Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case
At issue is a case testing the reach of federal laws that promise special help for children with disabilities in public schools. Specifically: What do parents have to prove in order to get that specialized help?
Rare Mandarin Duck Struts Around Central Park
A duck native to East Asia called the Mandarin Duck appeared in New York's Central Park. Birders are amazed as to how the bird got there and still roams the city.
Former Trump White House Aide On Ending Birthright Citizenship
Former Trump White House communications staffer Michael Anton talks with NPR's Steve Inskeep about President Trump's claim that he wants to end birthright citizenship.
It's 'Mourning Edition'
Huntington, N.Y. is changing its name to Hauntington for Halloween. We thought we'd do the same.
China Tests A 'Social Credit Score'
China is testing a new plan to make it easier for citizens do business, but also to help them trust each other more. It's called the social credit score.
How A Jewish School In Pittsburgh Teaches About Anti-Semitism
In the wake of the shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh, teachers at a nearby Jewish immersion school are navigating how to talk to students about the attack and anti-Semitism.
Republican Campaign Mailer Faces Accusations Of Anti-Semitism
Connecticut voters received a campaign mailer depicting a Democratic state Senate candidate, who is Jewish, greedily holding fists of cash. Many are calling the Republican ad anti-Semitic.