Supreme Court blocks deportation of immigrants under Alien Enemies Act, for now
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting a group of immigrants in Northern Texas under the Alien Enemies Act.
Louisiana, Texas Prepare For More Rain From Tropical Storm Harvey
Texas and Louisiana are steeling for more rain from now tropical storm Harvey. Rising temperatures factored into the size and impact of the storm.
Trump Defends Controversial Pardon Of Former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio
President Trump stood by his decision to pardon Arpaio at a joint press conference with Finland's president on Monday. Arpaio gained notoriety for his controversial treatment of Latinos and prisoners.
'Game Of Thrones' Season 7 Finale: Epic In More Ways Than One
Game of Thrones fans found out what the episode title, "The Dragon and the Wolf," meant Sunday night, when season seven of the wildly popular HBO show came to an end.
President Trump Holds Joint Press Conference With Finland's President
President Trump pledged his full support to the people of Texas and Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. He also defended his controversial pardon of former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio.
Houston Police Chief Outlines Ongoing Harvey Relief Efforts
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Houston Chief of Police Art Acevedo about major flooding occurring in the area and ongoing rescue and relief efforts.
First Mention: Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio Targeted 'Deadbeat Parents' In 1995
In May and August 1995, the name Joe Arpaio was first mentioned on NPR. President Trump pardoned the controversial former Arizona sheriff for a misdemeanor criminal contempt conviction.
Hurricane Harvey's Size And Impact Points To Climate Change
Hurricane Harvey bears the marks of climate change. Warmer waters in the Gulf of Mexico and rising sea levels make rain heavy storms like Harvey more likely in the future.
In Alaska, Hepatitis C Rate Rises Due To Injection Opioid Use
In Alaska, the Hepatitis C infection rate is skyrocketing due to the high number of injection opioid users. The state is looking to needle exchanges to curb rising costs of drug addiction treatment.
'The People Of Texas Are Resilient': Houston Furniture Store Owner Opens Doors To Residents
People in Houston share their stories as they deal with the flooding from Hurricane Harvey. A furniture store owner has opened his doors to residents seeking food and shelter.
Texas Governor Deploys National Guard To Help In Harvey Relief Efforts
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has deployed the entire Texas National Guard to help with relief and rescue efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Col. Steven Metze, spokesperson for the Texas National Guard, about where resources are being deployed and how the rescue efforts are going.