How a measles outbreak overwhelmed a small West Texas town
The kindergarten vaccination rate against the measles in Gaines County is 82%, far below the 95% needed to achieve herd immunity.
Fox Anchor Nick Vasos' Sick Day Email Goes Viral
Vasos is an anchor at Fox 4 in Kansas City, Mo. He tried to email his boss to ask about a sick day and inadvertently mailed the entire company, which owns almost 200 stations across America.
The 2019 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Is Canceled
For years, the fashion show put on by Victoria's Secret has been a key marketing tool. The controversial event has been discontinued. The retailer's parent company says it's time to evolve.
News Brief: SEAL Case, Bloomberg Candidacy, Hong Kong Election
The Navy secretary is forced out over a SEAL case. Billionaire Michael Bloomberg is officially running for president. And, Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement gains in regional elections.
She Grew Up Watching Mr. Rogers. Now She's Directed A Movie About Him
The family friendly Mr. Rogers is the subject of a new movie: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. It stars Tom Hanks and is directed by Marielle Heller.
Reparations After Clergy Abuse Puts A Price On Trauma, Victims Say
Following the 2018 grand jury report in Pennsylvania, Catholic dioceses launched reparations programs. Hundreds of people have now received more than $50 million, but not all are satisfied.
Impeachment Hearings Produced No Bombshells, Rep. Johnson Says
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to GOP Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana and NPR's Tim Mak about the conclusion of the first public phase of the impeachment inquiry. What is the next phase of the probe?
Low Mobility Rate Has Consequences For Families And The Economy
More Americans are staying put than ever before. The Census Bureau reported this week that the mobility rate has fallen to its lowest level on record — about half the rate of three decades ago.
Democratic Rivals Want To Turn Black Voters Away From Biden
Joe Biden holds a firm position in the Democratic primary with overwhelming support among black voters. While traveling to Atlanta for this week's debate, his rivals tried to challenge that strength.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Debuts 'Cybertruck' With A Slight Mishap
Musk wanted to show off the vehicle's strength. A sledgehammer didn't dent the door. But when a big metal ball was used, the armored window cracked. A second attempt produced the same result.