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The state's new eighth Congressional District has a big Latino community. But Latino advocates say it does not prioritize diversity.

Researchers use intermediate endpoints like how a drug lowers cholesterol to get a quick sense of whether the drug might improve health. But those shortcuts often don't show true benefits and harms.

The CDC expects the number of confirmed cases of Wuhan coronavirus in the U.S. to increase — but says the overall health risk of disease transmission in the country is low.

Los Angeles Archdiocese Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell was found dead with a gunshot wound at his home. Authorities have arrested the husband of his housekeeper in his killing.

NPR's analysis shows just how stark the impact has been on African-Americans and Latinos. Experts say the pandemic will go on — for everyone — unless we direct resources where they're most needed.

A new congressional map drawn by the courts for Alabama will likely turn one Congressional seat blue. We get reaction from both parties.

Hurricanes, wildfires and floods: Across the country, climate change is driving more severe weather, and many schools are not prepared.

The "independent state legislature theory" could give state legislatures independent power to put in place all manner of election rules, without any available review by state courts.

An astronaut aboard the International Space Station told students at Chiddix Junior High School and the Challenger Learning Center Summer Space Camp that…

Governor J.B. Pritzker visited Rockford on Thursday to announce the new Metra intercity rail project.