Ben E. King, Soul Singer Best Known For 'Stand By Me,' Dies
Ben E. King, best known for the classic soul song "Stand By Me," has died at 76.
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Ta-Nehisi Coates Criticizes Calls For Nonviolence In Baltimore
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Ta-Nehisi Coates, a national correspondent for The Atlantic, about his reactions to the Baltimore riots. He wrote a story this week about the cons of nonviolence.
What Is Depraved Heart Murder? The Unusual Charges Against Officers In Baltimore
NPR's Melissa Block interviews University of Pittsburgh law professor David Harris about the unusual charges against the six police officers involved in Freddie Gray's arrest.
U.S., Canada Announce New Safety Standards For Oil Trains
Safety advocates say the regulations — which require a sturdier tank car design and a new brake system, among other changes — don't do enough to protect people who live near railways from derailments.
Baltimore State's Attorney Known For Understanding City's Poor Communities
Marilyn Mosby rose to the national spotlight Friday with her announcement of the swift charges brought against the six police officers involved in the arrest of Freddie Gray.
Law Enforcement Reacts To Baltimore Officer Criminal Charges
Six police officers face charges, including murder and involuntary manslaughter, for Freddie Gray's death. Some worry they're losing the benefit of the doubt from both prosecutors and the public.
Reaction To Baltimore Prosecutor Marilyn Mosby's Remarks
On Friday, Mosby announced that the death of Freddie Gray was a homicide. She is charging the city police officers with a range of offenses — including second-degree murder and manslaughter.
Ohio Republican Gov. Kasich On Expanding Medicaid: 'It's My Money'
John Kasich is thinking about running for president. But the problem is whether he can get through a GOP primary, given some of his issue positions.
Ahead Of The Kentucky Derby, 5 Absurd Rules For Naming Racehorses
"Ocho Ocho Ocho" made it through the name-approval process, but "Preakness Princess" never would.
The Racially Charged Meaning Behind The Word 'Thug'
NPR's Melissa Block speaks to John McWhorter, associate professor of English and comparative literature at Columbia University, about the use of the word "thug" to describe Baltimore rioters.