NPR News: 08-16-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers emergency operations in Colombia following a deadly earthquake, with a benefit concert planned to aid victims. The broadcast also reports on severe flooding in the Midwest and Hurricane Lala’s impact on Hawaii. Additionally, it details the legal battle over the White House ballroom expansion and highlights an air traffic controller who prevented a potential mid-air collision.
Topics discussed
Colombia earthquake aftermath and benefit concert
White House ballroom project costs and legal fight
Devastating flooding in the Midwest
Hurricane Lala impacts Hawaii
Air traffic controller averts near-miss
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