Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Parton, who plucked bejeweled banjos, guitar and dulcimers with her long fingernails during performances, was a generous philanthropist and successful businesswoman whose projects included a theme park in the Smoky Mountain foothills near her birthplace.
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More federal agents head to Minnesota. And, U.S. Figure Skating announces Olympic team
The Trump administration will send hundreds of additional federal agents to Minnesota. And, here are the figure skaters who will represent Team USA in the Olympics. -
'Wait Wait' for January 10, 2026: With Not My Job guest Delroy Lindo
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Delroy Lindo and panelists Paula Poundstone, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Roy Blount, Jr. -
RFK Jr. cast doubt on a key vaccine. This country can't wait to get it
The U.S. is cutting the Hepatitis B vaccine from its recommended list. But here's a place where the medical establishment — and a rapper — are eager to obtain it. -
Six months later, the Texas Hill Country is still living with effects from flooding
More than 130 people died as floodwaters swept through the region on July 4. Now, recovery continues amid legal action and scrutiny of flood preparedness. -
Washington National Opera leaves Kennedy Center, joining slew of artist exits
The WNO is just the latest to say they will no longer perform at the Kennedy Center since Trump took over last year. -
Up First from NPR nominated for first-ever podcasting Golden Globe
NPR is thrilled that Up First from NPR is among the nominees for Best Podcast at the 83rd Golden Globes Awards ceremony. -
Minnesota and federal officials are no longer cooperating on ICE shooting investigation
In two press conferences about an hour apart, Minnesota's governor and the White House disagreed about the facts behind Wednesday's fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis. -
2 killed in shooting outside Mormon church in Salt Lake City
Two people were killed and six others injured in a shooting outside a Salt Lake City church Wednesday night while mourners were attending a memorial service inside, police said.
