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Families with rare gene mutations that cause Alzheimer's in middle age are giving scientists a unique window on the disease, and a quick way to test potential treatments.

A new Bay FC facility is coming to Treasure Island, bringing opportunity — and uncertainty — for longtime residents.

NPR's Michel Martin asks retired Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery for his thoughts on the departure of John Phelan < > from his role as Secretary of the Navy.

Against the backdrop of an energy crisis and a warming planet, more than 50 countries have come to Santa Marta, Colombia, to discuss concrete ways to phase out oil, gas and coal.

Wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes and floods fueled by manmade climate change are changing the housing industry. That's because people are embracing prefab homes that can withstand extreme weather.

President Trump insists Iran is looking to make a deal but questions remain about how the war will end.

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved a contract extension Tuesday for Flock Safety to continue running a network of automatic license plate readers in the county's unincorporated communities.

The American Psychiatric Association says too few patients can access comprehensive mental health care in the United States. It welcomes new investments in improving access to evidence-based care.

This year's winner in NPR's College Podcast Challenge is a letter to a grandparent that grapples with health issues including dementia. It's the story of a family learning to talk about hard things.

The Alabama Legislature has spent the week debating the state's congressional maps. Democratic lawmakers have argued their voting powers are being diluted because of a Supreme Court ruling.

Southeast Asian countries are voicing concern about President Trump and the war with Iran.

The Star Trek Enterprise evoked Americans' sense of adventure and a utopian vision of humanity. It's part of NPR's 250th anniversary series "America in Pursuit."