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"It was the beginning of the end for lots of peopl

"It was the beginning of the end for lots of people.”

How America’s first nuclear weapons test affected the communities downwind of the explosion.

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In the midst of World War II, an army unit of over

In the midst of World War II, an army unit of over 800 Black women did what seemed impossible – sorting and clearing warehouses filled with mail meant for American soldiers. Correspondent Alexis Clark introduces us to the 6888th.

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Proper veterinary care is critical for farmers, ra

Proper veterinary care is critical for farmers, ranchers, and their livestock. But rural veterinarians are in short supply. Correspondent Jessica Gomez travels to South Dakota to see how universities are working together to recruit a new generation for careers in rural veterinary care.

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Decades after America’s first nuclear weapons te

Decades after America’s first nuclear weapons test, communities downwind of the explosion are still dealing with the health impacts. Correspondent Joie Chen travels to Southern New Mexico to hear from residents about their efforts to hold the government accountable.

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This week of Matter of Fact, those living downwind

This week of Matter of Fact, those living downwind of the first nuclear weapons test tell their story. Plus, how a rural veterinarian shortage could impact farming and food safety. And we remember the 6888th – an all-Black and female WWII battalion.

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"This is a recovery moment.” How archaeologist

"This is a recovery moment.”

How archaeologists are working to learn about the lives of enslaved people who lived at President James Madison’s Montpelier estate.

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“The moment of transition is the point of maximu

“The moment of transition is the point of maximum vulnerability for our country.”

An expert on presidential transitions explains why a smooth and effective transfer of power is paramount for national security.

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"It's hard to trust, but I want to trust it.”

"It's hard to trust, but I want to trust it.”

How an alternative to traditional health insurance is helping a small business owner and his employees keep costs down.

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