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In the Bethel Park community where the shooter lived, residents tend to keep to themselves.

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Trump gunman’s hometown of Bethel Park reels after assassination attempt

The working-class town of about 30,000 just outside of Pittsburgh was rattled after learning the gunman came from their community, but most are hoping to put the violent episode behind them.

Neighbors in Bethel Park are still reeling from the Trump assassination attempt

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ierna Davidson (right) of the U.S. Women's National Team is challenged by Barbra Banda of Zambia during a group match between the U.S. and Zambia during the Paris Olympics at Stade de Nice on Thursday in Nice, France.

Tierna Davidson (right) of the U.S. Women's National Team is challenged by Barbra Banda of Zambia during a group match between the U.S. and Zambia during the Paris Olympics at Stade de Nice on Thursday in Nice, France. Marc Atkins/Getty Images hide caption

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The U.S. Women's soccer team opened the Paris Olympics with an easy win over Zambia

The U.S. defeated Zambia 3-0 to open the Paris Summer Olympics. It's a much better result compared to the Tokyo Games three years ago when they lost their opener to Sweden and only won bronze.

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that 'boneless' refers to a cooking style, finding Wings on Brookwood not liable for injuries caused by swallowing a bone from one of their 'boneless' wings.

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that 'boneless' refers to a cooking style, finding Wings on Brookwood not liable for injuries caused by swallowing a bone from one of their 'boneless' wings. Matt Rourke/AP hide caption

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‘Boneless’ chicken wings can have bones, the Ohio Supreme Court says

In a 4-3 verdict against a patron who sued a restaurant after swallowing a bone from a “boneless wing,” the court ruled that “boneless” doesn’t guarantee that there will be no bones in a chicken wing.

A bipartisan bill seeks to ban octopus farming in the U.S., outlawing a practice that has drawn controversy in Spain. Here, an octopus is seen at the Oceanopolis sea center in Brest, western France.

A bipartisan bill seeks to ban octopus farming in the U.S., outlawing a practice that has drawn controversy in Spain. Here, an octopus is seen at the Oceanopolis sea center in Brest, western France. Fred Tanneau/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Octopus farming in the U.S. would be banned under a new bill in Congress

The OCTOPUS Act would ban farming the animal, and imports of farmed meat. It was introduced by a senator whose office says he learned about the plan through a story on NPR.

France's Kiliann Sildillia (left) is challenged by the USA's Paxten Aaronson in the opening game of group play on Wednesday at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Marseille, France.

France's Kiliann Sildillia (left) is challenged by the USA's Paxten Aaronson in the opening game of group play at the 2024 Summer Olympics on Wednesday in Marseille, France. Alex Livesey/Getty Images hide caption

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The U.S. men's soccer team opens the Paris Olympics with a tough loss against France

The United States men had not played at an Olympics since 2008. The squad opened the Paris Olympics by taking on host France in group play. The French easily defeated the Americans 3-0.

Southwest Airlines unveiled big shifts in how it does business Thursday, saying it will throw out the open-seating model it has used for decades and introduce redeye flights. Here, an employee and passenger are seen at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport last year in Austin, Texas.

Southwest Airlines unveiled big shifts in how it does business Thursday, saying it will throw out the open-seating model it has used for decades and introduce redeye flights. Here, an employee and passenger are seen at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport last year in Austin, Texas. Brandon Bell/Getty Images hide caption

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Southwest Airlines says ‘assigned and premium seating’ will replace open seating plan

Southwest President and CEO Bob Jordan says research shows passengers “overwhelmingly prefer” an assigned-seat system. He also pledged to improve the airline's financial performance.

Vice President Harris speaks after meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the vice president's ceremonial office in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building of the White House on July 25.

Vice President Harris speaks after meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the vice president's ceremonial office in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building of the White House on July 25. Roberto Schmidt/AFP via Getty Images/AFP hide caption

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Middle East crisis — explained

Harris says she 'will not be silent' about humanitarian toll in Gaza

In her remarks, which came after a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Harris also said she held an “unwavering commitment to Israel."

Harris says she 'will not be silent' about humanitarian toll in Gaza

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Several women from the U.S. Women's National Team practice soccer on a green soccer field. A few are wearing orange vests that say

Jaedyn Shaw of Team USA controls the ball during a soccer training session Wednesday at Francis Turcan Stadium near Marseille, France. Alex Livesey/Getty Images hide caption

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U.S. women's soccer coach says the team has 'moved past' losses, is ready for Paris

The U.S. has a new coach, a reimagined roster and a chance to bounce back after dismal performances at recent major tournaments. The women's team has won four Olympic gold medals, but none since 2012.

Left: Kathleen Madonna-Emmerling, Right: John Wink

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Politics

Will Harris sway PA voters? A Pittsburgh area Democrat and Republican each have a say

Pennsylvania is a swing state, site of the attempt on ex-President Trump's life, and home of a potential Democratic VP pick. We talk with activists in Pennsylvania about how it's all playing there.

Voters in the Pittsburgh suburbs react to the new Democratic presidential candidate

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President Biden speaks during an address to the nation about his decision to not seek reelection, in the Oval Office at the White House on Wednesday.

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Elections

4 takeaways from President Biden’s Oval Office address

In his first public remarks after exiting the race for president, Biden focused on his goals for his final months in office and painted a picture of the legacy he hopes to leave behind.

FILE - Air traffic controllers watch for traffic from the control tower at the Tucson International Airport, Friday, Sept. 23, 2016, in Tucson, Ariz. The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday, July 24, 2024, that it reached an agreement the union that allow air traffic controllers to get more rest between shifts. (Ron Medvescek/Arizona Daily Star via AP, File)

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FAA and union agree to give air traffic control workers more rest between shifts

The agreement, which will give controllers 10 hours off between shifts and 12 hours off before and after a midnight shift, comes after close calls between planes that were following orders from controllers.

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We The People: Free Speech

The First Amendment. Book bans, disinformation, the wild world of the internet. Free speech debates are all around us. What were the Founding Fathers thinking when they created the First Amendment, and how have the words they wrote in the 18th century been stretched and shaped to fit a world they never could have imagined? It's a story that travels through world wars and culture wars. Through the highest courts and the Ku Klux Klan. Today on Throughline's We the People: What exactly is free speech, and how has the answer to that question changed in the history of the U.S.? (Originally ran as The Freedom of Speech)

We The People: Free Speech

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Ani DiFranco wants you to know she's more than a '90s feminist cult icon

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Ani DiFranco wants you to know she's more than a '90s feminist cult icon

Musician Ani DiFranco has never stopped growing as an artist. In the last year alone, she starred in the Broadway production of Hadestown, was featured in a documentary about her life and career, and released her 23rd album. She and Rachel talk about reinventing yourself in middle age, finding power in scaring people, and the magic of a late-night hamburger.

Ani DiFranco wants you to know she's more than a '90s feminist cult icon

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Republican Presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump speaks to attendees during his campaign rally in Charlotte Wednesday. The rally is the former president's first since President Joe Biden announced he would be ending his reelection bid.

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Elections

Trump tries out attack lines on Kamala Harris as her campaign heats up

At his Charlotte rally, former President Donald Trump launched new attack lines against Vice President Harris, as she is poised to become the Democratic nominee after President Biden exited the race.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk applauds as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to a joint meeting of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Musk has endorsed former President Donald Trump's campaign — but he says he isn't donating $45 million each month to the cause.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk applauds as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to a joint meeting of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Musk has endorsed former President Donald Trump's campaign — but he says he isn't donating $45 million each month to the cause. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Politics

Elon Musk is backing Donald Trump. Could that hurt Tesla?

“I do worry that he is not helping further penetration of EVs into the car market” and might make people leery of buying a Tesla, an electric vehicle owner and enthusiast in Michigan tells NPR.

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, on July 22, 2024.

Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, on Monday. Erin Schaff/POOL via Getty Images hide caption

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As she is poised to be the Democratic nominee, here are 5 facts about Kamala Harris

In a career marked by firsts, Harris is no stranger to charting a new path. If she becomes the Democratic nominee, and beats Trump in November, she would be the first woman president of the U.S.

International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach speaks during the 142nd session of the IOC in Paris on Wednesday, ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

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Olympic officials try to crush U.S. probes of China doping, threaten Salt Lake Games

The U.S. wants changes to the World Anti-Doping Agency after a Chinese drug scandal. Olympic officials threatened to block Salt Lake City's bid to host the 2034 Games if the U.S. criticism persists.

IOC CHASTISES U.S. OVER DOPING PUBLICITY

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