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A new generation of American Muslims has moved from defending itself, as Muslim communities did in the aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, to defining itself.

The first tropical storm to hit Southern California in more than 80 years sparked road closures, school cancellations and power outages on Sunday evening before moving north to Nevada.

Before coming to Virginia, the Alexandria gunman lived in Belleville, Ill. Residents there were shocked by Wednesday's shootings, and say they're concerned about the nation's increasing political divides.

Hundreds of people, all named Josh, traveled from across the country to Lincoln, Neb. Josh Swain had challenged then all to a giant fight — with pool noodles — over rights to the name.

Gasoline prices have fallen sharply and are now below $4 a gallon in many parts of the country. But analysts warn that prices could tick up again if drivers set aside their newfound gas-saving habits.

The Paris prosecutor said the suspect had been released from prison after attacking migrants living in tents, and that investigators are considering a possible racist motive for the shooting.

The award-winning author Anthony Doerr's newest novel approaches old history with two unfamiliar perspectives: a blind French girl and a German orphan. He says WWII history is as important as ever.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Jeffrey Feltman about the American response in the widening Middle East conflict. He's a former U.S. ambassador to Lebanon who went on to work in mediation at the U.N.

Details are emerging about how U.S. forces entered Venezuela and seized President Nicolas Maduro.

Sarasota, Manatee and Hernando counties will be voting to continue their current property taxes, while Pinellas is looking to double their rate to match them.

Audra McDonald is a bona-fide Broadway star and a well-regarded recording artist whose albums have featured American popular standards and newer musical theater. But her new album takes her in a different direction.

In Weekend Edition Sunday's month-long series on race and politics, each week begin with a look back at times when racial tensions were instrumental to shaping politics. We start in 1865, just after the Civil War ended and the South surrendered. Advisory: Listeners may find some language offensive.

Rachel Martin speaks to former President George W. Bush and Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Illinois) about the U.S. role in Afghanistan. President Biden has announced the decision to withdraw U.S. forces.

A 1,733-acre wildfire was being fought in the Picayune Strand State Forest on Monday afternoon. The fire was south of Alligator Alley and prompted a warning from the Florida Highway Patrol.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Lael Brainard, director of the National Economic Council, about President Biden's economic legacy.

SpaceX launched its massive Starship rocket from Boca Chica, TX and successfully caught the booster portion of the two-stage rocket back at the launch pad, amid concerns about the environmental impact of Starship launches.

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be at the White House to celebrate their World Series win. But not everyone is happy that the team will meet with President Trump.

Square root days happen only a few times in a century, and the man who brought the day fame is celebrating his sixth one.

A newly discovered species of caterpillar eats other bugs and then wears their dead bodies.

Los Angeles on Tuesday approved a so-called "sanctuary city" ordinance aimed at protecting undocumented immigrants from potential deportation.

Phil Donahue may have developed a reputation for presenting passionate discussions on hot-button topics through cheeky stunts. But he told NPR in a 2021 that an early inspiration was mainstream news journalists, who he saw as fearless truth tellers.

Musical icons, legends and ingenues graced Las Vegas Monday for the 2025 American Music Awards. The AMAs are the largest fan-voted music awards show, featuring performances and some viral moments.

Oklahoma City is getting ready for Game Seven of the NBA finals. The city has never won the title. Fans hope this will be the year.

With news of more U.S. casualties in the war with Iran, military families face the challenges of lengthy deployments.

Divers in Florida are seeking sunken slave ships for connections to history.