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.
Checking In On A Couple Who Plan To Weather The Storm
Lisa and Stan Heilblum live in Kendall in Miami-Dade County. Scott Simon talks with them about staying home for Irma after putting up shutters and stocking up on tuna.
Houstonians Search For Temporary Housing
Hurricane Harvey's flooding damaged tens of thousands of homes in Houston. Many hotels accepting FEMA vouchers are booked up, leaving some people who need temporary housing with no place to go.
Irma's Impact In Puerto Rico
As Irma bears down on Florida, people are cleaning up from the hurricane in Puerto Rico and along the entire length of the Caribbean.
Florida Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen On Hurricane Preparations And Recovery
NPR's Scott Simon gets an update from Florida Republican Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen on the role she expects the federal government to play in recovery from Hurricane Irma.
Problems Emerge As Miami Residents Take Refuge In Shelters
Some shelters in Miami are full as many residents try to evacuate Hurricane Irma.
Advocates Push For A 'Global War On Terror' Memorial
President Trump signed a bill last month allowing private funds to be raised for a memorial honoring those who served in what's called the "war on terror."
Those Who Remain In Miami Brace For Irma
Many have evacuated south Florida, but many others either can't get out or are choosing to stay behind and hunker down, prompting concerns about whether there is enough shelter space.
German Anti-Immigrant Party Helped By U.S. GOP Strategist
A right-wing, populist party running in the upcoming German elections has hired a Texas political strategy firm to help its campaign.
