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Unsealed court filing details election interference case against Trump
by A Martínez
The Justice Department, in a new court filing, says former President Donald Trump needs to stand trial for alleged election interference just like any other citizen.
Carmen Best, Seattle's Police Chief, Resigns After City Council Cuts Department Funds
by Casey Martin
Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best has resigned. The move comes after the city council began the process of reducing funding for the police department.
Fallout Continues After Belarus' Alexander Lukashenko Wins 6th Term
by Lucian Kim
President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus, often referred to as Europe's last dictator, claimed a sixth term in an election this week that much of the world sees as fraudulent.
Congresswoman Who Helped Pick Kamala Harris Breaks Down Biden's VP Decision
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester of Delaware, one of four members of Joe Biden's search committee who helped pick Senator Kamala Harris as Biden's running mate.
'I Just Start Cutting.' Self-Harm Incidents Surge In Arizona Prisons
by Jimmy Jenkins
The number of inmates who deliberately harm themselves in Arizona prisons has increased by more than 300% since 2015. Advocates say it points to a lack of proper mental health treatment.
How Hip-Hop Brought A Young Hmong American And His Grandma Together
Tou Saik Lee is a Hmong American living in Minnesota. He felt disconnected from his culture. Then he discovered hip hop and the traditional songs of his grandmother. They began performing together.
Californians React To Biden's Decision To Name Kamala Harris His Running Mate
by Scott Shafer
Joe Biden has picked Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. The pick of a running mate from California is unusual, since candidates usually balance their ticket with someone from a swing state.
U.S. Sees Housing Boom Amid Economic Crisis
Most of the U.S. economy is in decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but home sales are skyrocketing at a record pace. NPR's The Indicator from Planet Money discusses the boom.
Dwayne Johnson Can't Convince His Daughter He Starred In 'Moana'
Dwayne Johnson's character in the Disney film Moana is beloved by kids everywhere. However, his daughter refuses to believe that her dad lent the character his voice.
Ohio State Fans Hit Hard By Big Ten, Pac-12 Fall Sports Cancellation
by Nick Evans
With the Big Ten college football season postponed, Ohio State fans are among the more disappointed with the unprecedented move.
Republicans Ask Supreme Court To Intervene In Mail-In Ballot Dispute
Nellie Gorbea, Rhode Island's secretary of state, is pushing to relax mail-in ballot rules for November's election.
You Can Rent The Last Blockbuster Store In The U.S. On Airbnb
Unlimited candy, a closet full of denim clothing, and all the VHS movies you can watch. You can spend a night in this blast from the past if you rent the Blockbuster in Bend, Ore., on Airbnb.
News Brief: Biden Names Running Mate, College Fall Sports Canceled, Belarus Election
Joe Biden names Kamala Harris as his running mate. The Big 10 and Pac-12 conference cancel all fall sports. And, Belarus' opposition candidate in the presidential election flees to Lithuania.