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National On this July 4th, NPR listeners describe what freedom means to them For Independence Day, NPR's "Morning Edition" asked listeners to define freedom.
National 17 everyday people share what freedom means to them in today's America This Independence Day, NPR wanted to know how the freedoms and ideals of the U.S. have been on readers' minds. Suzanne Nuyen
Business Why is the dollar off to a weak start this year? The U.S. dollar had its worst start this year in more than half a century. Harvard University economics professor Kenneth Rogoff says President Trump is accelerating the decline. Milton Guevara
Arts & Life How Louis Armstrong became the first Black pop star Author Ricky Riccardi says Armstrong's innovations as a trumpeter and vocalist helped set the soundtrack of the 20th century. His book is Stomp Off, Let's Go. Originally broadcast Jan. 30, 2025. Terry Gross
World Firefighters race to contain wildfires in Greece as thousands evacuated More than 5,000 tourists, hotel workers and residents were evacuated from an area along Crete's southern coast. Some people fled into the sea and were rescued by local fishermen and divers. The Associated Press
National Immigrants with no criminal convictions represent sharpest growth in ICE detention population The number of people in ICE detention without criminal convictions nearly doubled in the last month — a significant increase compared to detainees who have been convicted of crimes. Jasmine Garsd
Hear it again: Finding a 'Storybook Ending' with Moira Macdonald, Seattle Times arts critic We talk to Macdonald, the longtime Seattle Times arts critic, about writing her novel, her recommendations for great summer reads and Seattle's best movie theaters. Libby Denkmann
Thursday Evening Headlines King County official arrested, Trump's spending bill means less money for Seattle, and Sea-Tac Airport prepares for huge crowds over the holiday weekend. Patricia Murphy
Environment As air quality worsens, UW scientist focuses on effects of wildfire smoke It’s been a relatively quiet wildfire season so far in the Pacific Northwest, with not much in the way of large fires or widespread smoke pollution — yet. But a recent study found that more frequent wildfires have been erasing air quality gains in the United States. Kim Malcolm
Juez federal anula orden de Trump que suspende acceso a petición de asilo en la frontera sur El fallo fue una victoria para los grupos de defensa de los inmigrantes que demandaron por la orden del presidente, que según ellos pone en riesgo miles de vidas Jasmine Garsd