Kane Farabaugh

The Inside Story - Shadow over Dallas | Episode 119

This week on The Inside Story, we recount one of the most haunting moments in American history: The assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Sixty years after that fateful day in Dallas, questions linger. Join us for this special episode of The Inside Story; Shadow over Dallas.

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, Mental Health Advocate, Dies at 96

Former first lady’s life, post-White House career, was spent drawing attention to mental health issues, neglected tropical diseases, and promoting democracy

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, Mental Health Advocate, Dies at 96

Former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter has died at the age of 96. VOA’s Kane Farabaugh, who extensively covered Rosalynn Carter’s life and post-White House career promoting global health and democracy with her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, has more.

Texas JFK Assassination Perch Serves as Museum and Memorial

President John F. Kennedy's assassination changed America, it also cast a shadow over Dallas

Texas JFK Assassination Perch Is Now Both Museum and Memorial

Despite several efforts to tear down the structure over the decades, the old warehouse is now both a museum about the tragedy, and a memorial to President Kennedy

Ukraine War Continues to Roil Global Agriculture Industry

Farmers in the U.S. are closely connected to developments in Ukraine and are intently watching for clues about how the war is affecting not only farmers abroad, but also their own operations at home. VOA’s Kane Farabaugh has more from Decatur, Illinois.

Chicago Area Community Mourns Slain Palestinian American Boy

The suburban Chicago, Illinois, community of Plainfield mourns a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy who authorities say was stabbed to death by his landlord. His mother, also a victim of the attack, remains hospitalized. VOA’s Kane Farabaugh reports.

7 Months After Entering Hospice, Former President Jimmy Carter Celebrates 99th Birthday

7 Months Into Hospice Care, Jimmy Carter to Celebrate 99th Birthday

Former President Jimmy Carter is set to mark his 99th birthday on October 1 while in hospice care. VOA's Kane Farabaugh reports on an outpouring of well-wishes for the onetime peanut farmer and Georgia governor who promoted peace and fought tropical diseases after leaving the White House.

2023 Detroit Auto Show Reflects Changing Marketing Strategies

The United Auto Workers union is striking against all three major U.S. automotive manufacturers, seeking higher wages and other benefits. As negotiations continue, the same manufacturers are showcasing their latest offerings at the 2023 Detroit Auto Show.

Republican Presidential Candidates Descend on Iowa State Fair

Candidates are courting voters in the first state to say who they think should represent the Republican Party in the 2024 presidential election.

Republican Presidential Candidates Descend on Iowa State Fair

Republican candidates are campaigning at the Iowa State Fair to court voters who will be the first in the nation to choose their preference for the party’s presidential nominee in next year’s election. VOA’s Kane Farabaugh has more from Iowa.

Republican Presidential Candidates Woo Voters at Iowa GOP’s Lincoln Dinner

The race to choose a Republican nominee for the 2024 U.S. presidential election is heating up in Iowa. As VOA’s Kane Farabaugh reports, the Iowa GOP’s Lincoln Dinner Friday brought nearly all of the party’s candidates to one place, allowing each to woo voters ahead of the January 15 caucus.

Drought Concerns, Ukraine Grain Deal Woes Fuel Uncertainty for US Farmers

Interruptions to flow of wheat, corn stoke new fears of food shortages in countries where it’s needed most to prevent starvation

Drought Concerns, Ukraine Grain Deal Woes Fuel Uncertainty for US Farmers

Russia's termination of Black Sea agreement could benefit US grain growers struggling with high costs, unpredictable weather

Carter Center Celebrates Elimination of Trachoma in Mali

Nonprofit founded by former US President Jimmy Carter helped direct efforts to combat the eye disease in the African country

Carter Center Celebrates Trachoma Elimination Milestone in Mali 

Center was decade into its fight against Guinea worm globally when former President Jimmy Carter and his nonprofit took on another neglected tropical disease 

US Farmers Buffeted by War in Ukraine, High Interest Rates

At start of planting season, farmers face high interest rates, potential price volatility because of Russia’s war in Ukraine 

US Farmers Buffeted by War in Ukraine, High Interest Rates

For a second year, the war in Ukraine is adding to worries for American farmers already pinched by higher interest rates. VOA's Kane Farabaugh speaks with farmers in the Midwest state of Illinois about the impact of world events as they launch another planting season. Camera: Kane Farabaugh.

Migrant Surge Overwhelms Chicago Shelters

Aid groups mobilize to help new arrivals in city that declared state of emergency over migrant influx