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Science Insect populations drop even without direct human interference, a new study finds Research published this month found that even in pristine, untouched areas, insect populations are still on the decline. Climate change is a likely culprit. Alana Wise
National Utah college students react to the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk Utah college students are reacting to the killing of right-wind activist Charlie Kirk. NPR talks with students at Utah Valley University, where Kirk was shot, and nearby BYU. Saige Miller
Science Health care costs are soaring. Blame insurers, drug companies — and your employer Some 154 million people in the United States get health care through their employer — and for many, their costs are about to go way up. Maria Aspan
Politics These fired DOJ lawyers are finding new ways to make a difference Four prosecutors who worked on Capitol riot cases have found a way to continue public service after leaving the Justice Department. They're all colleagues again. Carrie Johnson
National This shop fixes student instruments for free. Now, a music legend is chipping in Herb Alpert got his start playing trumpet in L.A.'s public schools. He wants to help make that "magic" possible for students. Jonaki Mehta
Politics CBS shifts to appease the right under new owner CBS' new owner, David Ellison, has taken concrete steps to address the concerns of the news division's sharpest critics — particularly President Trump and his allies. David Folkenflik
Mental Health Plans for King County mental health crisis center in Seattle pass another hurdle A King County Council committee voted unanimously yesterday to go forward with plans for a walk-in mental health crisis care center in Seattle. In effect, that serves as an approval to buy the proposed location at Broadway and Union, in the old Polyclinic building. Seattle Times engagement reporter Taylor Blatchford told KUOW’s Paige Browning about why plans to site the center there have been contentious. Paige Browning
National Charlie Kirk's killing raises the stakes for campus security How much security at a campus event is enough? Campus police are mulling the question. Martin Kaste
Thursday Evening Headlines WA student test scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, Fred Meyer will move ahead with Seattle area closures, and King County forges ahead to build a walk-in mental health crisis center on Capitol Hill. Patricia Murphy
Health They want COVID shots to protect their health or family. They can't get them Though the FDA narrowed criteria for the shots, many people still want them, to avoid illness and protect vulnerable family members. Some are turned down at the pharmacy or have to jump through hoops. Rob Stein