Supreme Court allows Trump to fire members of independent agencies — for now
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday granted the Trump administration's emergency request to fire the heads of two independent agencies. But the decision is technically a temporary one.
San Francisco Maneuvers To Buy Local Grid Owned By PG&E
San Francisco wants a divorce from its bankrupt utility PG&E. The city wants to set up its own municipal utility and is looking at cities that have tried it in the past — such as Boulder, Colo.
Justice Department Forces Alabama To Address Deadly Prison Conditions
Alabama must rectify the dangerous conditions this week or face a Justice Department lawsuit. Critics say plans to build new prisons won't solve issues that have been found to be unconstitutional.
Review: 'Game Of Thrones' Fails To Deliver Epic Ending
After eight extraordinary seasons, HBO's Game of Thrones aired its final episode Sunday night. Our reviewer says the show had a "good ending", but "not a great one."
LGBT Anthem: Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way'
Lady Gaga has called her 2011 song her "freedom song." It's defiant and proud. And it has become an American anthem for the LGBT community. (This piece initially aired on Jan. 30, 2019 on ATC.)
Trump Officials Are Divided Over How Aggressive To Be With Iran
A debate has been playing out in the Trump administration and with its European allies over whether the threat posed by Iran has changed. Trump has said he doesn't want a military conflict with Iran.
Besides SAT Score, Students Could Have Their Hardships Tabulated
The College Board is piloting a new tool to complement its SAT test. The Environmental Context Dashboard is meant to capture the challenges students may face at home, including poverty and crime.
Architect I.M. Pei, Who Designed Many Iconic Structures, Dies At 102
One of the world's most well-known architects has died. He designed the Louvre pyramid in Paris and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, among other buildings.
Trump Says His Immigration Plan Will Be 'Envy Of The Modern World'
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to White House adviser Brooke Rollins, about the new merit-based immigration plan that would dramatically reshape the legal immigration system. NPR's Joel Rose weighs in.
Self-Driving Shuttle Pulled Over By Police In Rhode Island
The six-person shuttle is called "Little Roady," and it was its first day taking people on a free, five-mile loop through Providence. An attendant minds the vehicle and can take the wheel as needed.