Chileans weigh a new constitution
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Republican Senators Pass Tax Bill
The Republican overhaul of the tax code overcame hurdles to pass the Senate and includes some changes average Americans may feel come tax time, should it make it to the president's desk.
Roy Moore's Effect On Alabama's Economy
Alabama has long sought to make itself a destination for business investment. But the allegations against Senate candidate Roy Moore may make investors reluctant to come to the state.
D.C. City Council Considers Keeping Suspended Students In School
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Washington, D.C., city council member David Grosso about his proposal to ban out-of-school suspensions in the District's public and charter schools.
Children's Health Insurance Program In Jeopardy In Colorado
Colorado contacted families who receive CHIP health care funding with a warning that support might end in January. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Gretchen Hammer, who runs the Colorado program.
Explaining The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Confusion
With the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau stepping down, there's a dispute between the outgoing chief and the White House over who will take over as acting director.
Christian Rock Artist Josh Lovelace Branches Out To Children's Music In Solo Debut
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Josh Lovelace from the Grammy-nominated Christian rock band, Needtobreathe, about his debut solo album, Young Folk, an album for children.
Week In Politics: Flynn And Russia, Sexual Harassment On Capitol Hill
Michael Flynn has broken ties with the White House legal team, reports say, in a possible sign he will cooperate with prosecutors investigating Russian influence.
Saturday Sports: The Future Of The NFL
Scott Simon talks with Howard Bryant of ESPN about questions of how long the NFL can continue to dominate professional sports.
Youth Soccer Referee Says Parents Are A Problem At Games
Avery Krut, volunteer referee for the American Youth Soccer Organization in Beverly Hills, Calif., tells NPR's Scott Simon about why he's had enough of parents' behavior on the sidelines.