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The office of lieutenant governor in North Carolina doesn't come with much power, but it's often a stepping stone for leaders who eventually run for governor.

The Washington Monument was seriously damaged by an earthquake last summer that left hunks of stone lying around the base of obelisk. Months later, National Park Service officials are finalizing a plan for repairs, but the structure will remain closed for at least another year.

It's known as the quiet period — the SEC-mandated time before an initial public offering when a company's top officials have to avoid anything close to hype. And with Facebook's IPO expected next week, CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his colleagues are pretty much staying mum.

The impeachments of the country's president and then acting-president worsen the nation's political turmoil, deepen its economic uncertainty and hurt its international image.

Illinois became the 37th state to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment this week. NPR's Scott Simon talks to state Sen. Scott Surovell of Virginia about the likelihood of ratifying in his state.

Leavitt held her first press briefing Tuesday, becoming the youngest person to ever hold the job of White House press secretary. Trump previously stated he has "utmost confidence she will excel."

Tito Jackson, a founding member of legendary pop group The Jackson 5, has died. He was 70 years old.

The trial of singer R Kelly on charges of trafficking, abuse, and racketeering begins Monday. Kelly is accused of abusing women and girls in a pattern going back years.

Alabama GOP Sen. Katie Britt and Texas Rep. Mónica De La Cruz delivered rebuttals to Biden's speech focusing on immigration, crime, inflation and national security.

New details are emerging about Friday's incident when a man scaled a fence and reached the White House before the Secret Service subdued him. The incident is prompting questions about lax security.

NPR's Scott Simon asks New York University law professor Ryan Goodman why he thinks the redacted Mueller report points to collusion and what he feels the odds of an obstruction of justice case are.

A helicopter with the Iranian president on board made a "hard landing," according to state-run media.

The report doesn't materially change the controversy or reveal new facts. It is a reminder of a bad decision that has been a weight on Clinton's campaign since before she announced she was running.

A new report from the International Atomic Energy Agency details the covert program, which ran until 2003. But experts say the findings are unlikely to derail Iran's nuclear deal with world powers.

Schumer took issue both with the president's legal team arguing he has the authority to self-pardon and Trump calling special counsel Robert Mueller's probe "unconstitutional."

After the stunning news that President Trump's former lawyer pleaded guilty, Republican lawmakers downplayed the news and Democrats waved off renewed calls for impeachment.

President-elect Trump nominated Bessent, a former protégé of George Soros to be his next treasury secretary.

The death of a beloved musician often reverberates across the pop charts, as fans turn to streaming services, retailers and request lines to pay tribute. That's what's happening with Ozzy Osbourne.

NPR talks with Jose Ralat, the taco editor at Texas Monthly, about the best tacos in the state.

To make the cut, the tournament's ball boys and girls undergo months of rigorous training. They must remain stock-still during play, roll a perfect roll and bounce a perfect bounce. They must also have impeccable manners and complete command of the rules of the game.