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House Democrats plan to impeach the president for a second time. Authorities seek those involved in the U.S. Capitol breach. As COVID-19 vaccines are distributed, the pandemic ravages the country.

Police departments are looking into whether some of their off-duty officers participated in the U.S. Capitol riot, adding to growing unease over the embrace of Trumpism by American law enforcement.

The Trump administration is trying to force banks to make loans to gun-makers and to finance payday lenders. Critics call the move bizarre. It's opposed by watchdog groups and banks.

Law enforcement officials say they expect to make more arrests following last week's riot at the U.S. Capitol. Security officials are also examining some militia groups' call for more rallies.

As the pandemic rages on, the U.S. faces a dual challenge. To speed up delivery of vaccines to those who are waiting. And to convince people who are hesitant about the importance of being vaccinated.

Muji was flying with her owner from New York to California, but bolted during the TSA screening. She spent 11 days hiding in the ceiling of LaGuardia airport before she and her owner were reunited.

NPR's Michel Martin discusses Republican support for President Trump and the future of the Republican Party with former Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake.

Tennessee has opened COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to anyone over age 75. But people under 75 are getting it, as health officials are not checking identification before administering the shots.

When now Vice President-elect Kamala Harris was "accused" of being "too ambitious" on the campaign trail, it spurred her niece, activist and author Meena Harris, into action.

NPR's Michel Martin discusses domestic extremism and counterterrorism with Mary McCord, legal director at the Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection at Georgetown University Law Center.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with former Charlottesville, Va., Mayor Michael Signer about this week's assault on the U.S. Capitol and lessons from his dealings with white extremists.

Protesters for Black lives say when they protest for social justice they're met with tanks, rubber bullets and tear gas. Meanwhile, a mob of white extremists storm the Capitol with little resistance.

Manny Diaz is taking over a state party that lost ground in November's election

In the wake of the attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Trump, House Democrats are planning to vote to impeach Trump this week.

Young people of color saw deep racial inequities in the way the assault on the U.S. Capitol played out. And some expect to keep battling those inequities well after President Trump leaves office.

For words of encouragement after a difficult week, NPR's Michel Martin turns to Rev. Dr. Jackie Lewis, Bishop Michael Curry and Rabbi Shmuel Herzfeld.

Brazil's scientists are warning about a dire increase in more coronavirus cases if a national lockdown isn't in place soon. Brazil has recorded more COVID-19 deaths than anywhere except the U.S.

Many Black Lives Matter activists are furious that the law enforcement response to the breach of the U.S. Capitol appeared light compared to aggressive tactics they've endured at the hands of police.

Wednesday's violent insurrection at the Capitol led to the deaths of five people. Some lawmakers and others worry that it was just the beginning.

Property owners allowing religious institutions on their property, such as schools, could still prohibit firearms.

In a split with President Trump, Vice President Pence will attend President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration on Jan. 20. Trump has said he will not attend.

If the team wins out, the Bucs will be the first team ever to play a Super Bowl at home. Super Bowl LV is Feb. 7 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.

In Stockton, Calif., a controversial site is filling the gap as the local newspaper grapples to survive. Is this a microcosm of what happens to a democracy when local news dies?

This was attributed in part to the state’s waiving of testing requirements.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with journalist Trent Kay Maverick about her relationship with a conspiracy theorist, and whether it has changed after the election and the assault on the U.S. Capitol.