In Savings and Trust, historian Justene Hill Edwards tells the story of the Freedman’s Bank. Created for formerly enslaved people following the Civil War, its collapse cost depositors millions. Read More
When people can’t sleep, they tend to take extreme measures to correct the issue. But that only makes sleep problems worse, say experts. Here are 5 bad habits to avoid when recovering from poor sleep. (Image credit: Shirley Chong for NPR) Read More
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point. How much further rates fall could depend on how President-elect Trump approaches his second term. (Image credit: Anna Moneymaker) Read More
The former president’s pending return to the White House could alter the very nature of Medicare, the nearly 60-year-old federal health care program. (Image credit: Jenny Kane) Read More
In 2021, Tanden was nominated to lead the Office of Management and Budget, but she withdrew her nomination after coming under fire from members of Congress. (Image credit: Win McNamee) Read More
The billionaire businessman has spent weeks campaigning relentlessly for Donald Trump. That dedication could lead to major benefits for him and his companies. (Image credit: Anna Moneymaker) Read More
Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory, saying he is ready to engage with the United States. (Image credit: Maxim Shipenkov) Read More
With McCormick’s victory, Republicans have expanded their Senate majority in the next Congress to 53 seats, with two races still to be called. (Image credit: Anna Moneymaker) Read More
Control of the House is still too close to call, according to the Associated Press. Here’s a running list of races that are still outstanding. Read More
More than 10,000 residents have been ordered to evacuate since the blaze began on Wednesday.Read More