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Mike Stewart
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AP
It's been six decades since the Voting Rights Act was enacted. Today, as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the sacrifices of those who died for that landmark law are in question.
Lee Hedgepeth
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Inside Climate News
In this edition of Anthems from WBHM, we honor Pride Month with musical protests AND celebrations of LGBTQ+ people from the late 1970’s to the present day. We hope you enjoy the show!
Gulf States Newsroom
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Photo courtesy of Southern Poverty Law CenterThe report's central argument is that the hard right is no longer knocking on the door of American institutions. It has walked through. -
Elise Catrion Gregg/Gulf States NewsroomEvery year, Elvis fans flock to Tupelo to celebrate the King in his hometown — including some of his youngest fans, who perform like the rock icon in competition.
News from NPR
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Bow Wow's transformation from child star to well-rounded entertainer serves as a blueprint for longevity. The rapper blazes through fresh takes of back-to-back hits. -
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power. -
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a Mississippi law that allows election officials to count mail-in ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but received up to five days after it. -
Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray bring readers a new historical novel that presents two women on opposite ends of the law who must partner to bring down a crime boss in 1930s New York. -
President Trump said talks with Iran would resume Tuesday in Qatar, despite the two sides trading attacks in the Gulf over the weekend. Iran did not confirm whether it will participate.
