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The ballot initiative says the state of California is so enormous and diverse that it is "nearly ungovernable." Long a billionaire's pet project, the idea will go before voters this fall.

Airlines are flying fewer planes to small and midsize markets, part of a push to move more people through regional hubs, according to an MIT study. As the economy tumbled into recession, airlines shut down money-losing routes and moved to fill seats on remaining flights.

It's easy to think that a shaking hand could be a sign of Parkinson's disease. But it's more likely essential tremor, an ailment that's not life-threatening but can become debilitating.

Scientists who found the fossils believe they are the remains of five people and far older than all previous finds. But how do the remains really fit into the bushy family tree of modern humans?

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to Imelda Staunton about the joys and challenges of portraying Queen Elizabeth II in the final season of Netflix's The Crown.

NPR's A Martínez talks with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about penalties imposed on Southwest Airlines for a holiday air-travel meltdown last year.

Testimony from a St. Johns County mother began the multiday trial by testifying that it would be “devastating” if her child could not get gender-affirming treatment.

Braugher, who starred on Homicide and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, died Monday at age 61. Trained at Juilliard and adept at stage work, the actor had a steely authority that undergirded most of his roles.

Hunter Biden is accused of operating a shell company and trading on his family name. Now, the lawmaker leading the House investigation into Biden faces accusations of the same misconduct.

Researchers used sound waves to jiggle a temporary opening in the brain's protective shield for three patients over six months. In spots where that shield was opened, more plaque was cleared.

The pontiff called surrogacy "deplorable." But one U.S. surrogate said the practice helps those who are unable to have children start a family.

On Capitol Hill, Kentucky Senator Rand Paul launched a "talking filibuster" a little bit before noon on Wednesday, and he stopped talking shortly before 1 a.m. on Thursday. He was trying to block Senate confirmation of the president's nominee to lead the CIA John Brennan.

Heavy rains, flooding and destructive winds and tornadoes snarled traffic and knocked out power up and down the East Coast.

The CEO of one of Nigeria's largest banks was killed Friday along with his wife and son when a helicopter they were riding in crashed near Interstate 15 in Southern California's Mojave Desert.

All Songs Considered's favorite electronic jams from February include a legit underground anthem, African field recordings, and yet another promising producer from Detroit.

With government help exhausted, private groups take action to help thousands of victims nearly 18 months later.

The traditional IndyCar season opener is back on the streets along the downtown waterfront. Three days of fast cars includes a Bret Michaels concert and an appearance by Jon Bon Jovi.

President Biden is now blaming Republicans for the crisis at the southern border after they blocked a bipartisan bill to fund more border security. But there are limits to the strategy.

The government shutdown will affect some historic sites. We have an update on what will close and what should be open.

Donald Trump is in Israel — the second leg of his first overseas trip as president. David Greene talks to Israeli columnist Chemi Shalev, who writes for the newspaper Haaretz, about Trump's trip.

Ford Motor Company is expected to announce its CEO Mark Fields is leaving, to be replaced by Jim Hackett, who runs the company's work on autonomous vehicles.

The Pine Ridge Indian Reservation is dealing with major flooding. Families are either displaced or trapped in their homes in a place with limited resources.

Scientists have identified a mutated strain of the coronavirus that has been spreading for the last few months.

The European Union has announced that it has reached the outline of a deal with the United Kingdom on Brexit.

Negotiations are underway as the drug industry scrambles to avoid a high profile national opioid trial set to begin on Monday.