World Jul 03 Russia claims control of Lysychansk, a pivotal city in eastern Ukraine Russia on Sunday claimed full control of the eastern Ukrainian city of Lysychansk, though Ukrainian President Zelenskyy insisted fierce fighting there is not over yet. The city is the last major Ukrainian stronghold in the Luhansk province. If Lysychansk is…
Nation Jul 03 How Americans view their country and identity The Declaration of Independence's words are timeless, "we hold these truths to be self-evident." But in this time of stark divisions, is it self-evident what it means to be American? Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, we reached out…
Health Jun 18 Scarcity of tampon products drives consumer frustration Tampons are the latest addition to the growing list of out-of-stock items in states all across the country. Supply chain woes have left many shelves sparse, and the products have become more expensive, making it equally hard to find affordable…
Politics Jun 08 How to watch the Jan. 6 hearings The Jan. 6 committee is laying out findings from their nearly yearlong investigation into the 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Here's a quick guide on how to watch the next hearings.
Politics May 18 Breaking down the primary results and what they mean for midterm elections On Tuesday, the busiest primary day so far of the 2022 midterm elections, there were mixed results for Republican candidates endorsed by former President Trump. And for Democrats, several races provided the first true test of what the party’s message…
Politics May 18 Abortion access becomes central issue in Pennsylvania's race for governor Abortion access is now a key issue in races across the U.S. after news the Supreme Court is on the verge of overturning Roe v. Wade. But the stakes are especially high in Pennsylvania, where two candidates with sharply divided…
Politics May 15 Why a key Pennsylvania primary race could set the tone for candidates nationwide The race to fill the open Senate seat in Pennsylvania could be an early test of the Democrats' new messaging strategy. It's already one of the most hotly-contested elections this year. Lisa Dejardins reports.
Nation May 05 Abortion providers face uncertain future with expected Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade ruling The draft opinion that was leaked from the U.S. Supreme Court could have enormous implications, especially for abortion providers in 26 states where new restrictions or outright bans would go into effect. Dr. Sarah Traxler in St. Paul, Minnesota, who…
Health May 03 How Congress could wield its power to affect abortion law nationally As Democrats and Republicans react to the leaked Supreme Court draft on reproductive rights, we take a look at how a potential end of Roe is being navigated on Capitol Hill. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff to discuss.
Politics Apr 29 New polling data suggests a struggle for Democrats in the upcoming midterm elections A new PBS NewsHour/NPR/Marist poll is out Friday and it has good news for Republicans, but indicates a rocky road ahead for President Biden and Democrats as the midterm election season swings into gear. Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff to…