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A truck sits in still water after Hurricane Laura swept through Cameron Parish, La. The hurricane inflicted at least $8 billion in damage to southwest Louisiana when it hit in late August.

Undisclosed: Most Homebuyers And Renters Aren't Warned About Flood Or Wildfire Risk

Wildfires and floods threaten tens of millions of properties in the U.S. But most Americans get little or no information about climate risks when they move.

Missouri Faces Redistricting System Showdown In Upcoming Election

A first of its kind in the nation redistricting system is being second guessed on this year's ballot in Missouri.

Voters cast their ballots in Missouri's primary election on August 4, 2020 at Gambrinus Hall in St Louis, Missouri. In November, voters will decide on Amendment 3 which would change the state's approach to redistricting.

In An Expensive And Partisan Missouri Redistricting Fight, Voters Get The Final Say

A first of its kind in the nation redistricting system is being second-guessed on this year's ballot in Missouri and may be replaced with a second unprecedented system.

A demonstrator carries an "I am Samuel" sign as people gather Sunday in Place de la République in Paris to pay tribute to slain history teacher Samuel Paty. Similar rallies took place in other French cities as the country reels from the attack.

After Brutal Beheading, Rallies Erupt Across France To Honor Slain Teacher

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in solidarity in French cities on Sunday as the number of people detained in connection with the history teacher's beheading reportedly rose to 11.

How Harwood Institute's Founder Wants To Heal America's Divides

NPR's Michel Martin talks with author Rich Harwood about his experiences working to help communities heal from loss and deep divisions — and how it relates to our current moment.

Destructive wildfires are on the rise in the United States. More than 40 million Americans live in zones at high risk because towns and cities have increasingly expanded into fire-prone landscapes.

Is Your Home At Risk Of Wildfire In A Changing Climate? 6 Questions To Ask

More and more Americans now live in wildfire-prone landscapes and have no idea of the perils they face. Here's how to find out.

Floods are the most deadly and expensive natural disaster in the U.S. And yet, in most parts of the country, it's easy to move into a flood-prone building and not even know you're in harm's way.

Moving? 6 Questions To Ask About Flood Risk In A Changing Climate

You're looking for a new place to live. You know that fires and floods might be a problem, especially with climate change, but how much do you really know about your risk?

"The Writing On The Wall" art installation projects writings by incarcerated people onto the sides of buildings, such as The New York State Supreme Court Building, above.

'The Writing On The Wall' Finds Poetry Behind Bars, Projects It Onto Buildings

"Look at all the wisdom, look at all the heart that is imprisoned in our society," says Hank Willis Thomas, cofounder of the art installation project.

Mail-in ballots that need to be reviewed because of signature discrepancies sit in boxes at the Miami-Dade County Elections Department in Doral, Fla., on Oct. 15. Signature problems are a frequent reason that ballots are rejected, though many states allow voters to fix those problems before Election Day.

Race For A (Ballot) Cure: The Scramble To Fix Absentee-Ballot Problems

Hundreds of thousands of mail-in ballots could be rejected because of small mistakes. Many groups are rushing to help voters "cure" their ballots so they can be counted.

U.S. Coronavirus Cases Surging Toward A Third Peak

Raging outbreaks in the Midwest and Great Plains are driving the numbers, but every region of the country is showing growth in new infections.

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