NPR News: 09-04-2026 9PM EDT
Summary
A federal judge blocked the USPS from restricting mail-in ballots for midterms, while diesel prices hit record highs, straining farmers. A Minnesota judge upheld a ban on explicit AI deepfakes, rejecting Elon Musk’s free speech challenge. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced her resignation after overseeing league growth. Meanwhile, Rome is cracking down on tourist golf carts to reduce congestion and protect historic sites.
Topics discussed
Judge blocks USPS plan to restrict mail-in voting
Record diesel prices strain farmers' budgets
Judge upholds ban on explicit AI deepfakes
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert steps down
Rome cracks down on tourist golf carts
Wall Street closes lower; sponsor message
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