Judge Temporarily Blocks Iowa's 'Fetal Heartbeat' Abortion Law
The measure, which had been set to take effect July 1, had quickly drawn a legal challenge from Planned Parenthood and the ACLU of Iowa.
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President Trump Orders Help For Coal And Nuclear Plants
President Trump has ordered Energy Secretary Rick Perry to take immediate steps to help financially troubled coal and nuclear power plants.
Is Puerto Rico Prepared For This Hurricane Season?
A study from Harvard University estimates the actual death count in Puerto Rico to be closer to 5,000 rather than the official government count of 64. But, as the official hurricane season begins Friday, is the island prepared for more storms?
Santa Fe High School Students Form Non-Profit 2 Weeks After Deadly Shooting
It's been two weeks since the mass shooting at Santa Fe high school in Texas and the senior class graduates Friday. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with senior Bree Butler.
A Grass-Roots Effort To Feed The Poor Is Growing, Burrito By Burrito
Burrito-making get-togethers are sprouting up around the U.S. to distribute healthy, grab-and-go meals, as well as provide people a fun way to help out and get involved with their communities.
30-Year-Old Leaves The Nest — After Parents Win Court-Ordered Eviction
Michael Rotondo drew international attention when he lost a legal battle his parents waged to pry him out of their house in Camillus, N.Y. On Friday, he drove away with a farewell honk of the horn.
U.S. Steel And Aluminum Tariffs Are 'Illegal,' EU Trade Commissioner Says
The European Union will take its case to the World Trade Organization. The U.S. tariffs are "pure protectionism," Europe's top trade commissioner said as the measures took effect on Friday.
National Spelling Bee Winner Out-Spells Record 515 Contestants
14-year-old Karthik Nemmani won with the word "koinonia," referring to Christian fellowship or communion. All three finalists hail from Texas.
Boeing Workers At South Carolina Plant Vote To Unionize
The flight line workers will be represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers union, despite intense resistance from Boeing.
Digital License Plates Roll Out In California
New digital license plates operate like a Kindle on the back of your car. They can show personalized messages, but also ads. Privacy advocates worry about the implications of their tracking ability.