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Democrats and Republicans agree that Congress should tighten gun laws by passing universal background checks and red flag laws and require gun licenses as well as increase funding for mental health.

With two bills up for debate in the House this week aiming to stop surprise billing, research finds the average surprise bill post-surgery exceeds $2,000.

The question would have likely lowered census response rates in some areas, according to the Census Bureau's final report on its experiment testing public reaction to the controversial inquiry.

It's Tuesday, September 10, 2019...It is the 253rd day of the year.112 days remain until the end of the year.13 days until autumn begins175 days until…

The virus pandemic comes at a vulnerable time for the Britain's overburdened public health care system.

The mayor of Brownsville, Texas, was told to expect close to 6,000 migrants released in the Rio Grande Valley this week. A local shelter has been taking in hundreds each day.

As social distancing becomes common practice because of the new coronavirus, people are finding ways to stay connected and fight isolation.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La. and a physician, about congressional efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic.

It's Oatmeal Monday!Today is Monday, the 10th of February of 2020.It is the 41st day of the year.325 days remain until the end of the year.38 days until…

The first-ever NPR Student Podcast challenge has closed, with nearly 6,000 entries from all 50 states. As you might expect, students these days have a lot to say.

President Trump proposed steep cuts to foreign aid and other programs in his budget for fiscal year 2021. The blueprint is expected to be declared dead on arrival in Congress.

The White House task force announced stricter recommendations for at least the next 15 days to stop the spread of the pandemic.