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A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil billed as one of the world's largest and most complete specimens was sold for a record $50.1 million Tuesday to a mystery bidder. -
The speech comes as President Trump has escalated calls for Republicans to pass tighter federal voting rules for November's midterm elections. -
Eighty percent of new Ebola cases in eastern Congo are emerging from unknown chains of transmission, according to WHO, a sign the outbreak is spreading faster than health officials can track. -
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett spoke with lawmakers about funding for security and other needs for the court on Tuesday.
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KUOW reporter Will James discusses "We Keep Us Safe," a new NPR podcast investigating the unsolved 2020 killing of 16-year-old Antonio Mays Jr. inside Seattle's CHOP protest zone. -
Canva StockAs climate change strains Arkansas's rice industry Little Rock Public Radio's Amir Mahmoud reports on efforts to breed rice varieties resistant to heat drought and high nighttime temperatures.
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Local Music News from KUAF
- Local musicians gather support for Meteor Guitar Gallery's Les Key
- Talkin' Tunes with Kyle, Sophia and Wai Kay 7/9/2026
- StoneRidge Recording marathon session raises money for EverHope
- Talkin' Tunes with Kyle and Sophia 7/2/2026
- AIRE benefit showcase brings NWA artists to Vibra Night Club
- Talkin' Tunes with Kyle, Sophia and Wai Kay 6/25/2026