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1. In West Texas, an unlikely alliance stands against extending the border wall

   An unusual coalition of people across the political spectrum have banded together to rally against a border wall in the Big Bend.

2. Immigration courts are using a new tactic to speed up deportations

   The Justice Department is moving up the court hearings for hundreds of immigrants and scheduling them for mass hearings. If they don't show up, they could be ordered deported.

3. Therapists are using AI to take notes. Is it a useful tool or a breach of trust?

   New companies are selling artificial intelligence assistance to mental health therapists. The AI tools can help with administration and recordkeeping, but some patients worry about their privacy.

4. Texas GOP voters vote in race that could shape future of the party -- and the Senate

   Controversial Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn's reelection. The $100 million fight could have far-reaching implications for the GOP, and party control of the Senate.

5. Inside ATL: how Delta juggles 100,000 bags a day at the world's busiest airport

   On a busy day, Delta Air Lines handles more than 100,000 bags at its Atlanta hub. NPR got a rare look behind the scenes at how the airline is using AI to improve baggage-handling operations.

6. Morning news brief

   U.S. military says it struck Iran Monday in "self-defense," Russia threatens more strikes against Ukraine, Texas GOP voters head to polls for primary that could shape future of the party.

7. Attacks from residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola

   Three times in the past week, healthcare facilities have been attacked. On Sunday, angry young men stormed a hospital treating Ebola patients, forcing medical staff to evacuate them as gunfire rang out.

8. New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland

   New York will play the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder or San Antonio Spurs in the finals. The Western Conference finals is tied at two games apiece with Game 5 to be played on Tuesday.

9. Ahead of the World Cup, pressure to win and grow American soccer is on Tim Ream's mind

   Hoping to make the roster for the U.S. Men's National team going to the World Cup, Tim Ream knows there's a lot riding on the tournament, from playing well to growing a new generation of fans at home.

10. After Stephen Colbert's viral talk show parody, CBS backs down from copyright action

    CBS and Paramount backed away from copyright challenges to limit distribution of Stephen Colbert's appearance on a Michigan cable access show. He ended his run as host of "The Late Show" on Thursday.