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Blinken ends Ukraine trip with promise of U.S. help as Russia goes back on offensive
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Antony Blinken ended his trip to Ukraine by promising U.S. help to push Russian troops out. But the lengthy debates in Washington over aid to Ukraine has impacted the battleground.
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates For First Time In 9 Years
by John Ydstie
Federal Reserve policymakers raised benchmark interest rates Wednesday. It's the first time they have done so in nine and a half years.
Baltimore Judge Declares Mistrial After Jury Deadlocks In Freddie Gray Case
by Jennifer Ludden
A judge declared a mistrial Wednesday in the case of police officer William Porter, who was charged in the death of Freddie Gray. The jury could not reach agreement on any of the charges Porter faced.
Congress Unveils Massive Spending Bill To Fund Government
by Ailsa Chang
Congress has unveiled a giant bill that will fund the government for the year and clarify the tax code. Congress will give itself an extension to get the bills passed before current funding runs out.
New York Officials Announce Reforms To Solitary Confinement In Prisons
by Brian Mann
More than a thousand inmates will be released from solitary confinement under a deal made public in New York. State officials have agreed to reform the way prisoners are sent to isolation cells.
FBI Unable To Find Direct Link To Terror Group In San Bernardino Shooting
by Dina Temple-Raston
FBI Director James Comey said Wednesday it appears the San Bernardino shooters were radicalized long before they met in person, though authorities have still found no ties to a foreign terror group.
National Security Takes Center Stage At GOP Debate In Las Vegas
by Scott Horsley
NPR reporters dive deep into some of the claims made by candidates at Tuesday night's Republican debate.
Recent Attacks Spike Interest In Terrorism Insurance
by John Burnett
When an event happens like the massacres in San Bernardino, Calif., or Paris, interest spikes in terrorism insurance. Nearly six in 10 major businesses in America are insured for terrorism damage.
Soccer Star Abby Wambach To Play Final Game Tonight
by Shereen Marisol Meraji
Abby Wambach will play her final game for the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Wednesday night. NPR talked to her former coaches, fans and the star herself on what she's meant to the game.
Marco Rubio Hits Both Iowa And New Hampshire After Debate
by Sarah McCammon
After Tuesday night's debate, Republican candidates are heading right back to the campaign trail. Florida Sen. Marco Rubio hit the ground in both Iowa and New Hampshire Thursday.