NPR News: 08-11-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers a devastating wildfire near Reno, Nevada, prompting evacuations and a state of emergency. It also reports on President Trump’s dismissal of Iran’s reparations demands and the renaming of a military base after the late Senator Lindsey Graham. Additionally, the broadcast details the crowded special primary in South Carolina to fill Graham’s seat, aftershocks from a major earthquake in Colombia, the start of a trial for Tupac Shakur’s alleged killer, and a new land speed record attempt.
Topics discussed
Wildfire near Reno burns thousands of acres
Trump dismisses Iran's demands for war reparations
Joint Base renamed for late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Special primary to fill Graham's Senate seat
Aftershocks feared after 7.4 magnitude quake in Colombia
Trial begins for man accused of orchestrating Tupac's killing
Andy Green attempts new speed record in hydrogen car
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