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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced tough questions from senators about a lead poisoning crisis in public schools in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

An announcement of famine — as has now happened regarding Gaza — is a complicated decision. Here's what must be considered before such a declaration is made.

The Jewish high holidays, a two-week period of reflection, celebration and atonement, is taking place as the ongoing Middle East conflict escalates. The Rabbi of Bloomington-Normal's only synagogue said the best way to support differences of opinion about the war within her congregation is to listen.

If you enjoy humor found in unusual places ... if you enjoy sorting through public documents ... if you enjoy bluegrass music, then this show might just be for you. It's called "FOIA Love."

A trio of Latina congresswomen are seeking second terms from Pacific Northwest voters. The region is often presumed to be a reliable blue pocket, but down-ballot races are a stronger shade of purple.

The Southern Nevada Water Authority has investigators who patrol Las Vegas neighborhoods in search of wasted water.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman Margaret Stewart about the latest developments in a series of windswept fires burning in the Los Angeles metro area.

The National Park Service faced a deadline this week to address signs that "inappropriately disparage" historical figures. One target is George Washington's house in Philadelphia, where he held enslaved people.

Bloomington Fire Department brought back its requirement for applicants to hold a paramedic license and received grant money toward social service outreach positions. The department said it's too early to tell if adding a fourth shift is attracting more qualified applicants.

NPR's Scott Simon asks Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha about his new collection, "Forest of Noise," and about the conflict in Gaza.