Election Day: What We're Watching
It's an "off year," but there are still notable initiatives and races around the country. Up for a vote: marijuana and Airbnb-style rentals. And how will Democratic candidates do in the South?
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Becoming Bernie: The 6 Chapters Of Sanders' Life
Bernie Sanders is an improbable politician. Independent, occasionally irascible, he came from the far left and an urban background to win elections in one of the most rural states in the country.
Why No Love For Twitter's Hearts?
Twitter changed its "favorite" icon from a yellow star to a red heart. Twitter users aren't loving it, but NPR's social science correspondent Shankar Vedantam predicts it's just a matter of time.
Amazon Opens A (Real) Bookstore In Seattle
The news release touting Amazon Books' opening day includes a detail that's unusual for the online retailer: where customers can park.
TransCanada Suspends U.S. Permit Application For Keystone XL Pipeline
TransCanada, which has been pushing for the U.S. to allow a new pipeline from the Alberta tar sands to the Gulf of Mexico, has asked the State Department to pause its review.
Tide Starts To Turn Against The 'Crime' Of Being Homeless
Some local laws make it illegal to sleep or eat outside. Advocates have fought these laws in court. Now, the federal government is taking a stance, pushing ways to help, not criminalize, the homeless.
As Exchanges Open Enrollment Season, Consumers Ask More Insurance Questions
It's time for people to shop for health insurance, and that means lots of confusion about about high-deductible plans, out-of-network benefits and premium increases.
Latest Battle Over Legalizing Marijuana Hits The Polls In Ohio
If a ballot measure is approved, Ohio could become the fifth state to legalize recreational marijuana. But a dueling initiative could lead to a court fight.
New TSA Head Promises To Improve Security Procedures
Government investigators say they've found repeated failures in the effectiveness of airport screening. The TSA head said Tuesday he's committed to trying to improve performance.
After Thousands Of Inmates Released Early, Probation Officers Will Be Watching
U.S. Courts has hired new officers to deal with the release of drug offenders. Some "are not going to succeed. ... It's our job to minimize the harm they are going to create," chief of probation said.