Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
Backlash After Referee Bans Traditional Navajo Hairstyle
A hairstyle set off a firestorm at a recent Arizona high school basketball game. The referee told Flagstaff's Lady Eagles they couldn't wear traditional Navajo buns. KJZZ's Laurel Morales reports.
Afghanistan's Real-Life Romeo And Juliet
Rachel Martin speaks with Rod Nordland about his new book, "The Lovers: Afghanistan's Romeo and Juliet," the true story of a love affair between a boy and a girl of different backgrounds.
Daughter Of Late Eric Garner Endorses Bernie Sanders
Eric Garner died after being put in a chokehold by NYPD officers. His mother has endorsed Hillary Clinton and his daughter, Bernie Sanders. Rachel Martin asks Erica Garner why she chose Sanders.
English Football's Rising Team
Roger Bennett of NBC's "Men in Blazers" gives Rachel Martin the lowdown on a good underdog story, that of Britain's Leicester City football club.
Hats Off To A Tale Of Good Sportsmanship
Rachel Martin pauses to note a story from a New Jersey swim meet. It's about good sportsmanship and losing gracefully.
GOP Debate: Scalia's Vacancy; Trump Puts Jeb On The Defense
Republicans let loose on each other in last night's South Carolina debate. Rachel Martin asks NPR national political correspondent Mara Liasson about it.
Words On Justice Scalia's Legacy From SCOTUS Blog
Rachel Martin speaks with Tom Goldstein of SCOTUS blog about Justice Antonin Scalia's time and legacy on the Supreme Court.
West Point Students' Plan To Counter ISIS Online Strategy
The State Department sponsored a contest to find the best ways to combat ISIS propaganda online. A group of cadets from West Point got second prize. Rachel Martin speaks with team member CJ Drew.
Clinton And Sanders Fight To Win Black Voters In South Carolina
Both Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton tout their support among African-Americans. Rachel Martin speaks with NPR's Sam Sanders about who might have the leg up in the upcoming South Carolina primary.
South Africans Lacking Permanent Housing Seen As Squatters
A post-apartheid promise that hasn't been realized was housing for all, or at least for more. Many South Africans still lack homes, with some pushed out of the temporary structures they build.