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Their first baby came with medical debt. These Illinois parents won't have another.
by Noam Levey
Millions of new parents in the U.S. are swamped by medical debt during and after pregnancy, forcing many to cut back on food, clothing, and other essentials.
What Led To New York City's Legislation To Cap The Number Of Ride-Hailing Vehicles
On Wednesday, New York City passed legislation that caps the number of ride-hailing vehicles for Uber and Lyft. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Wired writer Aarian Marshall about the change.
Puerto Rico Estimates It Will Cost $139 Billion To Fully Recover From Hurricane Maria
by Adrian Florido
Puerto Rico has submitted a report to Congress in which it pegs $139 billion as the amount it will need to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria.
Zimbabwe Cracks Down On Opposition After Disputed Presidential Election
by Eyder Peralta
Tendai Biti, a leading opposition member, sought asylum in the neighboring Zambia, but his request was denied and he was detained by police. Now, he's out on bail.
For These Workers, Tariffs Are More Than An Abstract Concept
Tariffs are an abstract economic concept to most people, but to the workers with U.S. Customs and Border Protection inside a mostly unnoticed building in Newark, N.J., tariffs are precise, specific and tangible.
Kansas Secretary Of State Says He Will Not Recuse Himself From Election Recount
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Kansas City Star reporter Hunter Woodall about why Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach's past work may tip the scale in favor of a Democratic candidate in the governor's race.
Cal Fire Chief Discusses How Firefighters Are Battling California Blazes
The Mendocino Complex Fire in California is now the state's largest wildfire ever recorded. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks to Ken Pimlott, director of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
How Tribune Media's $3.9 Billion Merger With Sinclair Fell Apart
by David Folkenflik
Tribune Media says it's pulling out of a proposed merger with Sinclair Broadcast Group while also announcing a $1 billion lawsuit against the conservative television company saying its "misconduct" torpedoed the deal.
VP Pence Unveils Plans For New Military Branch In Outer Space
by Geoff Brumfiel
Vice President Pence unveiled the Pentagon's plans for a branch of the military that could fight in space on Thursday.
Democrats Hope To Capitalize On Criminal Case Against Republican Rep. Chris Collins
by Scott Horsley
Rep. Chris Collins promises to keep campaigning for his N.Y. House seat, despite insider trading charges. Democrats hope to make Collins a poster child for what they call a GOP culture of corruption.
Chicago Police Superintendent Discusses City's Spike In Gun Violence
Chicago police superintendent Eddie T. Johnson speaks with NPR's Ari Shapiro about the city's recent spike in gun violence. The police say repairing their fractured relationship with the community is one way to curb crime.