In Syria, U.S.-backed Kurdish forces reach agreement with new government
In Syria, there's been a major development as U.S.-backed Kurdish forces who have controlled part of the country for more than a decade have agreed to be incorporated into the Syrian state.
R. Kelly Faces First Federal Charges
Singer-songwriter R. Kelly is in federal custody, following his arrest Thursday in Chicago. He faces federal charges of child pornography and transporting women and girls across state lines for sex.
Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta Resigns
Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta is stepping down. He's faced controversy since charges were unsealed in New York City against financier Jeffrey Epstein.
DOJ Says Local Governments Need To Prepare For Ransomware Attacks
The Department of Justice says ransomware attacks on small and mid-sized local governments by criminal groups are becoming more sophisticated. The agency is warning municipalities to be ready.
Anticipated Immigration Raids Have Minnesota Dairy Farmers On Edge
In rural Minnesota, local dairy farmers rely on Hispanic immigrants for labor. And as agents arrest employees on their way to their jobs, farmers are pushing back.
Federal Charges Escalate Sex Abuse Case Against Singer R. Kelly
Federal agents have arrested singer R Kelly on a 13-count indictment, including possessing child pornography. Kelly was already under indictment in Illinois on state charges.
Republican Strategist Offers Analysis On Week's Political News
Steve Inskeep talks to GOP strategist Mike Murphy about Labor Secretary Alex Acosta's resignation as well as President Trump and the 2020 census citizenship question.
Congressman Jamie Raskin Discusses ICE Raids Planned For This Weekend
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., about nationwide raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that may begin this weekend.
NASA Moves Forward With Plans For Multi-Billion-Dollar Moon Rocket
NASA is building its most powerful rocket ever, a moon rocket, which will cost billions of dollars. But the effort has sparked debate about whether NASA should rely on cheaper, commercial rockers.
League Of United Latin American Citizens Holds Presidential Contenders Town Hall
Democratic presidential candidates addressed the nation's oldest Latino civil rights group, where immigration policy and President Trump's record were top issues.