4pm ET, October 06 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
President Trump faces sharp criticism from California leaders after suggesting Iran could attack Los Angeles or San Diego. Meanwhile, tens of thousands protest in France over high school conditions, and the US urges transparency amid a pneumonic plague case in Siberia. The episode also reports the death of R&B singer Freddie Jackson and notes that while overall crime in New York City is at historic lows, hate crimes targeting Jewish residents have risen significantly.
Topics discussed
Introduction to NPR News Now
Trump's controversial remarks on Iran and California
California officials' reaction to Trump's comments
Protests in France over high school conditions
Details on student demonstrations in Paris
Pneumonic plague case in Siberia and US response
WHO assessment of plague risk and pandemic comparisons
Death of R&B singer Freddie Jackson
Tribute to Freddie Jackson and his legacy
NYC crime stats: historic lows and rising hate crimes
Jewish community concerns and mayor's response
Closing segment and sponsor message
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