An ex-Louisville cop pleads guilty to using excessive force in Breonna Taylor protests

A former police officer blamed for instigating a conflict that led to the fatal shooting of a Black barbecue restaurant owner during the Breonna Taylor protests has pleaded guilty in federal court.
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NASA says its asteroid defense test was a success

NASA smashed a spacecraft into an asteroid in an attempt to throw it off course. The mission succeeded beyond expectations, officials said.
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Barristers end strike after accepting Government pay offer

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Hurricane Ian highlighted the vulnerabilities of older mobile homes

Mobile homes built before 1994 can't withstand the kind of ferocious winds of a major hurricane. In Florida, there are thousands of these older homes that crumble during big storms like Ian
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California looks to target oil company profits in a special legislative session

Gas prices have recovered somewhat nationwide, but they have continued to spike in California, hitting an average of $6.39 per gallon on Friday.
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9 more ways to show your friends you love them, recommended by NPR listeners

Last month, we asked NPR's audience to share creative ways they show affection in their platonic relationships. Some ideas? Ask friends how they're really doing ... and give them the gift of time.
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Thursday evening news briefing: Daily winter blackouts warning

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A software CEO was arrested on suspicion of storing poll worker data in China

The Los Angeles County District Attorney accused the CEO of a small company that makes software for election workers of illegally storing data on servers in China. The company denies the allegation.
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Twitter workers spiraling after Elon Musk’s renewed offer to buy company

Elon Musk's renewed offer to buy Twitter has caused employees at the social media platform to lash out once again.
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Kansas City police look to Amazon Alexa for clues into double homicide

Kansas City police are seeking access to an Amazon Alexa they hope can help their investigation into the slayings of two medical researchers.
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5 takeaways from the report on abuse in the National Women's Soccer League

A new investigative report details sexual misconduct and verbal abuse by coaches in the league – and a lack of action by those in charge to address problems, despite years of players' complaints.
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