Early voting for NYC's mayoral primary election begins this weekend
Eleven Democrats are running to replace New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who is running as an independent and bypassing the primary. Early voting for the primary election begins this weekend.
Who Is Kelly Craft, The New U.S. Ambassador To The U.N.?
Kelly Craft is expected to take up her job as U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. on Thursday.
In Afghanistan, Soldiers And Marines Reflect On The 18th Anniversary Of 9/11
Soldiers and marines reflect on loss and remembrance on the 18th anniversary of 9/11. They're on the ground in Afghanistan, where the war has been going on for nearly as long.
T. Boone Pickens, Legendary Texas Oilman Dies At 91
Legendary Texas oilman T. Boone Pickens has died at the age of 91. Pickens was a pioneer in the energy industry, founded his own hedge fund and was an early activitst for shareholder rights. He was also a generous philanthropist.
Purdue Pharma Reaches Tentative Deal To Settle Thousands Of Opioids Cases
Purdue Pharma, the company that makes Oxycontin, has reached a tentative deal to settle thousands of lawsuits stemming from the country's opioid epidemic. Some state officials may not agree to the terms of the deal.
Los Angeles Has A Homeless Problem, Now The Trump Administration Is Getting Involved
The Trump administration sent a team to Los Angeles to see the city's homeless problem up close. City officials know there is a serious problem but say they worry what the administration will propose.
New England Patriots Antonio Brown Accused Of Rape In A Lawsuit
New England Patriots wide receiver Antonio Brown has been accused of rape in a federal lawsuit in Florida.
North Carolina Republicans Pass Budget By Holding Surprise Vote
House Republicans in North Carolina today held a surprise vote on the budget while Democrats were out of the chamber.
How The National Security Council Has Changed Under Trump
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Susan Glasser, staff writer for the The New Yorker, about the National Security Council and how it's changed under President Trump.
Democratic Primary Continues To Take Shape As Candidates Consolidate Power
A smaller group of Democrats will debate in Houston this week. The campaign is taking shape as fewer candidates consolidate more support and all the major candidates prepare to take the stage together.
Lyft Facing Flood Of Lawsuits After Riders Report They Were Sexually Attacked By Drivers
Lyft is under growing pressure to strengthen background checks and adopt better security measures for passengers after dozens of women reported that they had been sexually attacked by drivers.