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Biden administration stimulus money pledged billions in funding for public works projects across the U.S. But contractors say they can't find enough workers to fix all the roads and bridges.

An economic impact study commissioned by the Inter-University Council of Ohio finds that Ohio’s 14 public universities have an outsized impact on the state's economy, including in Northeast Ohio.

"Love & Friendship," a new comedy of manners set in 18th century England, opens this weekend. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with actress Kate Beckinsale, who plays Lady Susan Vernon.

He never imagined he could make it to the Olympics, but 28-year-old fencer Jason Pryor will be competing at this summer's games in Rio de Janeiro. He's ranked No. 1 in the U.S. in men's epee fencing.

The Jamaican seized the title of "world's fastest man" for an unprecedented third time. In the men's 400, South African Wayde van Niekerk was not only a surprise winner — he set a world record.

David Greene talks to Pulitzer Prize-winning author Joby Warrick about what the candidates will face when it comes to ISIS, and as president, what they might do to protect national security.

Fashion styles are churned out more frequently than ever, giving us more opportunities to buy. But this "fast fashion" trend increases trash — and some groups are trying to slow down the cycle.

A young woman reads an inspiring memoir and goes off to Afghanistan to help out. But what good can she possibly do? NPR's Scott Simon talks to Amy Waldman about her new novel, A Door in the Earth.

The Catholic church is facing another crisis over sexual abuse by clergy. David Greene talks to Jesuit priest Thomas Reese of Religion News Service about the implications.

Ohio lawmakers failed to reach a state budget agreement by the midnight deadline, missing the mark for a spending deal for the new two-year cycle. Because…