Deadly storms ravage parts of Missouri and Kentucky
Deadly storms last night caused deaths in Missouri and Kentucky and damaged homes and businesses.
During Her Confirmation Hearing To Be A Federal Judge, Wendy Vitter Faces Tough Questions
On Wednesday, federal judicial nominee Wendy Vitter attempted to walk back controversial comments she previously made about abortion and birth control.
Trump Directs Federal Agencies To Strengthen Work Requirements For Public Assistance
President Trump has signed an executive order calling for stronger work requirements for public assistance. Supporters say the move will bring down public spending. Opponents worry it will make it harder for some to get the help they need.
Lawmakers Ask Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Tougher Questions As Testimony Continues
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday before the House Energy and Commerce Committee. It's his second day of testimony on Capitol Hill in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
What Speaker Ryan's Retirement Means For GOP Efforts To Maintain House Majority
House Speaker Paul Ryan's decision to retire is throwing House Republicans into chaos at a time when the party is deeply worried about losing control of that chamber.
Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill Aimed To Protect Special Counsel Robert Mueller
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., about the bipartisan bill he and his co-sponsors are introducing to protect Robert Mueller and other Special Counsels from being fired by the President.
New York's Metropolitan Museum Announces Max Hollein As New Director
The Metropolitan Museum in New York City has hired a new director. Max Hollein takes over at a time of increased visitor numbers, but also as the institution deals with financial instability.
NPR Retracts Story That Did Not Meet Its Standards
NPR retracts a story that did not meet its standards.
New Researchers Hoping To Prevent Gun-Related Violence Have Grown Up With It
New money is going towards gun violence research, paving the way for new generation of data analysts, who have grown up in an era of mass shootings, to enter the field.
A Brief Timeline Of the Syrian Civil War Leading Up To U.S. Threats Of Military Strikes
NPR presents a quick timeline of the Syrian Civil War to understand what led to Wednesday's missile and military strike threats from President Trump.
House Speaker Paul Ryan's Wisconsin Constituents React To His Retirement Announcement
House Speaker Paul Ryan has announced he won't be seeking another term. His Wisconsin constituents share their thoughts on his Capitol Hill departure announcement.