Schools could be getting millions more from Medicaid. Why aren't they?
In 2022, schools recouped $6.6 billion from federal and state Medicaid programs. They could be getting much more.
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At a time of anti-trans sentiment, a New York lawsuit brings hope for the community
Makyyla Holland reached a settlement over abuse she says she suffered in New York's Broome County Jail. The settlement requires the jail to adopt a policy that houses inmates based on gender identity.
A 'shocking' 911 call and other key takeaways from NPR's ICE detention investigation
NPR obtained secret government inspection reports, which described "negligent," "barbaric" and "filthy" conditions inside immigration detention facilities. Here's what to know.
How Florida's congressional map could change before the 2024 elections
Black voters in Florida could regain a congressional district where they make up a sizable share of the population, if voting rights groups prevail in an ongoing legal battle.
This summer has been a scorcher. DHS wants communities to plan for more of them
The administration is releasing new suggested guidelines for states and local communities on how to protect against extreme temperatures.
'Miracle house' owner hopes it will serve as a base for rebuilding Lahaina
"There was a neighbor who sent a note to us and said, 'Oh, you won the lottery,'" Trip Millikin, whose house survived, told NPR. "And I almost wanted to throw up when I got that."
New flame retardants found in breast milk years after similar chemicals were banned
After a class of flame retardants called PBDEs was phased out due to links with developmental health issues, manufacturers started using another, similar group of compounds.
Iran, Saudi Arabia and Egypt are among 6 nations set to join the BRICS economic bloc
Iran and Saudi Arabia are among 6 nations invited Thursday to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies. United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Egypt and Ethiopia are also set to join the bloc from 2024.
The viral song 'Rich Men North of Richmond' made its way to the RNC debate stage
The breakout song by an artist who goes by Oliver Anthony laid the groundwork to open the first Republican presidential debate for the 2024 election. But the song has notes of conspiracy theories.
3 red states will elect governors this fall. Could Democrats have a chance?
Gubernatorial races in Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi are heating up. It could be a chance for Democrats to get a foothold in these states with Republican supermajorities.