Minnesota Public Radio Stories

• First-time author draws raves with 'The Story of Edgar Sawtelle'
  David Wroblewski's book "The Story of Edgar Sawtelle" has been drawing rave reviews. While it grew out of his desire to write about the special bonds between dogs and humans, an important part of the story is that the title character, Edgar, cannot speak.4:49 p.m.
• Bachmann says more drilling will bring down the cost of gas
  The 6th District Republican said gas prices in the U.S. could go back down to $2 a gallon if laws were changed to allow more domestic oil exploration and production.5:20 p.m.
• A conversation with humorist David Sedaris
  Best-selling author David Sedaris discusses cell phones, the Internet, and what not to say to people at a book signing.5:51 p.m.

National Public Radio Stories

• 'Daisy Ad' Creator Tony Schwartz Dies
  Tony Schwartz, who helped create the memorable "daisy ad" that ran during the 1964 presidential race, has died at 84. The ad played on fears that Republican Barry Goldwater might use nuclear weapons if elected during the height of the Cold War.
• Judges and Conflicts of Interest
  Federal judge Alex Kozinski's declaration of a mistrial in an obscenity case came after a published report that Kozinski had posted sexually explicit material on his own Web site. David Luban of Georgetown University Law School discusses legal conflicts.
• Woods Wins Golf's U.S. Open in 19-Hole Playoff
  Golf superstar Tiger Woods overcomes a surprising challenge from unheralded Rocco Mediate, winning the U.S. Open on an extra playoff hole. It's the 14th major championship title for Woods, 32.
• 'Executive Sessions' Let CEOs Rock Out
  Captains of industry, staffing their bands with top-drawer musicians, are taking part in a series called Executive Sessions. It's co-hosted by Boston's Berklee College of Music.
• Iowa Flood a Huge Blow to Tiny Oakville
  A levee break along the Iowa River swamped Oakville, Iowa (population 439). Some worry the town may not recover. Oakville Mayor Benita Grooms discusses the town's prospects.
• Quincy, Ill., Copes with Floods
  The Illinois Army National Guard has been called up to help with sandbagging duties in Quincy, Ill. Quincy Mayor John Spring sets the scene.
• Recycling Plan Catches On in Tijuana
  At 17, Miroslava Enciso Limon visited the Tijuana city dump for a school project — and came up with the idea for a recycling machine. Now the project is rounding into shape.
• After the Deluge in Iowa City
  It could take a week for the floodwaters to drain from the streets of Iowa City, Iowa. Those caught in the deluge are trying to determine how to get their lives back together.
• BP Takes Heat for Russian Oil Deal
  A leading Russian shareholder in BP's troubled joint venture TNK-BP is stepping up his attacks on the British oil company. But is it part of a Kremlin plot to put the joint venture in the hands of the state?
• Iraqi Foreign Minister Courts McCain, Obama
  Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari visits the U.S. to talk with presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama. Zebari says Iraq seeks a one-to-two year agreement on a U.S. troop presence there.
• Letters: Flood Coverage, Personal Musical
  From the devastating flood in the Midwest, to sports and your own personal musical, Melissa Block and Robert Siegel read listeners' comments about the show.
• Gay Marriages Begin in California
  Gay couples can now legally exchange marriage vows in California — and hundreds of weddings are expected Tuesday. The state Supreme Court overturned the state's ban on same-sex marriages. But a ballot initiative in November might stop them.
• Bush, Brown Discuss Iran, Afghanistan
  President Bush ends a European "farewell" tour in London, conferring with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Among the topics: Iran and an increase in British troops in Afghanistan.
• XM-Sirius Satellite Radio Merger Closer
  Support from the chairman of the FCC makes a merger between satellite radio companies XM and Sirius more likely. The full commission could vote to approve the merger sometime this week.
• McCain and Bush: Common Ground on War, Torture
  Republican Sen. John McCain's rivals have said a McCain presidency would be akin to another term for President Bush. Now that attention has shifted to the general election, such comparisons are likely to loom large in the race for the White House. Bush and McCain do differ on some issues, but they've reached agreement on the Iraq war and the question of torture.

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