How the slam dunk became this director’s metaphor for the Asian American experience When is a dunk more than a dunk? When it’s wrapped up in proving yourself to your entire high school. Read more on NPR

A $3.5 billion accounting error puts the South Carolina comptroller’s job on the line State lawmakers angry over the accounting blunder by Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom began efforts to oust him, a day after demanding he quit or be fired. He has signaled he won’t resign. Read more on NPR

Denver donates 35 bison to Native American tribes The transfers marked another example of Indigenous people reclaiming stewardship over the land and animals that their ancestors managed for thousands of years. Read more on NPR

Child care demand outpaces supply. In rural U.S., there may be no supply For many families, its extremely difficult to find child care — especially in rural areas where the need far outweighs any available options. Read more on NPR

Yellen tries to reassure Americans that bank collapse fallout will be contained Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says bank depositors can feel confident their money is safe. Yellen promised a thorough review of what went wrong at two regional banks that failed in the past week. Read more on NPR

California storms are taking a toll on farmworkers like those in the town of Pajaro In the area, berry fields have become small lakes, leaving workers without jobs, food and, in some cases, housing. Read more on NPR