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Michigan Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Michigan midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Florida Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Florida midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Texas Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Texas midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Science fiction writer John Scalzi discusses his novel 'Monsters of Ohio'
In a small town in Ohio, farm animals and people start turning into monsters. But somehow they seem happier that way, in John Scalzi's novel "Monsters of Ohio." He talks to NPR's Ayesha Rascoe.
Politics chat: Data centers are on everyone's minds going into Election Day
With days until Election Day, polls show momentum for Democratic candidates and bipartisan distaste for data centers.
What NPR's senior political correspondent is watching for on Election Night
An NPR senior political editor/correspondent tells us what he will be looking out for as results roll in on Election Day.
As Election Day nears, a look at the big money, tight polls, and closing themes in the Texas Senate race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton
AdImpact Politics reports that when you add up the amount of ad spending in both the general election and the primaries, the Texas Senate race is now the most expensive non-presidential race on record — with ad spending reaching $544.5 million.
It's ACA open enrollment time. Here are the changes for health insurance shoppers
The ACA health insurance marketplaces — find yours at HealthCare.gov — open Nov. 1 for 2027 coverage. Getting an early start may be especially important this year.
How one family gave a critical boost to gene therapy research
A family affected by Sanfilippo syndrome raised millions of dollars for research. The Food and Drug Administration just approved a gene therapy the support helped make possible.
What's it like to run for Congress when the odds are stacked heavily against you?
The majority of congressional races this cycle are rated either solid Democrat or solid Republican. They're the opposite of tossups, where candidates from the minority party face near impossible odds.
'Grasping at straws': Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
Saying the president was "grasping at straws," a federal judge on Saturday threw out Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over a story reporting on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Halloween fun brings increased business for San Francisco bars and pubs
Golden State Valkyries defeat Atlanta Dream for franchise’s first WNBA title
The Valkyries won 68 to 63 in Game 7, clinching their first championship on the road.
How Daylight Saving Time affects your health
Howard County issues health alert after 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage
Howard County issued a precautionary health alert after a 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage on Friday.
A new political era in the Southern Philippines
A new local government has taken its seat in the southern Philippines, in a step that marks a milestone in the peace process for a conflict that has lasted some 80 years.
The art and science of a scream
What does it take to create a horror movie scream that is truly horrifying? One that makes the hair on the back of your neck stand up? NPR's Michelle Aslam found it is part art and part science.
Anti-corruption and party discipline: takeaways from from this week's key political meeting in Beijing
The Communist party central committee meeting was focused on discipline and fighting corruption. It comes ahead of next year when Xi is widely expected to try to secure a fourth term.
Virginia and D.C. sue over Trump's arch, adding to mounting legal challenges
Virginia and D.C. sue to stop proposed Trump arch
The Trump administration has said it plans to begin construction of a triumphal arch near the Lincoln Memorial on Nov. 5 following approval of the final plans.
The AI boom's political reckoning
The fight over who profits from AI — and who pays for it — is on the ballot this November.
Nancy Guthrie task force meets with Florida DNA scientists as case nears 9-month mark
Guthrie, 84, the mother of “TODAY” co-host Savannah Guthrie, went missing from her Tucson, Arizona in February.
Election 2026 live updates: Judge orders Trump administration to stop intimidating election officials
A federal judge said that Trump administration officials has engaged in a “campaign to intimidate, threaten, and coerce” election officials ahead of the midterm elections.
Top healthcare worries weigh on older US adults before the midterms
Rising healthcare costs are a major concern for older Americans, and it's affecting their finances and political priorities.
Congo Ebola outbreak deaths top 5,000 as fear of continent-wide spread mounts
The latest Ebola outbreak is the second deadliest in history.
The Healthcare Election: Florida
When federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act health insurance expired last year, Florida was hit particularly hard. Now, as the election and open enrollment coincide, healthcare is a major issue.
Politics, norms and the DOJ's unprecedented pre-election headlines
The Justice Department, contrary to past norms, has stayed in the headlines in the run-up to the midterm election.
Saturday Sports: WNBA Finals; injuries in the NBA; Milwaukee Brewers' World Series title
NPR's Scott Simon and sportswriter Howard Bryant talk about the WNBA Finals game seven, a recent surge in injuries in the NBA and the Milwaukee Brewers' World Series title.
Week in Politics: Trump's Midwest pivot; sharper Democratic messaging
The president heads to the midwest for two rallies he previously said were cancelled. Has his message changed this campaign season and how have Democrats sharpened their messaging?
In Michigan’s Senate race, everything is on the table
Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed and former Republican Rep. Mike Rogers are both using their football experience to try to gain an edge in the crucial race.
Why Drago's is a political hot spot for south Louisiana
Every party can agree on oysters.
‘Looks like Mars’: Toxic smog from Indonesia wildfires sparks health crisis, protests
The unrelenting haze has affected millions of people in the region since the fires started in July, closing schools in multiple countries and spurring arguments about who is to blame.
Oil company earnings skyrocket
Oil companies are reporting another quarter of sky-high profits as the war in Iran pushes up the price of oil — and prices at the pump.
Can I trust the polls? And other questions from listeners about the 2026 midterms
Ahead of Election Day, listeners send in questions about whether debates are dead, if polls are reliable for election coverage and how Trump might work with Democrats if they win control of Congress.
Vacant Stockton apartment building burns, sparking frustration from nearby business owner
Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed clash over Israel ad ahead of planned rally together
The tensions between the former Democratic primary candidates have drawn in other Michigan Democrats as the party hopes to secure a Senate seat in a battleground state.
Judge orders Trump administration to stop threatening election officials with criminal charges
The Justice Department recently sent letters to state and local election officials across the country warning them of criminal penalties related to failing to comply with records retention.
Despite concerns, the Trump administration still sends pregnant migrant minors to south Texas
Several children have had to leave the state to receive medical care, including abortions, that is unavailable in Texas.
This week in science: mysterious X-rays, movement and learning, and memory formation
Emily Kwong and Ari Daniel of NPR's Short Wave talk about mysterious X-ray objects, the link between movement and learning and how a small part of the brain triggers memory formation.
Forensic psychiatrist testifies about Birchmore's mental health in Farwell trial
Scientists seek to rescue endangered plant found only in Santa Clara Valley
The final countdown: From the Politics Desk
Plus, key Senate races to watch.
Chicago sports owners split on political giving
Half of the biggest owners give to Republicans and half give to Democrats.
Chicago sports owners split on political giving
Half of the biggest owners give to Republicans and half give to Democrats.
Meet the next behavioral health tech buyers
Many companies that seized investor interest during the pandemic-era health tech investment boon are looking to add growth or find a home.
Judge orders Trump administration to hand over list of alleged noncitizen voters
Election officials have noted that many voter registrations that have been flagged by the DOJ appear to be U.S. citizens.
Will daylight saving time ever become permanent? Health experts hope not
Clocks turn back an hour this weekend. A new study warns that year-round daylight saving time would mean millions more dark school commutes, with greater risk of deadly crashes.
Home health aide arrested for allegedly killing elderly Queens woman, police sources say
Why is the Cheesecake Factory at the center of the latest culture war?
A joke by former President Obama has gone viral and received backlash from the Trump administration as the issue of affordability looms large over next week's midterm elections.
The two most interesting risks to Anthropic
Anthropic gave a 94-page list of risk factors in its S-1 this week. Two of them stood out.
2026 elections live updates as Trump heads to Florida and Peltola speaks out on Alaska ballot controversy
Nearly 2 out of 3 teens and tweens use AI chatbots, new research shows
Most kids say they use chatbots for help with homework and when they're stressed, lonely, or anxious. And how they use chatbots is tied to their mental health.
Israel is in a political deadlock. What comes next?
Israel's consequential election has ended in a deadlock, with neither side able to claim a majority, What happens now?
How powerful is Elon Musk? How his political influence compares to past U.S. moguls
Critics say the tech entrepreneur's enormous wealth has given him too much political power. But when stacked up against other notable American moguls, historians say he's not unique.
Political ad spending hits record levels as voters face a flood of campaign mailers
Campaigns are spending billions of dollars to get their messages in front of voters. But for some, the constant stream of advertising is becoming more of a nuisance than an influence.
Voters inundated with political ads as spending reaches record levels
LA City Council studying possible entertainment zone in downtown and Hollywood
City Council studying possible entertainment zone in downtown LA and Hollywood
Pope Leo requested an absentee ballot in Illinois to vote in the midterms
It’s not clear whether Leo, who has been critical of the Trump administration, has mailed off his ballot yet.
Rep. Mike Thompson faces fellow Democrat Eric Jones in contentious race for 4th District
New initiative pairs cancer survivors, patients at UMass Memorial Health
Trump’s final sprint: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the latest on the Alaska Senate saga.
Nextpower's battery bet pays off
The solar tech behemoth reported record revenue and raised its guidance.
On the campaign trail, Trump delivers his greatest political hits and mourns end of rallies
President Trump is campaigning hard in the midterms. Supporters are showing up, in part because this could be the last chance to see him holding the large rallies that have been his trademark.
Can red light actually help you sleep better? Sleep experts weigh in
While it’s not a magic cure for insomnia, it can help you drift off.
What killed 500-plus penguins? How scientists solved the mystery
The penguins that perished lived on the Danger Islands in Antarctica. The prime suspect was avian flu. Researchers were surprised by what they found.
Minnesota's 80 measles cases this year are the most since 1990, health officials say
Exclusive: Revenue recovery startup Midstream Health raises $20M
The company's service helps hospitals recover earned revenue.
Cash for coverage becomes workplace insurance option
Employer defined premium contributions are gaining popularity as ACA premiums spike.
Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas, historic Mexican politician and former presidential candidate, dies at 92
An undisputed leader of the Mexican left, Cárdenas played a pivotal role in Mexico’s democratization.
Ahead of midterms, Missourians defend transgender healthcare
The campaign to defend access to transgender healthcare for young people in Missouri is taking an unhurried approach to talking with voters about the proposed ban.
Business as a liberal art? Some high schools say yes
Learning about money is becoming a growing part of the high school curriculum.
Live updates: Trump in Ohio and Obama in Georgia make closing stretch appeals to midterm voters
Trump in Ohio and Obama in Georgia make closing stretch appeals, Trump calls for prosecution of Democratic Alaska Senate candidate, Trump calls for prosecution of Alaska Senate candidate.
North Shore business owner prepares for potential MLB lockout amid labor battle
Pittsburgh business owner prepares for potential MLB lockout amid labor battle
Colorado teacher's one-of-a-kind find revealed at Denver Museum of Nature & Science
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is preparing to display one of the rarest dinosaur fossils ever discovered.
Dolores Huerta leaves behind a lifetime of political legacy, Capitol advocacy
Trump says Peltola "shouldn't be allowed to run" for Alaska Senate seat over report on why 2 Dan Sullivans are in the race
St. Francis de Sales High School training next generation of scientists
A look inside St. Francis de Sales High School's brand-new Quantum Science Lab
A look inside St. Francis de Sales High School's brand-new Quantum Science Lab
New Quantum Science Lab being built inside St. Francis de Sales High School
Trump administration will allow pharmacies to make popular peptides
The Department of Health and Human Services will let small compounding pharmacies make six peptides that haven't been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. It may not be enough to meet demand.
MedStar Health hosts Baltimore Ravens for tailgate experience with cancer patients
Michael Bloomberg visits new Museum of Science space named after parents
Brazilian political drama unfolds as defeated Flavio Bolsonaro arrives in Miami
Defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro and his family have arrived in the U.S. after Brazilian authorities ordered him to surrender his passport. He is facing multiple investigations in Brazil.
New teachers union president wants to steer educators away from partisan politics
The new president of the nation's largest labor union, Princess Moss, talks about the challenges facing educators and the next steps for the National Education Association.
Political texts and calls flood Michigan voters' phones as Election Day approaches
Meet the Democrats trying to flip the script on gun rights: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the big decision awaiting Trump after the midterms.
Deadlock in Israeli elections means weeks of political jockeying
With no clear winner in Israeli elections, the opposition has to decide if it allies with Arab parties.