Trump wants to clear homeless camps in D.C.; Mayor says his policies hurt the city
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser about the capital city under President Trump and the planned renaming of Black Lives Matter Plaza.
Virtual Summer Camp Uses 'Minecraft' To Teach Digital Skills
While some kids go to summer camp, others opt for a virtual camp. It uses the Minecraft video game to teach engineering skills, basic coding and how to be a good citizen in the digital landscape.
Bumgarner Leads Trend: Big League Pitchers Who Can Hit
Major League Baseball is dominated by specialists but San Francisco's Madison Bumgarner upsets convention. David Greene talks to Giants' broadcaster Jon Miller about Bumgarner and pitchers with bats.
Chinese Government Looks To Assign Blame In Warehouse Explosions
Official Chinese news media report that two owners of the Tianjin warehouses, the site of explosions that killed more than 100 people, confessed to using political influence to avoid safety rules.
Greek Island Of Kos Burdened By Migrant Migration
Millions of migrants and refugees are trying to get into the European Union. One way in is via the Greek islands. The migration is making a major impact on the island of Kos.
How Colorado Politics Could Interfere With New EPA Standards
When it comes to new regulations for existing coal-fired power plants, Colorado is ahead of the curve. But the state's governor and attorney general are clashing over next steps.
Best Known As 'Batgirl,' Yvonne Craig Dies At 78
Actress Yvonne Craig played opposite some of Hollywood's biggest names, including Bing Crosby and Elvis Presley. Her breakout role was in the 1960s Batman TV series starring Adam West.
Tired Of City-Life Stresses, Many Chinese Return To Farming
For many rural Chinese, the dream is to live in a big city. But some people are now rejecting urban life and moving back to the countryside to grow safer food and enjoy a more tranquil existence.
Workplace Issues: Offending Scents In The Office
On Wednesday, Morning Edition aired some listener experiences with good, bad and strange workplace rules. Now, listeners weigh in on scent and chemical sensitivity.
Passenger Misses Flight; Races Out Onto The Tarmac
As the flight pushed away from the gate without him, the man went through an exit door and onto the tarmac. He told police he was trying to make it to his high school reunion in Ohio.