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PBS, NPR stations struggle with Trump-fueled government funding cuts
A month after Congress voted to strip public media of public money, PBS and NPR stations are working to cope — and survive. More than 500 radio and television stations are affected, and while some have issues in common, most have problems and strategies unique to their own area.
With CDC in chaos, scientists and physicians piece together replacements for agency's lost work
The CDC is in turmoil, with outside groups stepping in to handle work once done by the agency. The upheaval follows Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s sweeping restructuring and downsizing of the Atlanta-based agency.
Democrats see crime as a major problem. Their party is struggling to address it
A new AP-NORC poll finds that while most Democrats disapprove of how Trump is handling the issue, a large majority, 68 percent, see crime as a “major problem” in large cities. That’s despite the fact that statistics show crime, overall, is down across the nation. The findings underscore the challenge facing Democratic leaders.
A look at the hostages taken to Gaza, by the numbers
Israel says it has identified the body of a hostage whose recovery was announced on Friday. Israel identifies him as Idan Shtivi. He was kidnapped from the Nova music festival in the Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7, 2023, that sparked the war. Israel's military on Friday announced it had also recovered the body of hostage Ilan Weiss, who was killed in Kibbutz Be’eri. 
A walk through a Smithsonian museum reveals American genius and cruelty as Trump presses for change
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in Washington explores the complexity of America's past. The museum's mission is to present a nuanced view of history. President Donald Trump wants a simpler narrative focused on American pride and achievement.
Robin Lod scores a goal for Minnesota in 1-1 tie with Timbers
Robin Lod scored in the 85th minute for Minnesota United in a 1-1 tie with the Portland Timbers. Minnesota (14-6-9) is unbeaten in three straight and has three wins in its last five games. 
Lynx clinch home court for playoffs with record 31st win, 94-70 over Sun
Alanna Smith and reserve DiJonai Carrington scored 18 points apiece and the Minnesota Lynx clinched the regular-season title with a 94-70 win over the Connecticut Sun. Minnesota also set a franchise record with its 31st win. 
Pope demands end to the 'pandemic of arms' as he prays for victims of Minnesota school shooting
Pope Leo XIV has demanded an end to the “pandemic of arms” during a public prayer for victims of a shooting at a Catholic school Mass in the United States. Speaking in English, the Chicago-born pope referred directly to the attack in urging a culture of fraternity to prevail.