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The fallout of Rolling Stone founder Jann Wenner's remarks on Black, women musicians
by Eric Deggans
Rolling Stone magazine co-founder Jann Wenner is facing criticism for saying that Black and female musicians were not "articulate" enough to be included in his new book.
How a stranger's words helped a grieving mother with her pain
In 2016, Heather and her husband were expecting their fifth child. One day, she realized she did not feel the baby move. Her unsung hero taught her the importance of acknowledging someone else's pain.
The environmental analysis of Utah oil railroad is inadequate, federal judge rules
by Halle Zander, Aspen Public Radio
The company proposing a new railroad beside the Colorado River for Utah oil says it will persist, after a federal judge ruled their environmental analysis inadequate. Climate activists watch closely.
California's big oil lawsuit is a 'huge deal,' Center for Climate Integrity head says
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Richard Wiles, president of the Center for Climate Integrity, about California's lawsuit against fossil fuel companies for worsening climate change.
What we know about the visa scandal in Poland
by Rob Schmitz
Poland's foreign ministry is in the midst of a visa-for-money scandal. The deputy foreign minister has resigned and seven other officials have been indicted.
Dan + Shay reached a tipping point in their careers. It made them closer
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of the country music duo Dan + Shay about their new album, Bigger Houses.
Locals push back against plans to build a tech utopia in Solano County, Calif.
by Bobby Allyn
For years, a secretive group has been purchasing land in Solano County, Calif., to create a utopian city for the tech elite. Locals are telling the techies to take their plan someplace else.
Why people are skeptical of green initiatives — like water-saving washing machines
by Rachel Estabrook
A laundromat owner in Aurora, Colo., installed washing machines that conserve water. His customers abandoned him, but he was able to win them back after learning why they might be skeptical.
Poet Laureate Ada Limón hopes to help people commune with nature in new project
by Derek Operle
U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón has announced her signature project titled " You Are Here," which hopes to engage people with poetry and nature.
University of Colorado football is raking it in with new coach Deion Sanders
by Tony Gorman
The University of Colorado's new football coach Deion Sanders is turning the program from notorious basement dweller to the hottest ticket in the NCAA. Fans are excited and UC is raking in millions.