Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case
At issue is a case testing the reach of federal laws that promise special help for children with disabilities in public schools. Specifically: What do parents have to prove in order to get that specialized help?
'We Don't Think People Need These Kind Of Guns,' Dayton Mayor Tells Trump
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Mayor Nan Whaley about the aftermath of the mass shooting that killed nine people and hurt 27 more there early Sunday morning, and what should come from it.
Man's Recycling Mistake Nearly Gave New Meaning To 'Going Green'
Workers at a California recycling facility noticed a shoebox leaking something unusual: cash. They were able to return nearly all of the $23,000 life savings a man accidentally set out on the curb.
Judge Recommends Firing The N.Y. Officer Involved In Eric Garner's Death
A judge recommends the New York officer involved in Eric Garner's death be terminated from his job. That's according to reporting by WNYC's Cindy Rodriguez.
Children's Defense Fund Trains New Activists
The Children's Defense Fund is training a new generation of activists in Tennessee. The summer enrichment programs are modeled after the Freedom Schools established during the civil rights movement.
Trump Adviser Peter Navarro On Latest Tariffs
President Trump says the U.S. will impose a new 10% tariff on $300 billion worth of products imported from China. NPR's David Greene speaks with White House trade adviser Peter Navarro.
Trump's Judicial Legacy
President Trump has now appointed nearly one in four of all federal circuit court judges, cementing an important part of his legacy. The picks are far less diverse than his predecessor's.
America's First Gun Violence Prevention Minister
NPR's David Greene talks to the Rev. Deanna Hollas, who has been appointed gun violence prevention minister by the largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States.
News Brief: More China Tariffs, FBI Questions Americans Who Studied In China
President Trump said the U.S. will impose more tariffs on products imported from China. Also, Americans who studied in China are being questioned by the FBI and Puerto Rico's governor is resigning.
Charges Dropped Against Navy SEAL's Commander
The Navy announced that all charges are being dropped against a SEAL commander in a case related to Eddie Gallagher.
Puerto Rico's Governor To Resign With No Clear Successor
Puerto Rico's governor will leave office on Friday afternoon. There's uncertainty as to who will replace him.