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LA County drops charges against election software executive, citing 'potential bias'
The abrupt reversal of charges marks the end of a case that prominent election deniers cited as evidence of foul play in American elections.
NPR NewsNPR NewsRussia is retreating, so why is the U.S. nudging Ukraine to compromise?
Russia says it's withdrawing from the southern city of Kherson, but Ukraine says it's not seeing a pullout. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is asking Ukraine to show a willingness to negotiate.
NPR NewsDemocrat Eric Sorensen's win keeps Illinois House seat with Democrats
Former TV weatherman Eric Sorensen has won the Illinois House seat being vacated by fellow Democrat Cheri Bustos, defeating Republican challenger Esther Joy King.
NPR NewsA new climate reality is taking shape as renewables become widespread
New York Times science writer David Wallace-Wells says the cost of solar and wind energy has fallen dramatically. Nevertheless, we're still facing painful, long-lasting changes to the planet.
NPR NewsMontana voters reject so-called 'Born Alive' ballot measure
Montana voters rejected a referendum proponents said was necessary to protect survivors of botched abortions. Opponents called it redundant to infanticide laws already on the books.
NPR NewsWhat Russia's announced pullout from Kherson means for the war in Ukraine
Russia says it's withdrawing from Kherson to the east bank of the Dnipro River. Here's what it means for the war in Ukraine.
NPR NewsA man has been charged in connection with a threat to synagogues in New Jersey
An 18-year-old is accused of posting a broad online threat that spurred heightened security at Jewish synagogues and schools in New Jersey.
NPR NewsAfter wins at the ballot, abortion rights groups want to 'put this to the people'
Victories in several states this year have abortion rights advocates looking at where they can next take the fight directly to voters.
NPR NewsWorkers at HarperCollins Publishers begin strike
Unionized workers at one of the largest publishing companies in the country started an indefinite strike today. They are asking for better pay and a stronger commitment to diversity from the company.
NPR NewsA Pussy Riot member describes what Brittney Griner can expect in Russian penal colony
Maria Alyokhina was sent to a penal colony as a member of the feminist punk collective. Authorities "teach you how to forget your right to choose," she says. She urges Griner "to not forget yourself."
NPR NewsInflation cools in October and stocks rally on signs the pain of high prices may ease
Consumer prices in October were up 7.7% from a year ago. That's a slower pace of inflation than September's rate of 8.2%. And price hikes between September and October were smaller than expected.
NPR NewsItaly has been a strong supporter of Ukraine — but that is starting to change
Though Italy's new prime minister vows to continue the country's staunch support for Ukraine, much of the public is critical of Italian weapons deliveries and analysts say the government may waver.
NPR NewsMore older Americans become homeless as inflation rises and housing costs spike
In Montana and across the nation, homeless shelters report the worrisome trend that seniors are a growing proportion of their residents.
NPR NewsUganda ends school year early as it tries to contain growing Ebola outbreak
Since the outbreak began in September, eight children have died — and there is no approved vaccine. But doctors are hopeful that public health measures may be enough to stop the spread.
NPR NewsLive: 2022 election updates and results
Nov. 8 was the final voting day of the 2022 election. Key Senate, House and gubernatorial races are on the line. Follow NPR's live coverage and results as they come in.
NPR News'Vogue' has 'an easy case' in lawsuit against Drake and 21 Savage, experts say
The magazine's publisher is suing the two Grammy award-winning artists for releasing a parody Vogue issue to promote their new album.
NPR NewsHow the $2 billion Powerball jackpot winner should protect their newfound wealth
Winning the lottery is a dream to many. But if you were to possess a winning lottery ticket in reality, experts say there are a number of things you should do to protect yourself.
NPR NewsThe midterms went better than expected for Biden. Now he's traveling to Asia
President Biden leaves Thursday for a series of major summits with foreign leaders. And in Bali, he'll meet face-to-face with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
NPR NewsAs Harvard's endowment abandons fossil fuels, oil-rich University of Texas catches up
Royalties on oil and natural gas, along with lease payments on millions of acres of land, are helping the University of Texas, which is in second place, narrow the gap with Harvard.
NPR NewsA transgender beauty influencer was put in a men's jail after her arrest in Miami
The incarceration of trans woman Nikita Dragun in a men's jail is part of a much wider trend of transgender individuals being placed in jails and prisons that don't align with their gender identity.
NPR NewsHere are 3 dangerous climate tipping points the world is on track for
Global leaders are negotiating about how to cut greenhouse gas emissions as quickly as possible. Scientists say every passing day, and every tenth of a degree, makes a big difference.
NPR NewsSome Twitter users flying the coop hope Mastodon will be a safe landing
Now that Elon Musk owns Twitter, some of the social network's users are looking for alternatives. One that's ballooned in the past two weeks is Mastodon.
NPR NewsRising prices are on the menu for Thanksgiving this year
With Thanksgiving just two weeks away, food and family are on many people's minds. But turkey and travel will carry a hefty price tag this year, in another sign of high inflation.
NPR NewsDeli meats and cheeses have been linked to a listeria outbreak in 6 states
A listeria outbreak has led to 16 infections and one death across six states, with New York having the most cases. The CDC has not yet pinpointed specific products that could be causing the outbreak.
NPR NewsHurricane Nicole is expected to make landfall on the Florida coast Wednesday
The storm is leaving the Bahamas and was about 75 miles from West Palm Beach, Florida as of Wednesday evening, the National Hurricane Center said.
NPR NewsCMA Awards honor Loretta Lynn while Luke Combs wins album of the year
The Country Music Association held its annual awards on Wednesday night by having some of the genre's biggest stars pay tribute to the late country queen Loretta Lynn.
NPR NewsA day after Election Day, here's where things stand
We're now in the post-Election Day phase of election season — with House and Senate control unknown. Here's what we know — and don't know — about some key races.
NPR NewsWhat is a runoff election? Let's break down what's happening in Georgia
The race between Georgia incumbent Sen. Raphael Warnock and Republican Herschel Walker is too close to call and will go to a runoff election this December. What does that mean?
NPR NewsRep. Kevin McCarthy has announced his bid for House Speaker
House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy has officially announced his intention to run for Speaker of the House.
NPR NewsFlorida braces for Hurricane Nicole, a rare November storm
The storm strengthened into a hurricane on Wednesday after pounding the Bahamas, as U.S. officials ordered evacuations that included former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago club.