Florida becomes second state to ban fluoride in public water
Florida has become the second state in the country — after Utah — to ban fluoridation of public water systems.
Russian Opposition Leader In Hospital After Suspected Poisoning
The most prominent member of the Russian opposition has been hospitalized. Alexei Navalny is a vocal critic of President Putin. A spokeswoman for Navalny says he was poisoned.
Kamala Harris' Rise Follows Generations Of Organizing By Black Women
Black women are among the Democratic Party's strongest supporters. The selection of Kamala Harris as the party's vice presidential pick may energize those voters even more than usual.
COVID-19 Pandemic Hits Hard The Finances Of Undocumented Families
Amid the coronavirus, some families in the U.S. are facing a daunting financial situation: One child becomes the sole breadwinner. It's especially hard when members of the family are undocumented.
Study Dives Deeper Into How Much Plastic Is In The Oceans
A new study suggests there is far more plastic in the Atlantic Ocean than scientists previously thought, especially very small pieces of plastic that can end up inside fish and other animals.
For Standout Indiana High School Graduate, The Sky Is The Limit
Taran Richardson is a star athlete, on the Dean's list and senior class president. He applied to 70 colleges and was accepted by 65. Richardson chose Howard University to study astrophysics.
News Brief: Democratic Convention, California Fires, Flint Water Crisis
It was a big night at the Democratic convention for Kamala Harris. California fires push resources to the limits. And, Michigan reaches a settlement agreement with victims of the Flint water crisis.
Virtual Democratic Convention Keeps Milwaukee Out Of The Spotlight
Hosting the Democratic convention should have been Milwaukee's chance to shine. But the city's hopes were dashed by the coronavirus when health safety required the convention to go virtual.
Democrats Formally Nominate Biden As Their Presidential Nominee
On the second night of the Democratic National Convention, the party focused less on President Trump and instead on its own vision and future. Speakers boosted the cause to elect Joe Biden.
Former Justice Department Official Steps Into The Spotlight
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates following her speech at the Democratic National Convention in support of presidential candidate Joe Biden.