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NPR News: 09-03-2026 5PM EDT

Sep 3, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Jurors in the Lindsey Clancy murder trial are deadlocked after six days of deliberation, with the defense arguing she suffered from postpartum psychosis. Meanwhile, Vice President Vance states the U.S. will not negotiate with Iran until attacks on shipping cease, while the Treasury proposes stripping tax-exempt status from schools using race-based preferences. The news also covers the death of feminist icon Gloria Steinem, the 35th anniversary of the Colorado Peaches softball team, and the sudden departure of Fox News anchor Maria Bartiromo.

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Clancy murder trial jurors sent home amid deadlock VP Vance on US-Iran conflict timeline and negotiations Treasury proposes tax penalties for race-based preferences Feminist icon Gloria Steinem dies at 92 Colorado Peaches softball team celebrates 35th anniversary Maria Bartiromo leaves Fox News amid defamation suits Sign-off and Lifekit podcast promotion
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