A Melting Pot Of Traditions: Regina Carter Talks With Lara Downes
The genre-disrupting violinist talks about the problem with labeling music and the importance of being a role model for young women.
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The CDC Says Racism Is A Public Health Threat. Here's What It Means
The CDC has declared racism a "serious threat" to public health. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Dr. Camara Phyllis Jones, who worked for the CDC and now studies race and health at Emory University.
'A Sigh Of Relief': Crowdfunded Cab Rides Aim To Get Asian Americans Home Safe
In response to attacks against Asian Americans, there are efforts in some major U.S. cities to pool funds for taxi or app-based rides for people who feel unsafe walking or taking public transport.
Video: Forensic Pathologist Says George Floyd Died From Lack Of Oxygen
Dr. Lindsey Thomas was the first witness called on Friday, with the county medical examiner expected to testify later in the day.
Why So Many Asian Americans Are Learning Remotely
Multigenerational households and anti-Asian bullying may play a role.
Amanda Williams: How Can Color Bring New Life To Old Houses?
Back in 2015, Chicago's Englewood neighborhood was lined with blocks of houses tagged for demolition. Before they were torn down, artist Amanda Williams used color to bring them back to life.
Second Week Of Derek Chauvin Trial Comes To A Close
At the murder trial of ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the county medical examiner is expected to take the stand as the prosecution prepares to wrap up its case.
Chauvin Trial: George Floyd 'Gradually Succumbed to Lower And Lower Levels Of Oxygen'
"He's breathing. He's talking. He's not snoring. He's saying, 'Please, please get off of me, I can't breathe.' That is not a fentanyl overdose. That's someone begging to breathe," an expert testified.
How A Minnesota Paper Is Covering The Chauvin Trial From The Black Perspective
The Spokesman-Recorder was founded on the mission of telling stories from the Black perspective in Minnesota. Now its small team of journalists have taken on covering the Derek Chauvin trial.
CDC Director Declares Racism A 'Serious Public Health Threat'
"The pandemic illuminated inequities that have existed for generations and revealed for all of America a known, but often unaddressed, epidemic impacting public health: racism," Walensky said.