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School vouchers are one example of the stakes in legislative elections
by Wayne Schutsky
The November election in Arizona could determine whether a rapidly expanding school voucher program is reined in by the Legislature. That's the goal Democrats have -- if they can get a majority.
FDA Sends Warning Letter To Vaping Company Juul
by Richard Harris
The Food and Drug Administration is cautioning the company that it is violating the law by marketing its vaping products as a safer alternative to cigarettes.
After 5-Week Recess, Congressional Lawmakers To Debate Gun Control
NPR's David Greene talks to Alain Stephens, of the gun-related news website The Trace, about what to expect from a round of congressional gun-policy debates following recent mass shootings.
Neighbor Calls Sheriff's Department Over Girl's Birthday Party
A deputy arrived to find a seven-year-old girl celebrating her birthday. The sheriff's office posted a photo to social media complete with a princess dress, a tiara and big smiles.
University Of Tennessee Is Selling Bullied Boy's T-Shirt Design
A Florida grade school had a college colors day. One student got teased for wearing a homemade T-shirt representing the University of Tennessee. UT made the kid's design official.
In Measure Overhauling Energy Policy, Ohio Pivots Away From Green Energy
by Andy Chow
While most states are embracing green energy plans, Ohio appears to be doing the opposite. A new law props up struggling coal plants and trims support for renewable energy forms.
Sackler Family To Give Up Value Of Purdue Pharma To Settle Opioid Claims
by Brian Mann
A Purdue Pharma spokesperson has revealed to NPR that the Sackler family, which owns the company, is willing to give up the "entire value" of the firm to settle claims, plus $3 billion in cash.
Immigration: Mixed Signals On Bahamians, Southern Border Statistics
by Joel Rose
Will the U.S. welcome Bahamians fleeing their country after Hurricane Dorian? And, the number of migrants apprehended at the southern border dropped in August for the third month in a row.
In Britain, House Of Commons Speaker John Bercow To Step Down
by Frank Langfitt
The speaker of the House of Commons announced he will step down Oct. 31. The Commons again rejected the prime minister's demand for early elections. Parliament is in recess until mid-October.
Bahamians Need Food, Water, Shelter And Medical Supplies After Dorian
NPR's David Greene talks to Christy Delafield of Mercy Corps about coordinating relief to the Bahamas following Hurricane Dorian. The storm was a Category 5 hurricane when it hit the area.
Jacqueline Stewart Becomes First Black Host On Turner Classic Movies
Turner Classic Movies' first black host will spearhead its Sunday silent film marathon. Jacqueline Stewart is a professor of cinema studies at the University of Chicago.
Wisconsin Is Again Leading The Nation In Farm Bankruptcies
by Chuck Quirmbach
Nearly 10 percent of Wisconsin's dairy farmers may go out of business this year. While low prices don't help, analysts say the Trump administration's trade and tariff policies are also doing harm.