NPR News: 07-03-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers scaled-back Fourth of July celebrations in Colorado due to wildfires and extreme heat. The FBI expands its investigation into the 2020 election in Georgia, while the CDC warns of an early surge in West Nile virus cases. Pope Leo visits Lampedusa to highlight migrant issues, declining a US invitation, and Australia’s Prime Minister criticizes delays in enforcing a social media ban for children.
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July 4th celebrations scaled back due to wildfires
FBI expands investigation into 2020 Georgia election
CDC reports early start to West Nile virus season
Pope Leo visits Lampedusa to highlight migrant plight
Australia PM criticizes delay in social media ban
Wall Street closed for Independence Day; Asian stocks up
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