With Reid Out, Republicans See An Opportunity
Democrats argue the top Senate leader's retirement might be a good thing. But it's going to set off a scramble to replace him in one of the most hotly contested races in 2016.
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U.S. Strategy In Yemen Represents Standard Counterterrorism Plan
Despite the current chaos in Yemen, the White House insists U.S. action in that country represents a model for its counterterrorism strategy. A look at what is behind that assertion.
U.S. Plays Delicate Dance As Deadline Nears In Iranian Nuclear Talks
As nuclear talks with Iran approach a deadline, the U.S. must ease sanctions enough in order to make a deal with Iran while not letting it off the hook completely.
As U.S. Energy Industry Booms, Oil Hubs Run Out Of Storage Space
U.S. oil production is at near record levels. But the success has led to a question of where to store all that oil. One of the country's biggest oil hubs is now almost full.
A Photo I Love: Featuring Astronaut Reid Wiseman
NPR hears from astronaut Reid Wiseman who was on the space station for four months in 2014. He discusses his photo of Italy at night from space.
6 Things You Might Not Have Known About Harry Reid
The senator from Nevada was raised in a home built of scavenged railroad ties and with a toughness that has carried him through his life and political career.
Sen. Harry Reid Says He Won't Seek Re-Election
The Democratic leader later told Nevada Public Radio he was endorsing Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York, the Senate's No. 3 Democrat, to succeed him as minority leader when his term ends in 22 months.
Calif. Governor Can't Make It Rain, But Can Make Relief Money Pour
California Gov. Jerry Brown signed his sweeping $1.1 billion emergency drought relief bill Friday. It funds water infrastructure improvements like flood control and aid for farmworkers.
Did That Restaurant Pass Its Health Inspection? Now Yelp Will Tell You
You might not see health inspection information until you're opening a restaurant's door. But if you're in San Francisco and some other cities, you'll see it when you check out an eatery's Yelp page.
What Reid Endorsing Schumer As Top Democrat Means
Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid is not seeking re-election in 2016, but he is leaving no room for a leadership fight. He's throwing his support to his top lieutenant and message maestro.