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The leading candidates in New York City's mayoral race spent the weekend rushing from campaign event-to-event ahead of Tuesday's election.

In 1951, Bonnie Shea was the only girl in Duluth, Minnesota playing organized hockey. But when she got to high school, she couldn't play on the boys' team. Now, at age 81, Shea is still competing.

We look at a study on how death metal singers produce their otherworldly vocals, and therapeutic applications that researchers are investigating.

NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer asks University of Texas at Austin energy researcher Jorge Pinon about the economic and political implications of Cuba's reliance on Venezuelan oil.

Cutting back on ready-to-eat meals won't be easy, and whole milk may make a comeback. One thing that's certain: It'll be a while before the new guidelines trickle down to schools.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to economist Claudia Sahm about the upcoming Federal Reserve board meeting and what it can tell us about the current state of the U.S. economy.

The burden of caring for America's aging population falls on family caregivers. It can take a toll on their lives and mental health.

Former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration to be the next attorney general of the United States.

Labour's Andy Burnham, the current mayor of Greater Manchester, has won a special election for a seat in Parliament that puts him in a position to challenge embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the country.

Friday is the deadline for the government to release files related to the life and death of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. There are still questions about what will be published and when.

The U.S. reaction to the Israel conflict, and what's ahead as Republicans select a speaker of the House.

NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Republican Rep. Marianette Miller-Meeks about the vote to ouster Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the house.

Personal finance and nutrition experts share simple strategies that make it possible to eat out on a budget. One tip? You might have to let go of your fast food delivery habit.

Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller presented the nominees on Wednesday morning. The Pitt led all shows with 25 nominations, followed closely by the final season of Hacks with 24.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with former U.S. men's team goalkeeper Bill Hamid about the culture of youth soccer and how the this year's U.S. men's team will change the future of the sport.

New modeling from the CDC shows that if measures aren't taken immediately, this outbreak could sicken more than 20,000 people in the next three months.

The State Immigration Enforcement Council said not enough local agencies are participating in 287(g) pacts, but immigrant advocates say agreements have already gone too far.

The summer travel season is setting records again. Airlines are carrying more passengers than ever while operating fewer flights than they did 20 years ago, pushing the limits of the aviation system.

Christian Pulisic, the longtime star of the U.S. men's national soccer team, has been slowed by an injury this World Cup. He's finally healthy and ready for his big moment.

When American striker Folarin Balogun received a red card in Wednesday's World Cup match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, it had huge repercussions for Monday's game against Belgium.

LA has the highest number of homeless veterans in the U.S. For decades, advocates have fought for housing for them. Now, they're hoping a Trump administration executive order will change everything.

Libertarian presidential nominee Chase Oliver wants to take on the two-party system. But before he can appeal to outside voters, he's got to convince members of his own party to support him.

Nurul Haque vowed to give back to the U.S. — the country he credits with allowing him to escape from one of the bleakest humanitarian crises in the world.

There were about 50,000 more jobs added to payrolls than economists expected. Also: September's growth was revised upward. This is the last major economic report before Election Day and is sure to be a hot topic on the campaign trail.

The Trump administration has indicated that charter schools are a major part of its education agenda. Many Americans, though, aren't sure how they work.