Nation Oct 01 Florida residents take stock of damage as rescues continue after Ian In the wake of Hurricane Ian, at least 34 people have been confirmed dead — including 27 in Florida — a number that is expected to increase. As damage estimates grow, Ian may become one of the costliest storms in…
Nation Sep 30 Crews work to help those hit by Hurricane Ian in Florida as storm moves into Carolinas Hurricane Ian is back on shore after its second landfall on the U.S. mainland. The storm struck near Georgetown, South Carolina Friday afternoon with winds of 85 mph, heavy rain and surging waves. In its wake, officials in Florida confirmed…
Nation Sep 29 Hurricane Ian leaves behind catastrophic damage after tearing through Florida Hurricane Ian left behind massive damage and widespread power outages after tearing through Florida. President Biden declared the storm a major disaster, paving the way for federal funds to support rescue and rebuilding efforts. After crossing the Florida Peninsula, the…
Nation Sep 28 Hurricane Ian slams Florida’s west coast as Category 4 storm with 150 mph winds Hurricane Ian blasted ashore Wednesday afternoon near Fort Myers, Florida and the damage is likely to be catastrophic. At landfall, its sustained winds hit 150 mph after pulling power from the gulf's warm waters. John Yang reports.
Nation Sep 21 Details of New York attorney general’s lawsuit against Trump and his children New York state sued former President Trump, his three eldest children and his company alleging business fraud. The civil lawsuit claims they inflated Trump's net worth by billions of dollars by exaggerating the value of his key real estate properties.
Nation Sep 06 Legal implications of decision to appoint special master to review Trump documents Former President Trump scored a legal victory when a federal judge announced she would appoint an outside legal expert to review files seized by law enforcement from Mar-a-Lago. John Yang discussed the legal implications of the decision with Barbara McQuade,…
Education Sep 01 Long-term effects of COVID school shutdowns become apparent as students return to class The long-term impact of school shutdowns and remote learning during the pandemic is becoming apparent as students return to the classroom. New test results show a significant drop in scores and learning for elementary school-aged children. NPR education reporter Anya…
Nation Sep 01 U.S. military focuses recruiting efforts on video-game playing teenagers The U.S. Military is intensifying its efforts to meet young people where they spend their time: online and on their devices. But, as John Yang reports, there are critics who say these new recruiting methods also raise new concerns.
Science Aug 30 Flooding, treatment plant failure leaves Jackson, Mississippi without drinking water Mississippi's capital city is coping with a water crisis after a treatment plant broke down, leaving thousands without drinkable water. The governor declared a state of emergency and asked the National Guard to help distribute water to Jackson's 180,000 residents…
Nation Aug 26 What we know about newly unsealed documents used in the search of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home An affidavit supporting the August search of the former President Trump's Florida estate was made public on Friday. The U.S. Justice Department released a heavily redacted copy of the 32-page document. Among other things, it says 15 boxes of material…