Equality PAC raises millions to boost LGBTQ representation in Congress We look at the Equality Caucus in the US Congress, which aims to increase representation in elected offices and pass laws protecting the LGBTQ community. (Story first aired on ATC on June 21.) Read more on NPR

France’s far right is gaining momentum for the first time since World War II The political landscape in France is shifting, with a far right party continuing to gain momentum ahead of the country’s snap parliamentary elections later this month. Read more on NPR

Taco prices are going up in Mexico and a certain soapy herb is to blame A cilantro shortage has lead to a spike in price for the herb – and that is making tacos more expensive in Mexico. Read more on NPR

California’s ban on hidden ‘junk fees’ takes effect in July In July, a new state law in California will require businesses to disclose all costs up front — a ban on so-called “junk fees” on everything from hotel rooms, to concert tickets, to restaurant food. Restaurants in particular are saying this will hurt their business….

CDC report finds nursing homes lag behind in COVID vaccinations COVID continues to menace nursing homes across the US. In a new report, the CDC found just 4 out of 10 nursing home residents have gotten an updated COVID shot since last fall. Read more on NPR

Why the heat wave hitting the Midwest and the East Coast is particularly dangerous A dangerous heat dome is coming to the Midwest and East Coast. It’s particularly risky because it’s happening early in the season, before many have acclimated to summer heat. Read more on NPR

Saturday Sports: Stanley Cup, remembering Willie Mays NPR’s Don Gonyea and ESPN’s Michele Steele discuss the Stanley Cup and remember baseball legend Willie Mays. Read more on NPR

Behind the scenes of Detroit’s urban resurgence Detroit’s population is growing, a first since the 1950s. The uptick is small but significant for a city that’s struggled for decades. Read more on NPR

How women runners debunked myths about the sport and made running their own For centuries, women weren’t considered fast enough or strong enough to race. They’ve broken every barrier and disproved falsehoods about their fitness for the sport, in some cases outcompeting men. Read more on NPR