2 Democrats running for governorships say their party's future lies in the states
Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger are two Democrats vying for governorships in New Jersey and Virginia as Republicans prepare to take over federal control in Congress and the White House.
Outgoing Wash. Gov. Inslee pushes state lawmakers to enact a wealth tax
As the country's longest serving governor leaves office, Washington's Jay Inslee says the state should impose a wealth tax on the rich to meet the state's needs.
Listeners share embarrassing tales of regifting -- and getting caught
NPR listeners talk about getting caught in the act of regifting.
How U.S.-Africa relations might shift under a 2nd Trump administration
Africa experts Zainab Usman and Mvemba Phezo Dizolele talk with NPR's Asma Khalid about what a second Donald Trump term could mean for the continent.
Morning news brief
Ukraine relies more and more on unmanned flying attack drones. Why H-1B visas may be scrutinized in Donald Trump's second term. Each year thousands of new species are added to the scientific record.
A top Democrat says what he really thought about Biden seeking a 2nd term
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) about allegations that aides shielded President Biden from high-ranking officials and the public due to concern about his fitness for office.
What the spending fight portends for the next Congress and the Trump administration
The federal government remains open for business. That's because Congress managed to avoid a government shutdown on Friday that would have hit families right before the holidays.
The man who can get you a Santa suit that can make St. Nick jealous
The owner of ProSanta.com talks about his line of high-end Santa suits.