Gov. Mike Braun joined other Republican governors who targeted public school teachers over their social media comments about ...

NPR's Michel Martin asks House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., about the Democrats' efforts to end the government shutdown and what they're hearing from their constituents about the impact.

The government shutdown's economic impact has been limited so far, but experts warn the costs -- and its burden on Americans -- could grow with time.

Pierre, a former press secretary and senior advisor to President Biden, discusses her new book, "Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside Party Lines." ...

The NBA season tips off Tuesday with a doubleheader. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with NBA hall of famer Grant Hill about the season's key storylines and the return of NBC as official broadcast partner.

A series of deadly U.S. strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean has set off a fierce clash between President Trump and his Colombian counterpart over aid, trade and accountability.

In some communities, fire crews are delayed -- not by distance, but by a lack of equipment. Higher costs and supply chain issues means some departments have to wait years for new trucks.

Certain ants appear to alter their nest networks to prevent epidemics, offering inspiration for disease control interventions in the human world as well.

The race for governor in blue New Jersey appears to be a dead heat between Democratic Rep. and former Navy pilot Mikie Sherrill and pro-Trump Republican and longtime N.J. politician Jack Ciattarelli.

Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to a ceasefire after unprecedented clashes, including strikes in Kabul and the deaths of three cricket players ...

It's no secret that acrimony in America is high. And now, more Americans say violence might be necessary to get the country back on track.

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Clarissa Bitar about their new album, Bakhaf al-Layl, and how they are leaning into vocals after a long time spent not liking the sound of their voice.