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.
Clinton Tours Iowa; Begins Outlining 4 Pillars Of Her Campaign
Hillary Clinton says she's running for president because "Americans and their families need a champion." She's trying to convey that message on her first trip to Iowa since announcing her candidacy.
Fun With Physics: Finding The Speed Of Light With Peeps
When your Peeps have gone stale, it's time to donate their marshmallow bodies to science — specifically, for measuring the speed of light.
S.C. Teen's Promprosal Required An Airplane
A friend took Julianne White for a plane ride. In a field below, Noah Matthews had written in 450-foot letters: Prom? She said yes.
Minn. Senators Still May Not Make Eye Contact During Floor Debates
It's hard to get politicians to see eye to eye. But it in Minnesota's state Senate, it's actually against the rules. The latest effort to change the rule failed.
Updated Driving Advice: A Better Way To Grip The Steering
On Tuesday's program, we offered some tried but apparently no longer true advice for listeners who drive. We explain why "9 and 3" is the new "10 and 2."
As American Sports Skew More Armcentric, Throwing Injuries Rise
Baseball players' arms are becoming more like football players' heads — subject to frequent injury and in need of immobilizing surgery.
Right-Wing Comics, Young Libertarian Keep Protests Going In Brazil
Anti-government protests in Brazil are entering their second month. Some of the new faces of the latest protest movement include a 19-year-old Libertarian who wants to take the president down.
IRS Budget Cuts Make For Nightmarish Filing Season
People trying to get help from the IRS to file their taxes are finding long lines, long waits on the phone and not much help. The IRS blames staff reductions on budget cuts spearheaded by Republicans.
