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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
NPR's Scott Simon Meets Musician Scott Simons
Simon talks with Simons about his career in Los Angeles, including his work on shows like "America's Got Talent," and having such similar names.
Mad Magazine Changes Tone With Four-Page Comic Strip On School Shootings
Mad is known for its humor and satire. Its latest issue, though, took on a more poignant commentary about school shootings. NPR's Scott Simon talks to executive editor Bill Morrison about it.
2 Kansas Races Show Broader GOP Divide Over Immigration
by Brian Grimmett
One candidate has embraced President Trump's get-tough approach. The other has rejected the administration's tactics and rhetoric.
Georgia Puts 53,000 Voter Applications On Hold Weeks Before Election
by Johnny Kauffman
Civil rights groups are suing the secretary of state, who is also the Republican candidate for governor, after tens of thousands of voter applications were held up. Most are from African-Americans.
Trump's Ohio Rally: President Revs Up Rhetoric As Midterms Approach
by Don Gonyea
President Trump's rally came after nearly a week of good news, including Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation to the Supreme Court and the release of U.S. pastor Andrew Brunson from Turkish custody.
As Small Towns Get Smaller, High School Football Teams Reduce Their Squads
by Emily Russell
Football is a way of life in many small towns. But as some populations shrink, teams are forced to also shrink. Reporter Emily Russell looks at the growth of small-squad high school football.
After Cardinal's Resignation, Parishioner Shares His Struggle With Catholic Church
Cardinal Donald Wuerl has been accused of covering up sex abuse scandals during his tenure in Pittsburgh. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with a Catholic who still believes in God but questions the church.
Michael Recovery: Florida Panhandle Tries To Dig Out
by Joel Rose
Hurricane Michael has killed at least 11 people after making landfall in Mexico Beach, Fla., on Wednesday.
Trump Expected To Welcome Andrew Brunson, Pastor Who Was Held Captive In Turkey
by Scott Horsley
Turkish authorities arrested the American pastor after the failed coup in 2016. President Trump made the cause a key issue in his administration's dealings with Turkey.