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Columbus Hospitals See Increase in Patients; Swine Flu to Blame

Columbus Children's Hospital says it's seeing up to 600 kids a day in its emergency department. But it is not the only hospital in the city to report an…

The book "Fantasyland" lays out the long history that has led to fringe political conspiracy theories like birtherism, seen on display in the billboard pictured here, in Colorado. In this 2009 photo, Obama supporter Mary Schaeffer argues with Obama critic Gary Henderson in front of the controversial sign.

Has America Lost Its Mind?

Kurt Andersen: "Fantasyland: How America Went Haywire, A 500-Year History"

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence stands with his hand over his heart as U.S. Army soldiers carry the flag-draped transfer case containing the remains of U.S. Army Ranger Sgt. Joshua P. Rodgers during a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base on April 28, 2017 in Dover, Delaware. Sgt. Rogers, of Bloomington, Illinois, and Sgt. Cameron H. Thomas, of Kettering, Ohio, were U.S. Army soldiers killed while conducting a joint U.S.-Afghan raid in Nangarhar Province.

How Will America's Longest War End?

It's been 16 years since the war in Afghanistan started.

A general view shows the guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain with a hole on its left portside after a collision with oil tanker, outside Changi naval base in Singapore on August 21, 2017.
Ten US sailors were missing and five injured early on August 21 after their destroyer collided with a tanker east of Singapore, the second accident involving an American warship in two months.

For Those In Peril On The Sea

Why have there been so many accidents involving U.S. Navy ships recently?

Band Of Brothers: The X Ambassadors On Pushing An Agenda Through Music

Also known as the band behind that catchy Jeep commercial song.

A gun store customer holds a National Armory AR-15 Battle Entry Assault Rifle in January 2013, as new gun control measures were being debated.

Why Can't We Talk About Guns?

As the arguments on all sides get more intense and more personal, how can we keep the debate civil, and useful?

President Donald Trump gives the thumbs-up sitting inside an American-made fire truck as Vice President Mike Pence looks on during a "Made in America" product showcase at the White House.

Friday News Roundup - Domestic

If the news this week has left you with questions, you're not alone.

Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof spoke about Senate Bill 1 at a legislative preview hosted by the Ohio Associated Press.

Ohio Senate Republicans Take Aim at 'Burdensome' Regulations

Ohio Republicans have made it a top priority this legislative session to cut state regulatory restrictions. Senate Bill 1 calls for a 30 percent...

U.S. life expectancy is going up. Think how many more news quizzes you can do!

When the news gets too heavy, the quiz is forced to turn to pop culture questions — so there are a lot this week. Let's see how you do!

Do you have memories of Pope Francis to share? Send them our way

Pope Francis, one of the most popular popes in decades, has died. As the world mourns and reflects on his legacy, NPR would like to hear your stories.

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