A partial Malcolm X quote that sparked protest is removed from a university building The University of Rhode Island removed the inscription from the facade of its library 30 years after Black students protested because they said it misrepresented the fuller meaning his message. Read more on NPR

Taiwan’s president plans a U.S. visit with an eye on China tensions Do high-profile visits from U.S. leaders to Taiwan hurt or help? Do they really matter? Read more on NPR

Racial bias in home appraising prompts changes in the industry Accusations of racial bias are fueling changes in the home appraisal industry. Companies say modernizing the technology and data they use will help limit discrimination. Read more on NPR

When train crashes leak harmful chemicals, small town firefighters can be vulnerable Firefighters are often “woefully under-equipped” to handle train accidents that emit hazardous materials. Most of those serious enough to cause evacuations happened near small towns. Read more on NPR

Peterson Zah, revered former leader of the Navajo Nation, has died Peterson Zah, president of the Navajo Nation during tumultuous times in the 1980s has died. He’s being remembered for helping secure long-term benefits for the nation from energy development. Read more on NPR

Rockslide repairs are underway on California’s Pacific Coast Highway The parade of storms that have pummeled California this winter caused hundreds of rockslides around the state. Now, geologists are out assessing new risks and shoring up protections. Read more on NPR