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Colin Kaepernick and Nessa Diab wrote ‘We Are Free, You and Me’ with daughter in mind
by Michel Martin
Colin Kaepernick and Nessa Diab wrote a new children’s book inspired by affirmations they share with their daughter and scores of young people they meet through their activism.
Border Worker In Arizona Acquitted Of Helping Migrants
by Michel Marizco
A jury has found Scott Warren not guilty on two federal felony counts of harboring illegal immigrants. Warren works with a group that leaves food and water for migrants in Arizona deserts.
David Holmes And Fiona Hill Testify On Capitol Hill
Two witnesses appear before Thursday's impeachment inquiring public hearing: the State Department's David Holmes and Fiona Hill, a former Russia expert at the National Security Council.
Both Impeachment Sides Rally Around Sondland's Watershed Hearing
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to NPR's Franco Ordoñez and Steven Groves, special assistant to the president, about White House reaction to Wednesday's testimony in the House impeachment inquiry.
Ex-White House Adviser Fiona Hill To Testify In Impeachment Probe
by Michele Kelemen
Russia expert Fiona Hill testifies in the impeachment hearing Thursday. In her deposition, she warned Republicans against "going down a rabbit hole" and falling prey to Russian disinformation.
Amid Impeachment Spotlight, Presidential Candidates Vie For Attention
Ten Democratic presidential candidates took to the debate stage Wednesday night in Atlanta — attempting to outline the policies they believe separate them from the rest of the field.
The Pittsburgh Pirates Need Racing Pierogies For Next Season
Can you run 200 yards in a minute while wearing a bulky costume? Lots of teams have mascots that race during games. Milwaukee has sausages, D.C. has presidents. The Pirates need racing pierogies.
Racist Incidents At Syracuse University Spark Fear Among Students
Syracuse University's chancellor held a forum to address recent racist incidents on campus. NPR's David Greene talks to Casey Darnell of the independent student newspaper, The Daily Orange.
Auto News: GM Sues Rival Over Bribery Allegations, UAW President Resigns
by Tracy Samilton
GM filed suit against Fiat Chrysler saying it bribed UAW officials in order to get favorable labor contracts. And, UAW President Gary Jones resigned following an unfolding corruption scandal.
K-Pop Group BTS Won't Be Exempt From Military Service
In South Korea, there is compulsory military service for men. Some athletes and classical artists are exempt if they tour globally. But the government ruled members of BTS will have to enlist.