Nation Feb 17 What a Minnesota trial says about police officers’ responsibility to intervene This is the fourth week of the trial of three former officers who were on duty with Derek Chauvin when he murdered George Floyd in 2020. The officers are on trial for their role in his death and over questions…
Nation Feb 15 As Minnesota’s Black population grows, African Americans and African immigrants unite Three high profile police killings of Black men in the past two years have led to ongoing conversations about racial justice in Minnesota. There’s also been noticeable solidarity between the state’s African American and African immigrant populations. Special correspondent Fred…
Nation Jan 31 How society should deal with misinformation on Spotify The popular audio streaming service Spotify has come under fire for hosting the podcaster Joe Rogan, who’s spread COVID misinformation to millions. After two high-profile musicians took their music off Spotify in protest, the platform has announced reforms. William Brangham…
World Jan 31 Unpredictable weather impacts long-standing traditions on outdoor rinks With the start of the 2022 Beijing Olympic Games just days away, there’s renewed attention around the relationship between climate change and winter sports. As the planet warms, beloved pastimes that rely on the snow and ice face a growing…
Nation Jan 20 What role did the 3 other cops play in George Floyd’s murder? Jury selection began Thursday in the federal trial of three former Minneapolis police officers charged in the killing of George Floyd. The charges and issues in this federal trial are different from those in the earlier state trial that ended…
Nation Jan 13 Oath Keepers leader, 10 others charged with seditious conspiracy for Capitol insurrection The most serious federal charges yet in the Jan. 6 insurrection were unsealed Thursday. The leader of the Oath Keepers, a right-wing paramilitary group, and 10 of his members were charged with seditious conspiracy for attempting to overthrow the U.S.
Education Jan 11 Chicago teachers agree to return to school after a protracted standoff With the spread of omicron exacerbating staffing shortages, returning to school after winter break has been a significant struggle in many parts of the country. The overwhelming number of districts are back in person, but some have gone virtual for…
Nation Jan 04 Mainstream presence of Proud Boys, other extreme groups creates mass radicalization fears This week is the first anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection at the United States Capitol. In the months since the riot, a number of far-right extremist groups have become household names, and some of their core beliefs — and…
Nation Dec 30 NewsHour viewers reflect on the grief, gratitude and hope they experienced in 2021 As 2021 comes to a close, we take a look back at this year — full of immense challenge and loss, but also perseverance and hope. In recent days, we have reconnected with a number of the PBS NewsHour's viewers…
Nation Dec 28 Texas doctor reflects on the lessons and loss in 2021 As 2021 comes to a close, we take a look back at a year of immense challenge and loss — but also a year of hope. In recent days, we reconnected with a number of our viewers and guests from…