A Helping Hand To High Achievers
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will invest $10 million over two years to help top students from poor families into college.
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Can Authorities Cut Off Utilities And Pose As Repairmen To Search A Home?
That's what federal agents did earlier this year to see if gamblers staying in Las Vegas were running a sportsbook operation. Agents lacked evidence for a warrant. Courts are considering the case.
Blood Test For Ebola Doesn't Catch Infection Early
A highly sensitive blood test for Ebola exists, so why isn't it being used to test all returning health workers from West Africa? Because the virus isn't in the blood in the first stages of infection.
With Obamacare, More Millennials Are Going To The Doctor, Sort Of
Once young adults started getting coverage through their parents, they started getting checkups more often, a study finds. But they still may need help filling a prescription.
Lava Spills Onto Private Property In Hawaii, Closing In On Homes
Lava has been flowing toward the small town of Pahoa on Hawaii's Big Island since June and is oozing closer to dozens of homes. Renee Montagne speaks to Hawaii Public Radio's Molly Solomon about the eruption and how prepared residents are.
World Series Moves To Game 7 After Royals Grab 10-0 Win
The Kansas City Royals beat the San Francisco Giants 10-0 in Game 6 of the World Series, pushing the battle on to Wednesday for the final game. David Greene gets the news from NPR's Tom Goldman.
Doctor Delivered Baby Who Grew Up To Be His Heart Surgeon
Forty-five years ago, a young obstetrician brought a baby boy into the world. Last month that baby — now a heart surgeon — gave the doctor who delivered him new life.
Security Beefed Up At Federal Buildings Across U.S.
The Department of Homeland Security is beefing up security at federal buildings as a precautionary measure after recent attacks in Canada and ongoing threats from the so-called Islamic State.
Some St. Louis Teachers Address Ferguson With Lessons On Race
Educators in St. Louis are using events in Ferguson to spark discussions about race and class in a deeply segregated region. Others have found approaching the subject a difficult task.
Constituent Services Give Voters Something To Remember
If played just right, members of Congress can see a political payoff from simply doing their jobs and helping out voters who elected them. It's one reason incumbents fare well come Election Day.