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1978: Margaret Brewer from Durand, MI, became the Marine Corps' first female brigadier general. Inspired by the flag-raising at Iwo Jima, she rose through the ranks, later serving as director of public affairs. 1875: Harriet Quimby, born in Arcadia, MI, became the first licensed American female pilot, flying solo over the English Channel in 1912.

In Coming Home, Griner reflects on spending nearly 300 days in a Russian prison. Sonny Rollins' music speaks for itself on newly reissued Freedom Weaver. Zoë Schlanger considers plant consciousness.

Today’s radio programming is made possible in part by a contributions:From Jeff Padden in memory of his wife, Kathy, who brought great joy for the 44 years of their marriage.In honor of Beaumont Tower where Sam Larson and Jim Dearing married 31 years ago.From Mary Liechty in memory of her son John and husband Curtis.

In the race to be the Republican nominee for governor of West Virginia, the candidates are battling over culture war issues — like who takes the toughest stand against transgender rights.

There's a growing trend of tenants unable to identify their landlords as corporations buy up properties. When a Connecticut woman's apartment started falling apart, she didn't know where to turn.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken released a report that's highly critical of the way Israel is carrying out its war in Gaza — but it doesn't say Israel has broken the rules for using U.S. weapons.

The family of a U.S. Airman shot several times by a Florida sheriff's deputy as he answered the door to his apartment says the killing was unjustified.

The Netflix movie Unfrosted tells a made-up version of Pop-Tarts' origin story. It hasn't been received favorably, including by NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour hosts.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Michael Tyler, Biden's reelection campaign communications director.