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Vice President Harris has upended the presidential race and has now built a 51%-48% lead over former President Trump, according to the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.

Firefighters aided by aircraft battled a wind-driven wildfire burning in an area straddling the San Francisco Bay Area and central California, authorities said.

A California bill would temporarily halt large transactions if a financial institution suspects elder fraud. Will the bill prevent seniors from accessing their bank accounts for legitimate expenses?

Morning Edition traveled to Ferguson and spoke to residents and leaders who have continued pushing for change in the city that was thrust into the national spotlight after the killing of an unarmed 18-year-old.

Sixteen-year-old Caden Tellier’s death comes less than two weeks after the tragic death of another Alabama high school football player. Semaj Wilkins, 14, collapsed Aug. 13 during a practice.

The suspect initially escaped from the scene, but was later found through Chicago Transit Authority surveillance video. Police now have the person in custody and seized a firearm in their possession.

Locally born productions shine at this year's Tony nominations. Plus, two Broadway shows celebrating the origins of sonic creativity — the musical “Hell’s Kitchen” fueled by Alicia Keys songs, and the play “Stereophonic” about a ’70s rock band at the edge of stardom — each earned a leading 13 Tony Award nominations Tuesday.

Hola Friends! Port of Entry is showcasing LGBTQ+ stories of the region. In this edition, we sit down with Xaime Aceves Equihua, a therapist, and Drag Artist from the San Diego Tijuana region. Due to rejection he faced early in his life, Xaime found it challenging to allow himself to be who he was until he found an outlet: Drag. He now leads a series of Drag Story Time in the region with his duo, Francisco, to promote visibility and acceptance of queer youth in the region. You won't want to miss this inspiring story! @portofentrypod Xaime is an associate clinical counselor who is providing in-person and telehealth sessions in San Diego, California. Xaime specializes in gender-affirming and bilingual therapy. For more information you can contact by email: xaecounseling@gmail.com Special thanks to Paul Detwiler, Director of the short film “La Reina de los Cuentos” and Fernando Garcia, Editor for allowing us to feature parts of the documentary. ************** Port of Entry has whole new set of stories for you, this time centered around LGBTQ+ issues. This season we dive with our guests on what it means to be queer in the borderlands, finding yourself and fighting for your rights. Follow hosts Natali Gonzalez and Alan Lilienthal as they sit down with these fascinating people who share their stories. Listen in and join us! If you like this episode, show us some love @portofentrypod. ************** From KPBS and PRX, “Port of Entry” tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.org Find us on Facebook. Find us on Instagram. Support our show at www.kpbs.org/donate. Search “Port of Entry” in the gifts section to get our sling bag as a thank-you gift. If your business or nonprofit wants to sponsor our show, email corporatesupport@kpbs.org. Feedback is a gift. Text or call the "Port of Entry" team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show. Email us at podcasts@kpbs.org. Port of Entry'' is written, produced and directed by Julio C. Ortiz Franco. Adrian Villalobos is our technical producer and sound designer. Alisa Barba is our editor. Episodes are translated by Julio C. Ortiz Franco and Natali Gonzales. Elma Gonzalez is our Spanish editor. Lisa Morrisette-Zapp is director of audio programming and operations and John Decker is the director of content development. This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Add these episodes to your listening rotation during the NPR Network's Climate Solutions Week, where we're dedicated to stories and conversations about the search for climate solutions.

Actor and comedian Erica Ash has died at age 46. She was best known for MADtv, the sitcom Survivor's Remorse and The Big Gay Sketch Show.