President Trump's war on higher education
The Trump administration is at war with higher education. They've cut more than a billion dollars in research grants.
Is It Theater? Chekhov's 'The Seagull' Adaptation For The Sims 4 To Stream On Twitch
Playwright Celine Song is transforming Anton Chekhov's The Seagull into something avant-garde — by adapting a version that will be presented in The Sims 4 video game and streamed on Twitch.
What Stops Western States From Intentional Burning As A Way To Prevent Wildfires?
Experts agree the Western U.S. needs to increase intentional burns to head off more catastrophic wildfire seasons. But economic, cultural and institutional barriers are in the way.
Power Shut-Offs Become A Way Of Life For Many Californians
A power company has turned off the electricity in parts of Northern California to prevent equipment from sparking wildfires. Residents are getting used to life without power during fire season.
Cities On Both Sides Of U.S.-Mexico Border Strain Under Coronavirus Surge
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Angela Kocherga, news director at KTEP radio station, about the coronavirus surge along the U.S.-Mexico border.
What It's Like To Be A Radio Host With Hearing Loss
Manoush Zomorodi of the TED Radio Hour podcast talks with NPR's Mary Louise Kelly about her hearing loss and strategies she's developed to cope.
How The U.S. Plans To Distribute Potential Coronavirus Vaccines
Coronavirus vaccines in development have strict storage requirements, including being kept at very cold temperatures. NPR eyes how the vaccines might be distributed and allocated when they are ready.
How Voting Is Different This Year
Voting is different this year. NPR reporters break down what's changed, what voters need to look out for and some of the major legal issues still outstanding a week away from Election Day.
Tennessee Man Sent Home From ER Twice Dies Of COVID-19
Nashville, Tenn., resident died of COVID-19 after being sent home from a hospital twice. Uninsured COVID-19 patients are rarely told their bills are covered by the government, an investigation shows.
Democrats Push To Flip Party Control Of State Legislatures
Tens of millions of dollars are being spent in states to turn enough state legislative seats to flip party control. After a Republican sweep in 2010, Democrats are on the offensive this year.
The Latest From The Trump And Biden Campaigns
The national election will take place in eight days. NPR checks in on what the Trump and Biden campaigns are doing in their final stretch.
Fargo, N.D., Mayor On His Citywide Mask Mandate
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Fargo, N.D., Mayor Tim Mahoney about a mask mandate for the city.