Brian Mann appears in the following:
Rochester Police Chief Resigns Amid Protests Over Black Man's Death
Wednesday, September 09, 2020
Chief La'Ron Singletary and other leaders are leaving the department in Rochester, N.Y., as protests continue over the March death of a Black man by asphyxiation after being restrained by officers.
Rochester, N.Y., Police Chief Resigns Amid Protests Over Daniel Prude's Death
Tuesday, September 08, 2020
Rochester, N.Y.'s police chief resigned Tuesday along with other department leaders. The department has been the subject of protests after the death of a Black man during his arrest.
Reporter's Notebook: Covering New York's Racial Justice Protests
Monday, September 07, 2020
While tear gas and rage get most of the attention in the demonstrations, there are also tender and hopeful moments — including singing, poetry, and talk of healing — taking place.
Protests Sparked By Daniel Prude's Death Escalate In Rochester, N.Y.
Saturday, September 05, 2020
Mostly peaceful protests are growing in Rochester, N.Y., over the death of Daniel Prude in police custody. Police have responded with tear gas and arrests.
Former Top NRA Exec Says Greed, Corruption Pushed Gun Group Into 'Death Spiral'
Friday, September 04, 2020
Joshua Powell left the group facing claims of sexual harassment and improper spending. In Inside the NRA, he calls for gun reforms — and confirms the harshest criticisms against the group.
Older White Voters Who Helped Trump Win May Be In Play
Sunday, August 23, 2020
Polls suggest movement in this key demographic toward Joe Biden, but some white seniors in battleground states tell NPR they're sticking with the president.
Crowdsourced Border Wall Donors Disturbed By Fraud And Money Laundering Charges
Friday, August 21, 2020
Some donors have gotten their money back after contributing to "We Build the Wall." Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon and other officials at the nonprofit are accused of bilking donors.
U.S. Sees Deadly Drug Overdose Spike During Pandemic
Thursday, August 13, 2020
"During the pandemic, basically everything is pointed in the wrong direction," says one federal health official, who calls the convergence of COVID-19 and America's addiction crisis "a nightmare."
Opioid Scandal Haunts Drug Companies As They Respond To Pandemic
Monday, August 10, 2020
Thousands of lawsuits that ground to a halt because of COVID-19 are moving forward again as local, state and federal courts reopen around the U.S.
Drug Companies Face Lawsuits From Opioid Crisis As They Respond To The Pandemic
Friday, August 07, 2020
As pharmaceutical companies face a tsunami of lawsuits and criminal probes stemming from the opioid epidemic, they are accused of using the coronavirus crisis to rehabilitate their image.
Millions In East Coast Without Power For Days After Isaias Sweeps Through
Thursday, August 06, 2020
Millions of people in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are without power as utilities struggle to repair grids damaged by Tropical Storm Isaias.
NYC Setting Up Quarantine Checkpoints For Travelers From COVID-19 Hot Spots
Wednesday, August 05, 2020
Checkpoints at major bridges, tunnels and other sites are meant to drive home the message that 14-day quarantine rules are mandatory for people returning from states with high infection rates.
Despite Mask Wars, Americans Support Aggressive Measures To Stop COVID-19, Poll Finds
Tuesday, August 04, 2020
Two-thirds of Americans believe the U.S. is handling the pandemic worse than other nations, an NPR/Ipsos poll finds. Majorities support more aggressive measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Federal Judge Esther Salas Speaks Out About Deadly Attack On Her Family
Monday, August 03, 2020
Esther Salas is calling for reforms to keep judges and other court officials safe from attacks. "This is a matter of life and death," she said. Her son was killed at her home last month.
New York Police Draw Anger After Plainclothes Officers Throw Woman Into Unmarked Van
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Online video shows men grabbing a woman during a demonstration and hauling her away in an unmarked van. Police said they arrested the woman on suspicion of damaging police cameras.
NYPD Faces Criticism After Officers Arrest A Protester Using An Unmarked Van
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
A street activist's arrest during a protest in Manhattan went viral on social media and has drawn condemnation. It was compared to the detentions of the protesters by federal agents in Portland, Ore.
Fatal N.J. Shooting By 'Anti-Feminist' Raises Questions About Protection Of Judges
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Attacks such as the one that left Judge Esther Salas' son dead are rare, but a report shows "threats and inappropriate comments" against federal court workers increased fourfold since 2015.
Attack In New Jersey Reminds Judges That Their Jobs Are Dangerous
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Judges across the U.S. face growing threats of violence. After the deadly attack on the family of a federal judge in New Jersey, experts say providing better security is a challenge.
N.J. Federal Judge's Son Killed, Husband Injured By Gunman Dressed As A Delivery Man
Monday, July 20, 2020
A gunman dressed as a FedEx delivery man shot and killed the son of U.S. District Judge Esther Salas and wounded her husband Sunday afternoon at their home in New Jersey.
How Medical Professionals Can Fix Opioid Overprescribing
Saturday, July 18, 2020
A rise in drug overdose deaths is putting doctors and dentists back under scrutiny for ignoring federal safety guidelines. Simple solutions could include prescribing weaker opioids or fewer pills.