred Angelo Bridal closed all of its stores late last week, leaving brides-to-be across the country trying to track down dresses they had already paid for.
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The Call-In: Detroit's Riots Of 1967
In the summer of 1967, Detroit was home to some of the largest riots in American history. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Detroit native Luther Keith about the unrest, and how the city is now.
Native Americans Sue After Government Says Grizzly Bears No Longer Endangered
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Ben Nuvamsa of the Hopi Tribe about a lawsuit by Native Americans challenging the federal government's de-listing of the grizzly bear as an endangered species.
Number Of Teens Working Summer Jobs Declines
The number of teens working summer jobs is down sharply from a generation ago. But economists say don't blame today's youth for being lazy.
Another Fight Over The Debt Ceiling Could Be Coming
The debt ceiling is set to expire this fall. If it's not raised, the U.S. government could default on its debt. That's never been a problem when one party controls Congress. Until this year.
Art Studio Helps Adults With Disabilities Turn Their Passion Into A Career
This art studio works with adults who have a disability of some kind to make their art their employment. But all this takes money. And the new health care bill may impact the studio's funding.
'Dirt Is Good': Why Kids Need Exposure To Germs
Should I use antibacterial soaps? How often should I bathe my child? Those are just some of the questions Jack Gilbert, a microbiome scientist, answers in his new book.
Teachers With Student Debt: The Struggle, The Causes And What Comes Next
More than 2,000 teachers responded to our survey. Some called their student loan debt "an albatross around my neck," others simply said, "Help!"
Stress And Poverty May Explain High Rates Of Dementia In African-Americans
New research finds that African-Americans who grow up in harsh environments and have many stressful experiences are much more likely to develop Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia.
McConnell: Senate Will 'Defer' Vote On Republican Health Care Bill
The Senate will postpone debate on the GOP bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act until Sen. John McCain returns to Washington.