College campuses react to the news of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
The Israel-Hamas war ignited protests on many U.S. college campuses. Some students were elated, others concerned after the announcement of a ceasefire.
Cristeta Comerford reflects on cooking for five presidents as White House chef
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Cristeta Comerford about retiring after nearly 30 years at White House chef. She was the first woman and first person of color to hold the White House kitchen's top job.
What you need to know for tonight's debate between Harris and Trump
As Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump prepare to face each other for the first time in Tuesday's presidential debate, here's what you need to know.
Acclaimed actor James Earl Jones has died at age 93
James Earl Jones was one of America's most distinguished stage actors and recognizable film actors. His voice seemed to be everywhere, from Star Wars' Darth Vader to The Lion King to CNN.
Here's what the voters of a key North Carolina county are saying about the election
Voters in North Carolina are being courted by both Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns. In Granville county, a competitive area, voters have a variety of views and some remain undecided.
This artist couple makes flower altars for grieving communities after mass shootings
Two Los Angeles-based artists have made it their life’s mission to create new spaces where people can grieve together in the form of flower altars.
Jury selection has begun in trial for Memphis police accused of killing of Tyre Nicols
Jury selection started Monday in the Memphis federal trial of three ex-policemen charged in the killing of Black motorist Tyre Nichols in 2023.
Wartime laborers from Mexico are finally recognized with new Texas landmark
Wartime workers from Mexico, called “Braceros” or strong arms, filled critical labor shortages in America. Their overlooked service is being recognized by a new National Historic Landmark in Texas.
The legal battle between Rupert Murdoch and 3 of his kids
Rupert Murdoch's attorneys are in court in Nevada seeking to change the terms of his irrevocable trust to give full control of the family's media empire to his elder son Lachlan.