How To Find A School Your Kids Will Love (And That You Will, Too)
As a parent, how can you tell if a school is good? An education expert, known for his wildly popular TED talk, is out with a new book that helps parents navigate the choices.
Virginia Republicans Divided On Medicaid Expansion
Medicaid expansion is a real possibility in Virginia this year. The matter will be taken in up in a special session after lawmakers failed to agree on whether or not to do it in the regular session.
Democrat’s Strong Performance in Pennsylvania Shakes Trump and G.O.P.
Voters who turned out for Donald Trump in 2016 appeared to turn on his chosen House candidate Tuesday, helping Conor Lamb, the Democrat, take a slight lead.
Projections Show An Aging U.S. Population
Older people will outnumber children for the first time in U.S. history by 2035, according to new projections by the Census Bureau. Aging baby boomers are one of the main drivers of this trend.
What Happens When States Defy Federal Laws
Commentator Cokie Roberts talks with NPR’s Rachel Martin and answers listener questions about the history of states nullifying federal laws by choosing not to follow them.
Students To Walk Out For Gun Control
On Wednesday morning, high school students across the country plan to walk out of class as a protest against gun violence and to call for stricter gun laws.
Salisbury Residents Want More Information On Nerve Agent Used
Residents of Salisbury in the west of England say they are angry at delays in warning them about the potential danger from nerve agents, following the poisoning of a Russian exile in the city.
How Will The U.K. Respond To Former Spy’s Poisoning?
U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May said it’s “highly likely” that Russia was behind the poisoning of a former Russian spy in the U.K. David Greene talks with retired British diplomat Lord Peter Ricketts.
News Brief: Trump’s CIA Director Pick, Pennsylvania Election, School Walkouts
President Trump intends to tap Deputy CIA Director Gina Haspel to lead the agency, despite a controversial past. Also, we have the latest on the Pennsylvania congressional election.
Gina Haspel Faces Questions Over CIA Role In Torture
President Trump is nominating Deputy CIA Director Gina Haspel to take over the agency, but she may face a tough Senate confirmation over her past roles.
Students To Walk Out To Protest Gun Violence 1 Month After Parkland Shooting
The demonstrations will last 17 minutes to honor the 17 killed last month. “If the government wants to keep getting paid, they need to listen to what we say,” a Boise, Idaho, student said.
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