Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
What Happened To Mexico's Earthquake Warning System?
Mexico has an earthquake early warning system that gives people time to take cover. But that system didn't work when a 7.1 magnitude quake struck Mexico City, killing hundreds of people.
The Benefits Of A Dry January
In the new year, some people give up drinking for a month. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Dr. Rajiv Jalan, professor at University College of London, about the science behind it.
Russia Investigation Latest
Republicans want an investigation into the dossier author who alleges collusion between Russia and the Trump campaign. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Adam Entous of The New Yorker.
Puerto Ricans Celebrate Three Kings Day In Frigid New England
Three Kings Day has a special meaning this year for Puerto Ricans in Hartford, Conn., as families displaced by Hurricane Maria celebrate the holiday in a new, much colder place.
A Young Mayor Assesses His First Year In Office
Levar Stoney, the 36-year-old mayor of Richmond, Va., discusses his first year in office and the challenges he's faced.
Explaining 'Chain Migration'
The president wants to put an end to what he calls the nation's "horrible" system of "chain migration." We explain what it means.
Nepal To Ban Solo Climbers On Mount Everest
Nepal has barred solo climbers on its mountains, including Mount Everest, in an attempt to make mountaineering safer and to decrease deaths.
5 Men On Trial For Gang Rape In Spain
Guest host Lauren Frayer talks with feminist organizer Irantzu Varela about the uproar in Spain over the trial of five men accused of gang raping a teenager at last year's Running of the Bulls.
Protests Continue In Iran
In Iran, anti-government protests are in their fourth day. At least two protesters were killed Saturday night. The government is blaming the unrest on what it calls "foreign agents."
South Sudan's Prospects For 2018
South Sudan is suffering one of the gravest humanitarian crises in the world. The government and rebel groups recently agreed to a ceasefire, but the fighting goes on.