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Oct 16, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers a deadly elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon, where a 16-year-old suspect killed one teacher and three children before being stopped by a community member. The report also details President Trump's decision to cancel the live-streamed execution of the Fort Hood shooter, citing concerns over fueling extremism. Additionally, the segment addresses the Trump administration's lawsuit against California over mail-in ballots and the seizure of Rep. Ilhan Omar's personal devices by federal agents. Other stories include September retail sales data, the not-gui…

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Synchrony Bank high-yield savings Shooting at elementary school in Bend, Oregon Trump cancels live stream of Fort Hood shooter execution DOJ sues California over mail-in ballot counting Federal agents seize Rep. Ilhan Omar's documents Retail sales and stock market update Maduro and wife plead not guilty to torture charges Cause of death for internet-famous eagle Jackie Michigan uses genetic testing for fish stocking Sponsor: Charles Schwab Financial Decoder podcast
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