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Alejandro Arcos, a mayor in Mexico, was killed just one week after he took office
by Emily Green
Only a week in office and the mayor of a small Mexican town is assassinated -- as cartel violence continues to spiral out of control.
Google Researcher Discusses Departure
Timnit Gebru talks to Steve Inskeep about her departure from Google after raisng questions about gender, race and the ethics behind artificial intelligence.
Sourdough Starter Recipes That Aren't Bread
Early in the pandemic, lots of new bakers turned to sourdough, But in case you are somehow sick of that classic sourdough loaf, baker and blogger Bryan Ford has some ideas.
Latest Government Hack Poses 'Grave Risk,' U.S. Cyber Agency Says
by Greg Myre
After several days of relative silence, the U.S. cybersecurity agency now says a major computer hack poses a "grave risk", extending throughout federal, state and local government.
The History Of Scabby The Rat
by Amanda Aronczyk
A longtime symbol of labor protests, Scabby the Rat, can be seen outside stories, factories or other places where unions don't like hiring practices. But these days, Scabby is in the courts, too.
Virginia Lawmakers To Decide On Fate Of Robert E. Lee Statue
Virginia lawmakers will vote on whether to replace a statue of Robert E. Lee with one of Barbara Rose Johns. In 1951, she led a student walkout to protest her high school's segregated facilities.
Illinois Couple Re-Creates Restaurant Dining Experience
They turned their van into a mini dining room, complete with a checkered tablecloth and string lights. They can roll up to a restaurant parking lot and have meals delivered to the back of the van.
How Close Are Lawmakers To Approving More Relief For The Economy?
NPR's Rachel Martin talks with Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips and GOP Rep. Dusty Johnson, members of the bipartisan group Problem Solvers Caucus, about the latest on COVID-19 relief talks.
Did Thanksgiving Travel Cause COVID-19 Surge? Experts Say Results Are Mixed
by Will Stone
Data show a surge in virus transmission in some areas. Doctors, local health departments and others in the community talk about what they are seeing, and what are they are worried about.
Independent Panel To Give FDA Its Opinion On Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
by Joe Palca
An advisory panel meets Thursday to give the FDA guidance about granting an Emergency Use Authorization for Moderna's vaccine. If granted, it would be the second COVID-19 vaccine available in the U.S.