Here & Now

As Graham Platner 'takes time to reflect,' Maine Dems weigh their options in key Senate race 07.07.2026 6:12 ↓

Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate candidate running against Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins, has been accused of rape.

How heat worsens air quality 07.07.2026 6:52 ↓

More than 150 million people in the United States live in areas affected by harmful levels of air pollution.

Conservationists are working hard to save the endangered frosted flatwoods salamander 06.07.2026 5:32 ↓

When a species is facing extinction, it takes an enormous human effort to stave it off.

Tree laws raise legal, philosophical questions for homeowners 06.07.2026 3:34 ↓

Many towns have regulations about when a homeowner can cut down their own trees.

Historian reflects on 250 years of American democracy, political crisis and reinvention 06.07.2026 11:05 ↓

Historian Heather Cox Richardson sees a current, unparalleled "attempt to dismantle our democracy."

He's trained in spotting deepfakes. Now, he says he doesn't trust his own eyes 06.07.2026 9:46 ↓

Professor Hany Farid said deepfakes have become so good that they're evading tools he created to spot them.

What to know about new changes to student loans 06.07.2026 5:26 ↓

These changes could impact repayment plans.

Miracle fields strike out barriers for players with disabilities 06.07.2026 3:44 ↓

So-called miracle fields are constructed with rubberized turf that accommodates wheelchairs and assistive devices.

Number of immigration arrests rising in what's called a 'major surge 06.07.2026 6:13 ↓

Federal agents have been working overtime in the past week to double the recent rate of immigration arrests.

Anthropic's Fable and Mythos are back on the market. What does it mean for AI and national security? 06.07.2026 5:37 ↓

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the company “agreed to proactively detect and address security risks associated with the models."

Former firefighter reflects on death of fire crew in Colorado 06.07.2026 9:31 ↓

A joint memorial service was held Sunday for three wildland firefighters who died last week along the Utah-Colorado border.

How Trump's Fourth of July speech compares with past presidents 06.07.2026 5:16 ↓

President Trump delivered a speech on Saturday to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's independence that was openly political and included partisan attacks against Democrats.

Do young Detroiters listen to Motown music? 06.07.2026 5:32 ↓

The music of Motown Records was formative to a generation of Detroiters.

Suspended suspension: FIFA allows Team USA’s Folarin Balogun's back on the pitch 06.07.2026 6:06 ↓

Balogun received the controversial red card last week in the team’s win over Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Hundreds of thousands gather for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral in Iran 06.07.2026 5:19 ↓

In Tehran on Monday, Iranians thronged the funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike in February.

Why the Turtle submarine represents the best of American ingenuity 03.07.2026 5:46 ↓

Former President George Washington called it "an effort of genius."

Revolutionary reenactor on the nuances of the nation's 250th birthday 03.07.2026 9:48 ↓

Revolutionary reenactor Jeremiah Poope took host Robin Young on an 11-stop tour of some of Boston's most iconic revolutionary landmarks

Presidential historians reflect on the Fourth of July 03.07.2026 11:42 ↓

How should we celebrate this imperfect union at a time that feels so divisive?

America may be turning 250, but it's only been 160 years since slavery was abolished 03.07.2026 3:53 ↓

America is celebrating it's 250th anniversary this year, but its only been about 160 years since the 13th Amendment was passed, abolishing slavery.

Artist and activist Ai Weiwei talks 'On Censorship' essay 03.07.2026 10:50 ↓

Acclaimed artist and activist Ai Weiwei has often encountered censorship and surveillance throughout his career.

What's happening in the Round of 16 in the World Cup? 03.07.2026 5:35 ↓

There are just three spots left in the Round of 16. Can Cape Verde continue its magical run?

America is turning 250. How is Washington, D.C., celebrating? 03.07.2026 5:05 ↓

How does this big birthday compare to the bicentennial?

Ted Landsmark was attacked with an American flag 50 years ago. What does the flag mean to him now? 03.07.2026 9:13 ↓

In 1976, a white man attacked a young Black lawyer with an American flag in downtown Boston.

OpenAI floats a potential government stake 03.07.2026 4:25 ↓

OpenAI is discussing giving a 5% stake in the company to the U.S. government.

How are Indigenous communities feeling about America's 250th birthday? 03.07.2026 3:40 ↓

The U.S. is preparing to celebrate its 150th Fourth of July this weekend.