NPR News: 09-02-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
Israel captured a senior Hamas official in a deadly Gaza raid, while President Trump faces pressure to lower gas prices ahead of midterms. The accused killer of Charlie Kirk is set for trial on aggravated murder charges, and a Massachusetts jury remains deadlocked in the trial of a mother who admitted killing her children. Additionally, scientists analyze unusual flash flooding in the Grand Canyon, and Tropical Depression Edar leaves thousands without power in southeast Texas.
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Israel captures top Hamas official in Gaza raid
Trump faces pressure to lower gas prices
Trial begins for accused killer of Charlie Kirk
Lindsey Clancy murder trial jury deliberations
Scientists analyze unusual Grand Canyon flash floods
Tropical depression causes power outages in Texas
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