Court hearing to test legality of deportations under 18th century law
Friday's hearing over the merits of the judge's temporary restraining order comes as the case has become a flashpoint between the judiciary and executive branches.
Ex-Ill. Gov. Rod Blagojevich Is Among People Pardoned By Trump
The president commuted the sentence of Blagojevich, who was convicted on corruption charges over his attempt to sell a Senate seat once held by President Obama. He was released from prison Tuesday.
Michael Bloomberg Will Make His Debut On Nevada's Debate Stage
NPR's David Greene talks to David Axelrod, who ran former President Obama's campaigns, about how Democratic candidate Michael Bloomberg could change the dynamic of the 2020 race.
Ja'Net Dubois, 'Good Times' Star, Dies At 74
Actress, singer and composer Ja'Net DuBois has died. She won two Emmys for her voice-over work on The PJs and she co-wrote and sang the theme to The Jeffersons.
Presidential Candidates Aim To Attract Nevada's Latino Voters
Nevada is the next state up in the Democratic nominating process, and it is the first state with a truly diverse electorate. Candidates are trying to appeal to the state's large Latino population.
Indonesia Bans Ex-ISIS Fighters From Returning Home
Indonesia calls them a national security risk. But that decision has sparked criticism from some, who say most of the refugees are actually the wives and children of former ISIS militia.
Closing Arguments To Begin In Portland Light Rail Train Murders
Jurors in Oregon on Wednesday hear closing arguments in the trial of Jeremy Christian, who is accused of the 2017 racially motivated murders of two men.
Demolition Project In Texas Doesn't Go As Planned
An 11-story building in Dallas didn't implode all the way. The demolition company says it will finish the job soon — with a wrecking ball.
NICU Nurse In Decades-Old Photo Looks Familiar
A New Jersey couple's baby was delivered early, so he's in a neonatal ICU. The couple was looking at old photos and they discovered the current nurse also took care of the dad more than 30 years ago.
Amid Census Concerns, Religious Leaders Asked To Quell Fears
The Census Bureau plans to rely on houses of worship to help promote participation. But some faith leaders are not sure how to address fear among their congregants on how census data could be misused.
'Throughline': Becoming America
Citizens of the United States Of America have long used the shorthand America. NPR's podcast Throughline discovered that the name had a much more interesting history than was expected.
News Brief: Nevada Caucuses, Trump Pardons, Afghan Election Result
Before the caucuses, there's a Democratic debate in Nevada. An-ex Illinois governor is among the latest pardons issued by President Trump. And, the Afghan president has won a second term.
