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Most streets that were closed across the nation so people could get outside more have since reopened. But some permanent closures, such as in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, are wildly popular.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with economist Emily Oster about her Atlantic article, "Let's Declare a Pandemic Amnesty" and her call for grace.

Rumors, misinformation and conspiracy theories were rampant on right-wing social media before verifiable information came out about the gunman who killed 21 people at a Texas elementary school.

Police officers and their families are gathered in Washington for National Police Week. Scott Simon speaks with Congresswoman Val Demings, a former police officer, about the state of policing.

New videos released by the Justice Department depict a chaotic scene at the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, particularly against the police officers there to defend the building and its occupants.

A Michigan man aims to bring high-speed internet to a rural community. It's a place where broadband is a lifeline for many, but neighbors are often stuck with slow dial-up connections.

After repairs were completed this summer, a restored ballfield in one of Puerto Rico's poorest towns had become a symbol of progress in the face of tragedy. Hurricane Fiona dealt a setback.

The White House said President Biden and Vice President Harris spoke with Cherelle Griner on Wednesday, as more of the WNBA star's supporters publicly petition him to do more to secure her release.

The new journal Scientific African was launched to provide a prejudice-free platform for research from African scientists. And it's already winning awards.

The region is recovering after a massive storm dumped more than 9 inches of rain. People and animals are staying in makeshift shelters while the flash flooding recedes.

The House Democrats' $1.9 billion security plan includes more than $730 million to reimburse the National Guard and other agencies for the Jan. 6 attacks. It's fate is unclear in the Senate.

Emergency management officials in Madison County said four were injured in addition to those killed when the tornado touched down southwest of Des Moines.