A new satellite could help clean up the air in America’s most polluted neighborhoods A new satellite will take continuous measurements of dangerous air pollution in the U.S. That has scientists, and residents, warily optimistic about undoing decades of environmental injustice. Read more on NPR

Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday, is gaining awareness Monday marks the Juneteenth holiday — a date commemorating the fall of slavery in the United States. While it’s a new federal holiday, it’s been celebrated since the 1860s. Read more on NPR

For Democrats trying to retake Virginia legislature, fiery primaries are first hurdle It’s nearly been two years since Virginia Democrats lost the governor’s office and the House to the GOP. Before attempting a comeback this fall, they must first survive Tuesday’s expensive primaries. Read more on NPR

Deadly West Bank firefight leaves at least 3 Palestinians dead, dozens more injured The violence marked a rare use of Israeli airpower in the territory. During the clashes, Palestinian militants detonated a roadside bomb next to an Israeli military vehicle. Read more on NPR

Multiple mass shootings across the U.S. leave at least 6 dead on holiday weekend The shootings stretching from coast to coast follow a surge in homicides and other violence over the past several years that experts say accelerated during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more on NPR

Swiss voters support climate bill as scientists warn about melting glaciers The referendum to introduce new climate measures was sparked by a campaign by scientists and environmentalists to save Switzerland’s iconic glaciers, which are melting away at an alarming rate. Read more on NPR