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Student-backed movement leads to political shakeup in Serbia
There's a political earthquake in Serbia as student-backed movement wins parliamentary election, ending more than a decade of dominance by a Moscow-backed populist leader.
San Anselmo businesses prepare for potential El Niño flooding as winter approaches
Colorado high school students get a head start on healthcare careers
MedStar Health expert warns parents about illnesses affecting teens and college students
CBS News Baltimore spoke with an expert at MedStar Health about common illnesses among teens and college students, including mononucleosis, strep throat and skin infections.
Aleksandar Vucic concedes defeat in Serbia's parliamentary election, marking political shift
Aleksandar Vucic, who denounced the oppositional student movement as a foreign-led attempt to unseat him, led with virtually absolute power for 14 years.
U.S. measles cases more than double what they were last year as outbreak spreads
Pennsylvania is the worst hit state, with at least 1,338 cases of measles confirmed in 44 counties so far this year, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
After arts festival, San Francisco's Mid-Market businesses look for signs of a turnaround
Gina Hinojosa says there's "deep disappointment in both political parties" in Texas right now
Blanche defends DOJ lawsuit blocking Alaska Senate results if Republican loses
Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the Justice Department's suit over Alaska's Senate race in an interview on CNN.
2 political experts question Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's tax proposals for 2027 budget
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says America is ready to elect a Woman
The Michigan governor did not deny that she was exploring a potential run for president in 2028.
Trump touts U.S. oil business making ‘hundreds of billions’
President Trump tells rallygoers in Georgia that the United States’ oil and gas business is making “hundreds of billions of dollars because of what’s happened in the Middle East,” and predicts that prices at the pump will “come way down.”
Adam Schiff responds to DOJ’s Alaska threat: ‘it’s Alaska’s business’ to run elections
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) says “it's not the federal government's business to run Alaskan elections,” after the Justice Department sued to block certification of Alaska’s election results if Sen. Dan Sullivan loses, due to another candidate with the same name appearing on the ballot.
Business lessons are coming to liberal arts schools
A new AP business with personal finance course continues the growth of teaching kids about how to make money and keep it.
AP Business lessons are helping high school students learn how to manage money
A new AP business with personal finance course continues the growth of teaching kids about how to make money and keep it.
Politics chat: The polls show a Democratic sweep in the midterms. Can you trust them?
If you look at the few truly competitive seats, polls show a more complicated picture of momentum toward the Democratic Party in midterm House races. For the Senate, Republicans are on defense.
What analysts are watching in the Texas Senate race, CBS News political experts weigh in
CBS News political experts weigh in on Texas Senate race halfway through early voting
The latest CBS News poll showed Talarico leading 51% to 49%, well within the margin for error.
When a teen posts a selfie, how much filter is 'too much' filter?
The recent Meta settlement includes a clause banning "cosmetic procedure filters" for teens. But defining what constitutes an extreme makeover isn't easy.
Independent candidates sense a moment in the West. Democrats are hoping they're right
As they look to win the Senate, Democrats are hoping that independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana can help them topple Republicans in a part of the country where their own brand is hurting.
In Arkansas, Democrats see an opening at the edge of the competitive midterms map
In a sign of the potentially dire midterm political environment, Republicans have spent millions of dollars playing defense in Arkansas, one of the most conservative states in the country.
Obama seeks to shore up Abdul El-Sayed with Black voters at Michigan rally
The former president spoke alongside the Democratic Senate nominee in Detroit as the Senate contest could come down to the city’s large Black electorate
Colorado high school students get a head start on healthcare careers
Ramaswamy ad puts Acton’s estranged mother in spotlight as records reveal family’s troubled past
Vivek Ramaswamy faces bipartisan backlash over an ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother, whose rocky history emerges in court records and interviews.
FEMA deadline approaching for NW Indiana residents, businesses impacted by Aug. 11 storms
Meet the volunteers helping adults navigate their health
Small businesses struggling with inflation amid Trump tariffs ahead of midterms
Comedian Charlie Berens has made Wisconsin politics a laughing matter
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with comedian and former journalist Charlie Berens. His comedy blends political satire with a distinctly Wisconsin sense of humor.
How data centers became a bipartisan political issue in Wisconsin
Data centers are a big issue across the country. As midterms approach, many look to the swing state of Wisconsin for lessons for how that issue could play out nationally.
Obama describes Trump as an agent of ‘chaos and cruelty’ in midterm elections pitch
The former president on Saturday also criticized Republican Vivek Ramaswamy’s attack ad featuring the estranged mother of Amy Acton, his Democratic rival for governor.
Oakland County business accused of making false statements to obtain federal loan agrees to $1M+ settlement
A Wixom, Michigan, business accused of making false statements to obtain a loan it was ineligible for has agreed to pay a settlement of just over $1.5 million after it was sued by the federal government, according to the Department of Justice.
James Talarico rallies young voters in Austin who are critical to his Senate hopes
The Democrat held a Friday-night rally at the University of Texas at Austin, where multiple students told NBC News they had already voted and worry about the cost of living.
AOC tests her progressive message. The results could help shape her future
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is drawing big crowds as she campaigns for progressive Democrats before the Nov. 3 election.
Vivek Ramaswamy campaign switches to shorter version of attack ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother
The ad has sparked bipartisan backlash for Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in his campaign for Ohio governor against Democrat Amy Acton.
Time expert Philippe Richard on why scientists are changing how we keep time
Scientists have voted to change how the world keeps time, but most people won't even notice. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Philippe Richard, director of Switzerland's Federal Institute of Metrology.
Week in Politics: Ramaswamy's Ohio ad; Trump greenlights DOJ to sue over Alaska Senate
Ohio GOP gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy refuses to withdrawal an explosive attack ad, and President Trump greenlights the DOJ to file a lawsuit about Alaska's senate race.
Saturday Sports: The World Series; the WNBA finals
NPR's Scott Simon and sports reporter Michele Steele discuss the World Series and the WNBA Finals.
Axios ahead: 2028 and beyond
The velocity of change will only intensify. Media, like all industries, has a short window to adapt.
This decade has been missing its big-impact midterm
Every other decade over the past hundred years has produced at least one midterm that made a big difference in Congress and in national politics more broadly.
Political expert breaks down potential impact of Obama, Trump visiting Michigan
Family of Victorville man shares deputy bodycam footage of shooting death as man is in mental health
The latest in space science: We look back at the Big Bang
In this edition of Spacing Out, the team from Short Wave shares the latest developments in space science, including the theory on why the universe is made of matter
At a Texas high school football game, fans offer a glimpse into evolving politics
We talk with voters at a Texas high school football game at the tailgate, in line at the concession booth and in the stands to hear about the issues that matter to Texans this cycle.
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon is optimistic about AI. Most of America disagrees.
“We’ll look back, 20 to 25 years from now, and the benefits will be really positive for our society,” the Wall Street leader said.
An N.J. mayoral candidate allegedly removed political signs. How hidden AirTags helped lead police to her
A New Jersey councilwoman and mayoral candidate is under investigation after being accused of removing political yard signs in West Orange.
Empire Towers perimeter lift brings relief to nearby Glen Burnie businesses
After three months of road closures and disruptions, the safety perimeter surrounding Empire Towers in Glen Burnie has officially been lifted, bringing relief to nearby businesses that have struggled to stay afloat.
How Thomas Jefferson politicked his way into the Louisiana Purchase
Disappointed primary voters weigh their choices: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Ramaswamy’s ad underscores how governor’s races could affect downballot contests.
Focus groups: Their candidates lost in the Michigan and Texas primaries. Now what?
Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan and Ken Paxton in Texas are looking to convince backers of their primary opponents to support their campaigns.
Trump administration sues to block Alaska Senate certification if Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan loses in November
The Justice Department said the presence of two Dan Sullivans on the ballot makes it “vital” that the state “not certify any election result that may be impacted by voter confusion.”
Authorities investigating whether first Kenyan and Nigerian Ebola cases crossed paths
Nigeria this week recorded its first case of Ebola in the current outbreak, which has spread from the epicenter in Congo to several other African countries.
Live updates: Trump to rally for Byron Donalds in Florida
Annie Andrews, South Carolina’s Democratic Senate nominee, will hold a town hall this afternoon as she attempts to defeat Republican Sen. Darline Graham.
Brazil's runoff: Lula's legacy vs. Bolsonaro's dynasty
Brazil's tight presidential runoff pits a political giant against a Bolsonaro heir in a battle over the country's political future.
LA County Public Health reports first pair of flu deaths of the season
Immigrant priest struggles with health issues after ICE detention
Hegseth staff damaged historic WWII-era Eisenhower globe trying to move it to his office
The globe was especially notable because it had green pen or marker notations where Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower marked areas in Europe, three U.S. officials said.
DHS watchdog refers its Corey Lewandowski investigation to Justice Department for review
Lewandowski, the first manager on Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, was a top aide to then-Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem before she was fired.
West Little River business owners pushing back on constant construction
LA County Public Health reports first flu deaths of the season
The LA County Department of Public Health confirmed the first two flu-related deaths of the season.
Supreme Court says New Hampshire student IDs can’t be used to vote in November
The high court said a federal judge should not have changed the rules so close to the Nov. 3 election by blocking guidance issued by New Hampshire’ secretary of state.
Netflix’s latest cliff-hanger? Where it’s headed as a business.
The streaming giant has shaken up its staffing and is looking to compete in an evolving entertainment landscape.
Netflix’s latest cliff-hanger? Where it’s headed as a business.
The streaming giant has shaken up its staffing and is looking to compete in an evolving entertainment landscape.
Voices of the Voters: What some New Yorkers think of political alliances
More people now use GLP-1s for weight loss than for other health conditions, research finds
Ramaswamy’s ad splits the GOP in Ohio’s closing stretch: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Black voters play a crucial role in the battle for the Senate.
Gene editing scientists slowed down for safety. Could AI leaders follow their guide?
Some of the leaders of the AI race are calling for a slowdown, for safety's sake. Viewed in economics terms, it's a collective action problem: no one wants to slow down unless everyone does.
MAHA's Calley Means resigns as a top RFK Jr. health adviser
Calley Means, a top advocate for the Make America Healthy Again movement, has resigned from his role a top adviser to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Political experts break down final debate between Rogers, El-Sayed ahead of election
Democrat running for Stefanik's seat says 'my identity is not in politics'
Upstate New York congressional candidate Blake Gendebien (D) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his campaign in New York's North Country and where his priorities fit into the Democratic Party's agenda.
Toledo residents share concerns about long-term health impacts from chemical leak
Exposure risks might have died down, but there are concerns about what living through the chemical leak means for future health outcomes.
Top health adviser and MAHA ally quits Trump admin
Means' departure two weeks before the midterm elections underscores MAHA's discontent with the pace of change on food policy.
Top adviser to Kennedy resigns from Trump administration
Calley Means, a key advocate for the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, had grown frustrated with a lack of progress on his policy goals, a source familiar with his departure said.
Politics: The Midterm Races You Aren’t Hearing About
In just a dozen days, voters across the country will cast their ballots in midterm elections that could shift the balance of power in Washington. A lot of focus has been devoted to the contested races for Congress, with billions of dollars being spent on critical statewide contests and referendums.From governors’ mansions to statehouses to local ballot initiatives, voters will make their voices heard.We gather a panel of experts and zero in on some midterm races that aren’t necessarily making national headlines.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine calls on Vivek Ramaswamy to take down ad featuring opponent’s estranged mother
DeWine, a Republican, said he still endorses Ramaswamy over Democrat Amy Acton in the race to succeed him as Ohio’s governor.
Goldman Sachs spends big to give small businesses an AI boost
The Wall Street giant is committing $500 million to expand its 10,000 Small Businesses program and launch an AI institute, partnering with Google, Meta, OpenAI and Anthropic to bring AI know-how to Main Street. NBC's Christine Romans spoke exclusively with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon and with small businesses figuring out how to make AI work for them.
Judge directs President Trump to sit for deposition in his $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC
Trump had agreed to sit for a deposition on Oct. 16, but it was cancelled for what was described as a “matter of national importance.”
Virginia State Senator L. Louise Lucas charged in public corruption case
The 82-year-old surrendered to authorities to face charges Thursday, the Justice Department said. She was charged along with a half-dozen others.
Nearly $61M pours into Iowa's biggest political races
Donors are spending big as Iowa becomes a 2026 political battleground.
Trump rallying with Senate hopeful Ashley Hinson in Iowa as she pledges to push back on White House
Exclusive: How small businesses are really using AI around the country
Companies nationwide, big and small, are figuring out how best to incorporate AI.
High health costs squeeze workers, even if you have good insurance through a job
About 157 million Americans get their health insurance through work. A survey of employers shows a moderate price uptick this year, but workers still say health costs are a top concern.
Political communications expert discusses Vivek Ramaswamy's controversial ad
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with political communications expert Jacob Neiheisel from the University of Buffalo about Vivek Ramaswamy's controversial ad.
On Main Street, Goldman Sachs makes a big bet on AI
The Wall Street giant says it’s teaming up with OpenAI, Google, Meta and Anthropic to help small businesses embrace artificial intelligence.
Lavender Heights businesses form alliance to push for changes to Sacramento parking rules
Allegheny County's mandate on paid parental leave draws strong reactions from small businesses
Michigan school official, business speak on impact of Toledo chemical leak
Trump’s growing list of campaign pledges: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Witkoff’s praise for Putin draws bipartisan backlash.
Elizabeth Holmes Mania, Netflix Turmoil and a Glee reboot? This week in entertainment with Variety
Yorkville business owner charged with possessing child sexual abuse material
Denver business owner calls for more police action after nearly $8,000 in tools stolen from work van
Georgia business owner, Florida attorney charged in $2-million Ponzi schemes, prosecutors say
Investigators say the metro Atlanta business owner and former prosecutor living in Florida stole around $2 million from investors between 2018 and 2022.
After 75 years serving Monticello and Buffalo, Stellis Health plans to join CentraCare
Stellis Health says its commitment to the communities it serves "isn't changing" as it plans to become part of CentraCare. Shareholders have voted to move forward.
Open enrollment season under way for health insurance, other benefits
New York congressional candidate Brad Lander says he was detained by IDF in the West Bank
Lander, the former New York City comptroller, wrote in a post on X that he was detained by the Israeli Defense Forces while harvesting olives with other volunteers.
Australian politician who was intentionally hit by car loses both her legs
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines, who was intentionally hit by a car in an apparent political attack, has lost both of her legs, her husband said.
Live updates: Trump to rally for Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina
Live updates and the latest news as Trump rallies for Darline Graham in South Carolina and the candidates for Senate in Michigan and Kansas and governor in Wisconsin debate.