A fire has destroyed Memphis' historic Clayborn Temple
The historic Clayborn Temple was destroyed in a Monday morning fire in Memphis. It was a landmark of the Civil Rights movement and was a gathering place of striking sanitation workers in 1968.
People Across Louisville, Ky., Celebrate Life Of Muhammad Ali
People across Louisville, Ky., celebrated the life of Muhammad Ali as his body was driven through the city and laid to rest on Friday.
Memorial Service Held For Muhammad Ali In Louisville, Ky.
A memorial service for boxer Muhammad Ali was held Friday in his hometown of Louisville, Ky.
Remembering Muhammad Ali Through His Poem, 'I Am The Greatest'
As thousands of people mourn Muhammad Ali at his funeral in Louisville, Ky., NPR remembers his 1963 poem, "I Am The Greatest."
Supreme Court Overturns Death Sentence In Judge Recusal Case
If a prosecuting attorney has signed off on the death penalty against a certain defendant, can that same attorney later be on of a panel of judges reviewing that death sentence?
Philadelphia City Council Set To Pass Soda Tax
Philadelphia's City Council agreed to support a tax of 1.5 cents per ounce on sweetened beverages, including all sweetened drinks, whether they are sugar-based or diet. The proposal still requires a second council vote, expected to pass on June 16. Cities interested in similar taxes include Oakland, Calif., San Francisco and Boulder, Colo.
Hillary Clinton Fights To Win Over Her Own Demographic: White Women
Hillary Clinton is winning women voters this primary season, but that's mainly because of overwhelming support from women of color. As her campaign moves to the general election, NPR explores whether she can win over an increasing share of white female voters.
Fans Sing National Anthem Ahead Of NBA Finals Game 3 In Cleveland
Before Game 3 of the NBA Finals in Cleveland Wednesday night, singer Jessica Ruiz asked the crowd to join her in singing the national anthem.
Sourcing The Crowd: California Company Stages Phony Protests
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with This American Life contributor and founder of Found Magazine Davy Rothbart, who went inside the company "Crowds on Demand," a company you call when you need a crowd of people for any reason. This company sends fake paparazzi, pretend campaign protestors and pretend news crews to stoke more protest.