Gun Control Debate Remains Stunted In Congress
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Sunday, February 10, 2013
First Lady Among Mourners At Funeral For Slain Chicago Teen
February 10, 2013 Fifteen-year-old Hadiya Pendleton was shot to death just days after she and her high school band performed at inauguration events in Washington. Her death brought new attention to often-overlooked urban violence and the debate over gun violence.
Code Switch
Bloomingdale's Lays Out Welcome Mat To Chinese Shoppers
February 10, 2013 Decades ago, Bloomingdale's sold goods from China to intrigued American buyers. Today, to mark the beginning of the Lunar New Year, the store is doing the opposite: selling goods that cater to the interests of affluent visitors from Asia.
Saturday, February 09, 2013
The Two-Way
From Making Snow Angels To Sledding, Finding Ways To Have #FunInTheSnow
February 9, 2013 Here's some of the stories and images that exhibit the fun side of the latest winter blizzard.
Animals
Vultures Beware: Virginia Town Targets Flock Of Unwanted Visitors
February 9, 2013 In the town of Leesburg, Va., a flock of 200 turkey vultures takes over suburban backyards every few years. Despite their seeming abundance, the birds are protected by federal law, so the residents called in backup for some official vulture harassment.
Remembrances
For Longtime Central Park Birder, Walks 'Heightened Joys Of Life'
February 9, 2013 Legendary birder Starr Saphir died this week after an 11-year battle with breast cancer. She led walks in New York's Central Park for some 30 years and enriched many lives. She was 73.
NYC Labor Chorus Tries To Hit Right Note, Attract New Voices
February 9, 2013 The New York City Labor Chorus has been singing the tune of unions and workers for more than 20 years. Now, with numbers of union membership decreasing, can the group carry a tune and message that will draw a new generation of singers?
Economy
For Rural Towns, Postal Service Cuts Could Mean A Loss Of Identity
February 9, 2013 VPRThe U.S. Postal Service's decision to end Saturday delivery comes on the heels of a plan to reduce hours at many rural post offices. In Vermont, residents of small towns are worried the change is another step toward the eventual demise of their local post offices.
Reporter's Notebook
For Some In Minneapolis, National Gun Debate Hits Close To Home
February 9, 2013 Earlier this week, President Obama was in Minneapolis advocating new limits on guns; no law or set of laws, he said, can keep children completely safe. NPR's David Welna sent this reporter's notebook about what he heard from some of those engaged in the gun debate in his home state.
