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Barbershop: Changes At The White House And What The GOP Does Next

6:09pm July 29, 2017

Columnist and former speechwriter Mary Kate Cary, political strategist Ron Christie and public affairs strategist Brian Wise discuss the week's White House shake-up, as well as the health care debate.

Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Offers A Look At Up-And-Coming Talent

6:09pm July 29, 2017

by Andrew Limbong

The international comedy festival draws new and established stand-ups, improvisers, sketch actors, comedy writers. Some people are just looking for a good laugh, but some want to hire the comedians.

A $30 million partnership between the NFL and the National Institutes of Health is set to expire at the end of August, with much of the NFL's pledged money unspent. Above, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in February.

NFL, NIH End Partnership For Concussion Research With $16M Unspent

1:22pm July 29, 2017

by Laurel Wamsley

The relationship has been fraught with disputes about which research should be funded. Four House members have asked NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell whether the league plans to honor its commitment.

Pedestrians walk past a "Look!" sign on the crosswalk at the intersection of 42nd St. and 2nd Ave. in New York. Cities all over the country are looking for ways to get pedestrians to pay more attention.

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It's Now Illegal To Text While Crossing The Street In Honolulu

8:54am July 29, 2017

by Miles Parks

Laws that ban tapping on a phone while driving have become common, but in Hawaii, a new escalation targets pedestrians.

At the Girls Build summer camps in Oregon, Araceli Eide, Kandyce Brown and Aleeyah Coleman learn how to pour concrete, shingle sandbox roofs and use power tools, but instructors say the real skills these young girls gain are increased confidence and fearl

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At Summer Camp, Girls Build Sandboxes And Confidence In Their Own Abilities

8:14am July 29, 2017

by Deena Prichep

In Portland, Ore., little girls are soldering copper, pouring concrete and running electrical wiring. At the Girls Build camp, local tradeswomen teach them the ins and outs of construction.

The morning sun illuminates the Grand Tetons, in Grand Teton National Park, Wyo., Saturday, Aug 27, 2016.

I've Been Everywhere: A Political Reporter's Landmark Moment

8:14am July 29, 2017

by Don Gonyea

Election campaigns are a great way for reporters to see the U.S. NPR's Don Gonyea checked off visiting state number 50 on a visit to Wyoming, and says it was a great way to mark the milestone.

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Preserving Route 66

8:14am July 29, 2017

by Justin Regan

For nearly two decades, federal efforts have been underway to help restore parts of historic Route 66. But the program is running out of money, which has businesses along the way worried.

Alaska Sen. Murkowski's Balancing Act

8:14am July 29, 2017

by Elizabeth Harball

Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski's stance on the GOP heath care bill could have long-term consequences for her state. The Trump administration may now pull back support for Alaska energy exploration.

Bringing A Bookstore To The Bronx

8:14am July 29, 2017

by Rick Karr

Since Barnes and Noble pulled out of the Bronx last year, there has been no general interest bookstore in the borough. Noelle Santos hopes to open one by the end of the year.

Radio talk show host and conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh, seen in 2010, argues the investigation into ties between the Trump campaign and Russia is an attempt to discredit the president.

Amid Russia Scandals, Conservative Media Provides Air Cover For President Trump

2:25am July 29, 2017

by Brian Mann

"Trump voters are never going to fall for this collusion story and are never going to buy into this notion that the Russians rigged it with Trump," said talk radio host Rush Limbaugh this week.

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