Democrats court Native American voters at their convention in Chicago
Activists noted that Native American voter turnout in swing states is what helped President Biden win during the last cycle.
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What surprise DNC speaker did Trump once say was his VP pick? Find out in the quiz
This week was the Democratic National Convention, which went full-on Met Gala and/or Olympics. If you watched that (and the Republican counterprogramming), you'll get at least five questions right.
As cars and trucks get bigger and taller, lawmakers look to protect pedestrians
Cars and trucks have gotten bigger and taller, with deadly consequences for pedestrians. A bill being introduced today in Congress would create federal standards for hood height and visibility.
5 takeaways from Kamala Harris’ historic acceptance speech
Harris isn't someone known for delivering big speeches, and the public’s views of her are still forming. She got the nomination, after all, without running in a primary.
A lithium mine in Serbia could rev up Europe's e-vehicles, but opposition is fierce
A proposed lithium mine in Serbia is spurring protests over its potential impact on the environment. The mineral is in high demand because it’s crucial for the batteries that run electric vehicles.
Gas prices are down. We could be headed for lows not seen since 2021
Pump prices having been falling all summer, and as Labor Day approaches, they're 47 cents lower than this time last year. Some analysts see $3 gasoline in our future.
Uncommitted delegates at DNC were denied a speaking slot to address Gaza conditions
While Vice President Harris called the suffering in Gaza "heartbreaking," activists say they were hoping a Palestinian American would have also been allowed to speak at the convention.
Snippets of Michelle Obama's DNC remarks are still circulating widely online
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to former NPR host Michele Norris, who writes in a recent column for "The Washington Post," about Michelle Obama's speech at the Democratic National Convention.
Can Alabama prosecute someone for helping people travel out of state for an abortion?
Abortion rights advocates and providers are suing Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, seeking to block him from prosecuting people who help patients travel outside the state to end pregnancies.
As shipping traffic increases in U.S. ports, communities see serious health impacts
Billions of federal dollars are aimed at mitigating health issues, such as asthma and heart disease, by turning ports away from diesel to electric.