Up First briefing: Fed weighs cutting interest rates; 50 years of Groundlings comedy A Federal Reserve meeting ending today could offer clues about potential interest rate cuts in the future. The Groundlings improv and sketch group celebrates 50 years as an incubator for comedy stars. Read more on NPR

As she leaves DOJ, associate AG recalls the cases that will ‘stick with me forever’ Vanita Gupta has been the first woman of color to serve as associate attorney general. It’s a job with a huge portfolio that ranges from civil rights to immigration to abortion. Read more on NPR

As Ukraine seeks to replenish its depleted army, a divide grows among its civilians Ukraine is looking to reform its conscription policies to help bolster troop numbers after nearly two years of war, fueling fears among some civilians who don’t want to fight. Read more on NPR

For Chicago’s new migrants, informal support groups help ease the pain and trauma. Thousands of new migrants arriving in Chicago fled difficult situations or endured dangerous journeys. Informal support groups can provide some mental health care to ease their trauma and distress. Read more on NPR

From the hospital to a tent in hours — what it’s like giving birth in Gaza now UNICEF estimates about 20,000 babies have been born in Gaza since Israel began its offensive there in response to the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Read more on NPR

Elon Musk cannot keep Tesla pay package worth more than $55 billion, judge rules Elon Musk is not entitled to landmark compensation package awarded by Tesla’s board of directors that is potentially worth more than $55 billion, a Delaware judge ruled Tuesday. Read more on NPR