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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.
Epstein's Accusers Plan To Pursue Legal Options
NPR's David Greene talks to Paul Cassell, an attorney for four of Jeffrey Epstein's alleged victims, about the legal options available to them after Epstein's death.
Questions Abound After Epstein Is Found Dead In His Jail Cell
by Ryan Lucas
Jeffrey Epstein, the wealthy financier awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, was found dead inside a Manhattan jail cell Saturday by an apparent suicide.
Examining The Media Coverage Involving Jeffrey Epstein
by David Folkenflik
We check on how the media has covered Jeffrey Epstein, and the accusations and investigations that ended with Epstein's death in federal custody.
Hong Kong Protestors Force Flight Cancellations
Pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong have forced all flights to be grounded at the international airport. Rachel Martin speaks with NPR's Anthony Kuhn, who's reporting from the scene.
Kamala Harris Makes Her Pitch At Iowa State Fair
by Scott Detrow
The Iowa State Fair has a lot of fun to offer, but for presidential candidates, it's serious business. California Sen. Kamala Harris came to the fair intent on proving she's a top-tier contender.
Smokey Bear Has Been Preventing Wildfires For 75 Years
There have been parties across the country for the fire prevention icon. Maybe that's what the black bear in Estes Park, Colo., was celebrating when it broke into a home Friday night.
Simone Biles Wins 6th U.S. Women's Gymnastics Title
After a historic triple-double flip in the floor exercise, Simone Biles collected her sixth title Sunday in Kansas City, Missouri. The Olympic champion is preparing for the 2020 games.
Hong Kong Airport Is Closed After Protesters Storm It
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Mary Hui a reporter with the business news organization Quartz about Hong Kong authorities cancelling incoming and outgoing flights as demonstrators fill the airport.
Mass Shootings Renew Schools' Concerns With Protecting Students
by Anya Kamenetz
Schools are investing in high-tech solutions to flag potential student perpetrators of violence such as mass shootings. Privacy experts and student advocates are concerned.
Guatemalans Elect A New President In Weekend Election
by Carrie Kahn
President-elect Alejandro Giammattei will face a difficult relationship with the Trump administration, which pressured the current Guatemalan president to sign an unpopular migration accord.