I just interviewed Judy Blume and she cried and I cried and at the end she told me "you're really good at this" so I think I can retire now

Sad days in #Dadeville as the community gets ready to bury victims from the Sweet 16 shooting earlier this month...

Despite the subject matter, it's great to hear this student doing her first NPR spot!

Hey Kyle! Thanks again, and be sure to tune in, you’ll hear part of our convo!

Just unintentionally laughed on the air for the first time in years. It was the fault of the recently retired Mr. Buddy Johnson, who tried (and succeeded) in making me do this. I know it sounded odd. Back to serious news voice!

Wade was one of the first journalists I met at NPR. He was a smart and fun writer. he was a generous colleague and he taught me a lot. we’ll miss you…npr.org/2023/06/08/116…

Got a chance to report on this kidnapping hoax story for NPR. Here’s hoping that she gets some help, and that it doesn’t deter volunteers from helping with urgent searches in the future.

Another update for NPR on the #CarleeRussell case. She now faces 2 misdemeanor charges for an alleged kidnapping hoax earlier this month. She’s been released on bond.

A growing number of gyms are renting out desks so people can spend the day doing remote work and working out. "The setup lets her toggle between self-care and her job, in comfortable clothes." wsj.com/lifestyle/work…

Jimmy Buffett, the bard of Margaritaville, who died on Friday at 76, took a form of laid-back dressing instantly recognizable to anyone who ever hung around a boatyard and made it mainstream both at home and abroad. nyti.ms/3PjFzxT

one of my 7th graders just brought back a book and said "I realized I didn't like scary books," as they checked out a happy romance. And, yet again, this is why WE TRUST STUDENTS WITH THEIR OWN READING CHOICES. I cannot stress enough that kids GET this.

First New Blue Pigment in Over 200 Years is Being Made into a Crayon mymodernmet.com/new-blue-crayo… via My Modern Met

Authors of books that are banned in Iowa schools under a new law say labeling their works as porn diminishes their artistic and educational value. usatoday.com/story/news/nat…

This Holiday Season, please keep my son, Geologist Daniel Robinson, and our family in your prayers. Don't forget to share a story every week of a Missing Person. A family is dependent on you. Happy Holidays to you and everyone you love. GOD BLESS!! - David Robinson II 2021 - 2023

It’s easy to treat the media as a punching bag. But look to the nation’s local newsrooms. For little money or recognition, reporters in 2023 stood up to power brokers who tried to bully them into silence, exposed corrupt officials and even saved lives. Proof, from every state:

Got a chance to report this important story for NPR. UAB is suspending IVF treatments amid legal concerns.

Troy Public Radio's Ann Kenda reports for NPR News on the plea deal struck in the Carly Russell case:

I never would have imagined that my son, Geologist Daniel Robinson, would have gone missing. He has many dreams and aspirations, which he shared with me on many occasions during our two-hour talks. I would love to see Daniel complete those. Please help share his story. GOD Bless!

Thoughtful thread!

Got an important opportunity to cover the #PrattvilleLibrary for NPR and Morning Edition. The local library is often described as the epicenter of Alabama’s #bannedbooks and related controversies. #NationalLibraryWeek