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On Message: What Obama's Saying (And What He's Not) About Sequester

The key players in Washington seem unable even to define the terms around the debate, much less find a way to stop the automatic government spending cuts set to begin Friday. So today, we're taking a deeper look at the words of President Obama and House Speaker John Boehner

Staying safe during storms with lightning

It’s almost storm season in Northeast Texas, and with storms comes high winds, and another killer, lightning. When’s a good time to go indoors? What are…

Arrests made following storage-space break-ins

Less than two weeks after the theft, sheriff's department makes busts.Delta County Sheriff Ricky Smith reported Wednesday the county had four in custody…

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg speaks to the media outside the White House after meeting with Vice President Joe Biden on Wednesday to discuss the administration's proposals to reduce gun violence.

For Bloomberg, Guns (Like Big Sodas) Are A Health Issue

The victory of the candidate backed by Michael Bloomberg's anti-gun superPAC in an Illinois primary was more than just another achievement on the gun control front. It was one more win in Bloomberg's unique assault on what he views as the public health problems of our time.

Elba Esther Gordillo waves during the ceremony of the National Police Day in Mexico City, on June 2, 2012.

Mexico's Larger-Than-Life Teachers Union Chief Will Remain Behind Bars

Elba Esther Gordillo, president of the influential teachers union, was denied bail. She stands accused of embezzling $160 million of union funds.

NPR's Steve Henn works from his Silicon Valley home. He says his fragmented schedule allows him to fit in time with his daughters. "It works for me because, in the end, the hours balance out — and I am in control of my time," he says.

Does Working From Home Work? It Helps If You Like Your Teammates

Marissa Mayer's decision to ban working from home at Yahoo has sparked a debate about the effectiveness of teleworking. NPR's Steve Henn, who works a fragmented schedule from his Silicon Valley home, says research on what works is mixed, but success largely depends on the job and whom you're collaborating with.

Iran Nuclear Talks Set Stage For Future Bargaining

Another round of talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program ended Wednesday in Kazakhstan. There were no breakthroughs but Iran's envoy suggested cooperation is possible on at least one of the item in the latest offer from the P-5 plus Germany.

Army Pfc. Bradley Manning (right) is escorted out of a courthouse in Fort Meade, Md., on June 25, 2012. His lawyer announced that Manning, who is accused of leaking classified information to WikiLeaks, had agreed to plead guilty to lesser charges.

Bradley Manning Says He Leaked Classified Info To 'Spark A Domestic Debate'

The Army private is accused of leaking an unprecedented amount of classified materials. He was arrested in 2010 and is awaiting trial.

Democrats Move To Reinstate Assault Weapons Ban

The Senate held its first hearing on an assault weapons ban Wednesday, with activists pushing for tighter gun regulations sharing a table with gun-rights activists. They are seizing on public outrage over the December gun massacre at a school in Connecticut.

Princeton University To Give Away Free Homes

The old houses, which have been used as offices, need to be taken off campus property to make room for a new art and transit project. Prospective owners will need to "pick up" their new home. While the houses are free, delivery is not included in the offer.

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