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.
Mueller's Testimony Could Be A Letdown To Some, Rep. Himes Says
NPR's Noel King talks to Democratic Rep. Jim Himes of Connecticut, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, ahead of former special counsel Robert Mueller's testimony to Congress.
Concerns Linger That Noncitizens Will Not Fill Out 2020 Census
Groups are trying to encourage immigrants to take part in the 2020 census while dealing with the fallout from the Trump administration's failed citizenship question push, and immigration enforcement.
How We Got Here: Mueller To Testify Before House Lawmakers
Former special counsel Robert Mueller is testifying before two House panels Wednesday on the findings of his two-year investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election.
Justice Department Begins Review Of Whether Big Tech Is Too Powerful
The Justice Department is launching a wide-ranging antitrust review of big tech companies. The inquiry will consider concerns raised about "search, social media and some retail services online."
Walmart Remakes 'Loser' Birthday Cake
Elizabeth Jones of Missouri was turning two, and her mom asked Walmart to make a cake that read: "Happy Birthday Lizard." That's her nickname. The cake, instead, read: "Happy Birthday Loser."
Cornhole And Other Less Traditional Sports Gather More Attention
Niche sports, such as cornhole, axe throwing and even professional arm wrestling, are beginning to attract interest and money. These less traditional sports are gaining sponsors.
N.C. Man Being Chased By Police Leaps Into Rocky Broad River
The man was wanted for allegations of forgery and counterfeiting. When marshals approached, he jumped into the water. They walked alongside the river bank and waited until he climbed out.
What Time Of Year Are People Likely To First Try Drugs? Summer, Survey Says
A study finds that summer is when people are more likely to try drugs for the first time. Previous studies showed that summers are also when more people use drugs, leading to more visits to the ER.
Boris Johnson To Lead Britain As Its Next Prime Minister
Members of the ruling conservative party have voted for Boris Johnson to replace Theresa May, who is resigning. Johnson, a former foreign secretary and mayor of London, is a Brexit supporter.
President Trump, Congress Reach 2-Year Budget Deal
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Susan Davis and Jason Furman, who was the Council of Economic Advisers chairman in the Obama administration, about the plan and whether it's fiscally responsible.