NPR News: 07-28-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
Colt Gray was sentenced to life in prison for the Appalachee High School shooting, while his father faces sentencing for providing the weapon. A deadly tornado struck Wisconsin, prompting ongoing damage assessments. President Trump eulogized Senator Lindsey Graham, whose proposed sanctions on Russia are advancing in the Senate. Meanwhile, Governor Beshear questions Mitch McConnell’s fitness to serve, and record-high home prices continue to strain affordability.
Topics discussed
Appalachee High School shooter sentenced to life in prison
Tornado damage assessment in northeastern Wisconsin
Trump eulogizes Sen. Lindsey Graham at funeral
Senate advances Graham's bill to sanction Russia
Calls for Sen. Mitch McConnell to resign or prove fitness
Record high home prices widen wealth gap
Colonel Sanders' personal items up for auction
NPR fundraising appeal following loss of federal funding
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