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Hoppin' John has been the centerpiece of the Southern holiday table for generations. NPR's Vertamae Grosvenor's says it's unthinkable to not have the black-eyed peas and rice dish for New Year's, and offers this recipe from her cookbook, Vertamae Cooks.

Many of us are anxious about climate change, and that's understandable. While no one person can solve this global issue, there are some things that we, as individuals, can play a role in.

Cuomo was forced from office after nearly a dozen women accused him of sexual harassment. He now faces a criminal complaint alleging he forcibly touched a female staff member.

It is set to bring heavy rains, strong winds, and the threat of tornadoes on Tuesday, the official first day of winter. It will leave cooler weather ahead of Christmas.

Goliath grouper have been protected since 1990. The state of Florida is considering a plan that would allow up to 200 of the big fish to be taken each year. The public can provide input at two online workshops.

Dr. Marc Boom, the president and CEO of Houston Methodist Hospital, says "the time is now" for people to change their behavior to help reduce the spread of the coronavirus.

Despite announced safety measures, the indoor show planned for Friday would have been in violation of the state's health directives. The promoter has agreed to postpone the event.

In 2009, legions of Lucy fans were horrified by a sculpture they dubbed "Scary Lucy." The new one reflects the glamorous TV comedy star of the 1950s. It's being unveiled Saturday, her 105th birthday.

Three historic lighthouses on the Florida Keys reef are up for auction. They're listed now at $15,000 — but each needs more than $2 million in repairs right away.

As several states relax mask mandates, U.S. companies are easing up their own rules.

The San Antonio coach will try to set the record for most coaching wins on Wednesday.

The two men and six others were accused of deceiving pharmacy benefit managers into approving tens of thousands of prescriptions that were fraudulently obtained.

Today we hear from Denise Johnson, a former law enforcement officer who shares her experience coming out as transgender at the age of 50.

The abortion restriction law is scheduled to take effect on July 1.

The cast of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical cram into a booth at a New York institution for this whirlwind of a performance.

In an address to the U.N. General Assembly, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki asks for international support to stabilize Iraq and bring peace to the region, warning of "disastrous consequences" for the world if the violence continues.

Living conditions are still makeshift for earthquake survivors in Indonesia. The government is still having difficulties getting emergency supplies to those that need them, and the volcano Mount Merapi continues to spew lava and hot gas. Lina Sofiani, an emergency officer with UNICEF in Indonesia, speaks with Liane Hansen.

Three more British men arrested in the plot to blow up American-bound airliners have been arraigned and denied bail. Of the two dozen people originally arrested in the plot, fifteen are facing charges. Five others remain in custody for further questioning.

Former President Trump endorsed Sarah Huckabee Sanders for Arkansas governor before her campaign began. She handily won Tuesday's primary and is expected to be the state's first woman governor in Nov.

While most consumers never see a silicon chip, they do see the results of their growing power: high-definition television sets, cell phones with cameras, faster and smarter computers. Ever-shrinking chips are not only giving consumers new products, but also helping the scientific community.

My Unsung Hero tells the stories of people whose kindness left a lasting impression on someone else. Poet Joy Ladin's found her unsung hero in an audio producer.

New data from the Guttmacher Institute shows the number of abortions rose in 2020, reversing a decades-long trend toward declining numbers.

The local government also says it will suspend plans for a city-wide mass-testing exercise.

The number of unionized Starbucks stores is now six after three stores in the Buffalo area voted to unionize. The vote counts at each store were close.

Kremlin-backed news outlets RT and Sputnik have become flashpoints for social media companies that are under pressure to curb the spread of Russian propaganda and disinformation.