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A glimpse inside <em>The Undefeated</em>, illustrated by Kadir Nelson and written by Kwame Alexander. The book won the Caldecott Medal on Monday at the annual Youth Media Awards in Philadelphia.

'The Undefeated' Wins Caldecott Medal, While 'New Kid' Picks Up Newbery

Kwame Alexander and Kadir Nelson's book won the Caldecott, the top prize for picture books, and Jerry Craft's novel won the Newbery for kids' books.

Waves splash in a pool during an earthquake in the Cayman Islands. Social media was flooded with photos and video from people documenting the event.

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Caribbean, But No Reports Of Injuries Or Damage

The 7.7 magnitude temblor struck off the coasts of Jamaica, Cuba and the Cayman Islands. Social media was flooded with photos and video from people documenting the event.

Hermione Dickey, 8, and her mother, Priscilla, head to the Wuhan Tianhe International Airport. They were among the passengers on a U.S. evacuation flight out of Wuhan, China.

Coronavirus: Americans Evacuated From Wuhan Will Remain At U.S. Air Base For 3 Days

"These people are not under federal quarantine orders," Dr. Chris Braden of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.

Law professor Richard Hasen warns that the 2020 presidential election could be compromised by voter suppression, inept election officials, and foreign and domestic manipulation through social media and fraud.

'Election Meltdown Is A Real Possibility' In 2020 Presidential Race, Author Warns

Law professor Richard Hasen is sounding the alarm about Russian hacks, voter suppression and other threats to the 2020 election. "There's lots of ways that things could go south," he says.

Interstate 70 west of Denver is backed up with ski traffic on Jan. 18. Coloradans make this powder pilgrimage every weekend, and traffic has gotten worse.

Colorado Tries To Get Skiers Out Of Cars And Onto Buses To Tamp Down Traffic

Denver has great skiing nearby, but traffic congestion can ruin weekend trips. Resorts are subsidizing ski buses, but so far it hasn't panned out as the solution.

This week, Bad Bunny released a tribute to his hero, the late Kobe Bryant.

Alt.Latino Playlist: A Tribute, A Hip-Hop Remake Of A Cuban Classic And More

Bad Bunny's tribute to Kobe Bryant, the Cuban hip-hop pioneers Orishas' uncleared remix and proud Latina joy from Angelica Garcia highlight the playlist this week.

WBGO President and CEO Amy Niles Resigns, Station Founder Bob Ottenhoff Returns in Interim Role

Amy Niles has resigned as President and CEO of WBGO. The decision came after a consultation with the Board of Trustees and a board-requested independent…

Authorities say a black SUV ran through two checkpoints at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Fla.

Shots Fired After SUV Storms Past Mar-A-Lago Checkpoints; 2 People In Custody

"This is somebody that obviously was impaired somehow and is driving very recklessly," Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw told reporters. "I'm not so sure she knew where she was going."

A Brexit supporter is decked out in London on Friday, hours before the U.K. was to leave the European Union. More than 3 1/2 years after the referendum that approved Brexit, Britain is parting ways with the 27 remaining members of the European bloc.

The Long, Uneasy Wait Is Over: Parties, Protests And Solemn Silence Greet Brexit

Some 43 months after the U.K. voted to leave the European Union, the day of divorce has finally arrived. Supporters and critics alike had their say; but largely, a somber mood welcomed the milestone.

Kaytranada's song "What You Need" is featured in this month's edition of <em>Heavy Rotation</em>.

Heavy Rotation: 10 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing

Hear the latest from Doja Cat, Tame Impala, a collaboration between Leon Bridges and Khruangbin and more.

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