National

Life's a Bike: The Tour de Bronx

October 31, 2004 • Jeff Lunden participated in the 40-mile "Tour de Bronx" bicycle race last weekend and produced an audio postcard of one of New York City's lesser-known boroughs.

Business

Salem Seeks to Re-Brand a Spooky Image

October 31, 2004 • Salem, Mass., is looking for a new image beyond witches that will attract tourists beyond Halloween. Many business people are hoping to re-brand Salem for year-round appeal, with upscale restaurants, galleries and museums. But resident witches are among those who say the city shouldn't mess with success, NPR's Tovia Smith reports.

Obituaries

Morgen Jacobs, a Soldier Fallen in Iraq

October 31, 2004 • Rachel Goodman from member station KUSP remembers the life and death of Army Spc. Morgen Jacobs of Santa Cruz, California.

Opinion

Analysis

Seeing the Post-Election Future of Colin Powell

October 31, 2004 • Senior news analyst NPR's Daniel Schorr wonders about the post-election future of Secretary of State Colin Powell.

Books

Arkham House: Home to Horror, Sci-Fi Writers

October 31, 2004 • After horror writer H.P. Lovecraft died in 1937, his friends founded a publishing house to preserve his legacy. Obscure but influential, Arkham House gave sci-fi writer Ray Bradbury and others their first big break. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

News

Ohio Braces for Voter Challenges at Polls

October 31, 2004 • GOP leaders in Ohio are trying to challenge the validity of some voters' registration. Democrats say the challenge is unconstitutional. Several lawsuits remain unresolved. Janet Babin of member station WCPN in Cleveland reports.

America Grapples with Flu Vaccine Shortage

U.S. Group Heads to Canada for Flu Shots

October 30, 2004 • Because of the shortage of flu vaccine in the United States, 260 people from northern New York crossed the border into Canada and paid $25 each to get their shots at a private clinic. North Country Public Radio's Brian Mann reports.

News

Candidates Bear Down as Election Looms

October 30, 2004 • With less then three days left until the election, President Bush and Sen. John Kerry are on the stump in the swing states. Hear NPR's Jennifer Ludden, NPR's Andrea Seabrook and NPR's David Welna.

News

Bush Reacts to Bin Laden Tape

October 30, 2004 • President Bush campaigned in Ohio yesterday. He responded with a short, defiant statement to the latest video released by Osama bin Laden. NPR's David Welna reports.

News

Kerry Reacts to Bin Laden Tape

October 30, 2004 • Sen. John Kerry reacted to the release of the latest video from Osama bin Laden with a statement of condemnation. NPR's Scott Horsley reports.

Media

Josh Rushing's Surprise Role in 'Control Room'

October 30, 2004 • Former Marine Capt. Josh Rushing served in the Central Command media office early in the Iraq war. His work with journalists at the al Jazeera network was featured in the documentary Control Room, making him an unwitting film star. Rushing speaks with NPR's Jennifer Ludden.

Sports

Huge Boston Crowd Celebrates Red Sox Title

October 30, 2004 • A crowd estimated at 3 million people -- perhaps the largest in Boston's history -- gathers Saturday to celebrate the Red Sox first World Series victory since 1918. Hear Martha Bebinger of member station WBUR.

Huge Boston Crowd Celebrates Red Sox Title

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Business

Female Farmers: A Growing Trend in America

October 30, 2004 • The number of farms managed by women in the U.S. has grown markedly in recent years. NPR's Jennifer Ludden talks with women who have forged their way into a traditionally male-dominated industry.

News

Native American Voters Draw More Attention

October 30, 2004 • This year's tight presidential race has contributed to strong efforts to encourage Native Americans to vote -- and to make sure their voting rights are protected. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

'Hell House' in Hollywood

October 30, 2004 • For a decade, Christian fundamentalist groups have used a kit designed by a Colorado pastor to battle sin with performances of "Hell House." Now a Hollywood producer is using the script in a satirical show. Alex Cohen of member station KQED reports.