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In the wake of the tragedy in Newtown, Conn., mayors are a key part of the debate over the country's gun laws. Host Michel Martin speaks with two leaders who frequently encounter issues of gun violence and gun ownership; Kansas City, Mo. Mayor Sylvester James and former Cincinnati Mayor Kenneth Blackwell.

President Obama is a week away from getting sworn into a second term in office — but he still has plenty of unfinished business. Four years ago, he vowed to shut down the U.S. military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. But the facility is still up and running. Host Michel Martin discusses what's next for Guantanamo.

Farmers and ranchers continue to suffer from one of the country's worst droughts in 50 years. President Obama recently announced the government will buy up to $170 million of meat from farmers. But some say it's too little too late. Guest host Jacki Lyden speaks with Virginia farmer John Boyd and Harvest Public Media reporter Peggy Lowe.

As exams kick off for the controversial learning standards, both students and teachers are trying to cope with the stress — and the political one-upmanship.

Biden is about to leave on a five-day trip to Europe. Data is expected to show the U.S. economy has slowed. Parole in Washington, D.C. is adjudicated by a federal commission and that's created issues.

President Trump and the first lady have tested positive for the coronavirus. At 74, there are serious health implications for the president. The diagnosis has had a big impact on the stock market.

The CDC cuts the recommended isolation time for COVID infections. Schools will usher in another new year defined by the pandemic. Winter Olympic officials put stringent COVID measures in place.

Colorado wildfires force tens of thousands out of their homes. Biden and Putin have another high stakes call. And, the Census Bureau's diversity problem.

The U.K. may send more troops to Eastern Europe to deter Russia from invading Ukraine. New COVID-19 cases are falling significantly nationwide. Massachusetts was hit the hardest by a weekend blizzard.

Voters in seven states pick candidates for the midterms. Russia and Turkey weigh a deal that could impact global food supplies. And a fourth COVID-19 vaccine nears US approval.