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NPR's Leila Fadel talks to George M. Johnson about the memoir, All Boys Aren't Blue, which has become one of the most banned books in the U.S. (Story aired on Morning Edition on Oct. 25, 2022.)

Hurricane Ida and its remnants left a path of destruction from Louisiana to the Northeast. Communities are assessing the damage, and prepping for a hurricane season that hasn't reached its peak.

An effective treatment for opioid addiction is easier to get after the Biden administration changed rules. That's making a difference for some people battling opioid use disorder, but access is still limited.

A judge issues an order to stop Trump's latest attempt to deploy the National Guard to Oregon. And, the Supreme Court opens a new term with justices tackling cases testing presidential power.

Japan's parliament has approved a law allowing Emperor Akihito to abdicate. Last year, Akihito — in oblique language — asked permission to do so, citing his advanced age and poor health.

Sen. Dick Durbin on Wednesday urged his Republican colleagues to vote against defunding public media, citing WGLT’s election events as one example of how local stations serve their communities.

NPR's Ivan Watson reports on the ship suspected of carrying scores of child slaves from the West African country of Benin. Early today officials boarded the ship, but found no sign of the children.

A state official flashed her credentials and powerful connections after a traffic stop involving her daughter. She profanely told a policeman to shut up. She no longer holds the post.

Leo A. Kiesewetter, 92, of Normal, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington.

An Illinois state body that reviews possible release for incarcerated people saw its operations grind to a halt this week because the Illinois State Senate declined to confirm two appointees and a third appointee abruptly resigned.