Remembering Sly Stone, the visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone
Sylvester Stewart, better known by his stage name Sly Stone, has died at 82. His band Sly and the Family Stone combined psychedelic rock, doo-wop, gospel and surf to create a new sound.
Virginia Lawmakers To Decide On Fate Of Robert E. Lee Statue
Virginia lawmakers will vote on whether to replace a statue of Robert E. Lee with one of Barbara Rose Johns. In 1951, she led a student walkout to protest her high school's segregated facilities.
Illinois Couple Re-Creates Restaurant Dining Experience
They turned their van into a mini dining room, complete with a checkered tablecloth and string lights. They can roll up to a restaurant parking lot and have meals delivered to the back of the van.
Beethoven's Life, Liberty And Pursuit Of Enlightenment
Growing up in a progressive city, Ludwig van Beethoven embraced the ideals of the Enlightenment, the philosophical movement that shook Europe and helped shape the composer's music.
How Close Are Lawmakers To Approving More Relief For The Economy?
NPR's Rachel Martin talks with Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips and GOP Rep. Dusty Johnson, members of the bipartisan group Problem Solvers Caucus, about the latest on COVID-19 relief talks.
Did Thanksgiving Travel Cause COVID-19 Surge? Experts Say Results Are Mixed
Data show a surge in virus transmission in some areas. Doctors, local health departments and others in the community talk about what they are seeing, and what are they are worried about.
Independent Panel To Give FDA Its Opinion On Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
An advisory panel meets Thursday to give the FDA guidance about granting an Emergency Use Authorization for Moderna's vaccine. If granted, it would be the second COVID-19 vaccine available in the U.S.
Elysee Palace Says Macron Tests Positive For COVID-19
French President Emmanuel Macron tested positive for the coronavirus and will quarantine for a week, his official residence announced.
After 100 Years, MLB Recognizes Negro Leagues As 'Major League'
Major League Baseball has finally decided that players from the Negro Leagues should be considered Major Leaguers. All 3,400 players — from 1920 to 1948 — will be elevated to MLB status.
As Pandemic Weighs On Economy, Fed Chair Powell Says Relief Is Needed
The Federal Reserve says economic growth could be stronger than previously expected next year. But the central bank cautions that struggling families and businesses will need help until then.