Obama Administration Eyes Detention As More Central Americans Cross Border
The Obama administration hopes to revive extended family detention, arguing it acts as a deterrent. Some border authorities agree.
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Fire Damages Mosque In Southern California
Investigators are looking at the cause of a fire at a Southern California mosque, which was reported to the authorities as possible arson.
New York's Political Corruption Scandal Opens Door To Reform
New York's political culture is reeling as federal prosecutors target some of the state's most powerful politicians. Cases against top Republicans and Democrats have offered a scathing glimpse of an insider game involving kickbacks, cronyism, and a money-fueled culture that shapes everything from the debate over energy policy to medical funding. Critics are asking whether this is the moment when reform finally comes to Albany.
Oklahoma City Jury Convicts Former Police Officer On Sexual Assault Charges
In Oklahoma City, jurors convicted former police officer Daniel Holtzclaw on Thursday. He was accused of sexually assaulting 13 African-American women while he was on duty.
Industrial Giants DuPont, Dow Chemical Announce $130 Billion Merger
Two of America's oldest and most important industrial companies are tying the knot. DuPont and Dow Chemical plan to merge in a $130 billion deal that would create an agricultural and chemicals powerhouse. If the deal is approved, the new company would be split into three separate businesses — agriculture, materials and specialty products.
Michigan's Arab-Americans Respond To Donald Trump's Anti-Muslim Rhetoric
Dearborn, Mich., has the largest proportion of Arab-Americans of any city in the U.S., including many who follow Islam. People there share reactions to the week's political rhetoric regarding Muslims.
Connecticut Governor To Ban Guns For People On Federal Terrorism Lists
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Gov. Dannel Malloy on his decision to ban individuals on federal terrorism watch lists from purchasing firearms in his state. Democrats have called for similar measures.
What Can Government Do To Protect The Shrinking Middle Class?
Politicians love to present themselves as champions of the middle class. But according to a new study from the Pew Research Center, less than half the American population now falls in that category. NPR explores what the government might do to shore up the shrinking middle class.
California Expands Substance Abuse Treatment For Low-Income Residents
The state is the first to get federal permission to use Medicaid funds to pay for residential treatment for people battling addictions. The goal: get people healthy and save on other medical costs.
Appeals Court Lets FanDuel, DraftKings Operate In N.Y. — For Now
The temporary stay was granted after a judge barred the fantasy sports sites from operating in New York state earlier in the day.