Supreme Court upholds a lower court order to force USAID to pay contractors
In an order, the justices left in place a lower court order that so far has only required the Trump administration to pay contractors for foreign aid work that has already been completed — roughly $2 billion.
Advocates Try To Raise Environmental Awareness In Lebanon
From its seas, to rivers, to its air quality, Lebanon is ruining itself. Scientists say the country should be a cautionary tale of what happens when governments prioritize business over environment.
37 Racehorses Have Died At Santa Anita Park Since December
NPR's Noel King talks to Jim Chairusmi of The Wall Street Journal about a racehorse suffering a catastrophic injury at the Breeders' Cup Classic on Saturday in Arcadia, Calif.
Impeachment Trial Would Create Unprecedented Issue For 6 U.S. Senators
Several Democratic presidential candidates are also sitting senators. If there's a Trump impeachment trial early next year, it could impede their ability to campaign in Iowa before the caucuses.
Impeachment Probe Wants To Hear From White House Heavy Hitter
A House panel has called John Eisenberg, the top lawyer from President Trump's National Security Council, to testify Monday in the impeachment inquiry. Who is he and is he likely to show?
Mexican Cooking Show, 'From My Ranch To Your Kitchen,' Is YouTube Hit
A grandma, in a rustic outdoor ranch kitchen, is tearing up the Internet in Mexico with her simple, home style cooking. Since starting in August, she's got 1.5 million subscribers.
Missouri Jury Award Sparks Questions About Police Culture
The St. Louis County Police Department's leadership is in turmoil after a jury awarded an officer nearly $20 million who said he was told to "tone down his gayness."
Minnesota Has A Lot To Offer But No Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Jayson Gonzalez would drive 270 miles to a Krispy Kreme store in Iowa. He loaded up his cars with doughnuts, and delivered them to Twin Cities customers. Krispy Kreme told him to end his operation.
Oklahoma Prisons Releasing Hundreds Of Non-Violent Offenders
The state of Oklahoma plans to release hundreds of prisoners Monday after their sentences were reduced by the state's Pardon and Parole Board.
Commemorating 4 Decades Since The Iran Hostage Crisis
Forty years ago, protesters stormed the U.S. embassy in Tehran — resulting in a 444-day hostage crisis. NPR's David Greene talks to Ambassador John Limbert, who was one of the Americans held captive.