As Rising Heat Bakes U.S. Cities, The Poor Often Feel It Most
Hotter neighborhoods tend to be poorer in dozens of major U.S. cities. That extra heat can have serious health effects for those living there.
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Musical Instruments To Be Exempt From Restrictions On Heavily Trafficked Rosewood
An international endangered species treaty that placed trade restrictions on rosewood is poised to exempt musical instruments from the regulations.
Police Seize Rifles, High-Capacity Magazines From Man Wanting To 'Shoot Up' Workplace
Authorities say Rodolfo Montoya, 37, told a co-worker at the Long Beach Marriott that he was planning a mass shooting there.
Mines No Safer Despite $1 Billion In Fines, Federal Audit Says
A Labor Department audit found no correlation between the federal system that fines mining companies for unsafe conditions and safety in mining operations.
Buoyed By Fresh Support, Rep. Al Green Plans New Call To Impeach Trump
Green says he will bring his articles of impeachment to the House floor for a fourth time. More than 120 House Democrats now say they support an inquiry.
His Only Relative Died In El Paso. Now, Her Funeral May Draw Hundreds Of Strangers
Antonio Basco asked the funeral home planning his wife's service to invite the public. Now, the mayor of El Paso, a U.S. congresswoman and many others are expected to attend.
Epstein Accuser Jennifer Araoz Files Civil Suit
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with AP reporter Michael Sisak about the civil suit brought by Jennifer Araoz against the estate of Jeffrey Epstein, who was found dead in his jail cell Saturday.
Feds: Dayton Gunman's Friend Helped Hide Body Armor And Ammo From Shooter's Parents
Authorities say Ethan Kollie did not help plan the massacre but that he allegedly bought and hid items the gunman used in the shooting.
NYPD Officer Will Not Face Federal Criminal Charges In Eric Garner's Death
Officer Daniel Pantaleo could still face disciplinary action by the New York Police Department. In 2014, Garner's dying words, "I can't breathe," became a rallying cry in national protests.
FBI Arrests Former Top Puerto Rico Officials In Government Corruption Scandal
The charges come at a politically sensitive time for the island's government, which is projecting a polished image to Congress as island leadership expect billions of dollars in recovery aid.