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Mobile sports betting bill passes Mississippi House
Mobile sports betting passed the House, clearing its first hurdle to becoming Mississippi law. Now, it faces an unfriendly Senate again.
Second House panel warms to Chase Tramont bill on heated tobacco regulatory change
The measure would establish a different taxing structure for heated tobacco products, which are considered a less harmful alternative to cigarettes.
House Republicans sound alarm over CCP-linked fake research threatening US taxpayer-funded science
House Republicans warn Chinese "paper mills" may be flooding U.S. science with fake research, potentially compromising taxpayer-funded programs and grants.
Visa Introduces Visa & Main, A New Platform to Accelerate Small Business Growth Across the U.S.
New program aims to tackle biggest challenges for entrepreneurs across three pillars: Business Capital, Business Connect and Business Essentials Visa Main launches $100M working capital facility Visa (NYSE: V) today announced the launch of Visa Main , a new platform designed to give small business owners across the United States better access to the resources they need to succeed. Built in direct response to the most pressing challenges entrepreneurs face—access to capital, reaching customers and adopting modern business tools—the platform brings together capabilities across Visa’s network to help small businesses succeed. Attendees at Visa Main launch event in Atlanta “Small businesses are the heartbeat of local communities and represent nearly half of our country’s economic activity,” said Kim Lawrence, Regional President of North America, Visa. “With Visa Main, we’re connecting Visa’s products and in-house knowledge with the expertise of our clients and
How college sports juiced Olympic development : The Indicator from Planet Money
How did the U.S. become the Olympic powerhouse it is today? Cold War competition. The Soviet Union sponsored their athletes. But America wanted its athletes to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. It birthed an unexpected accelerator of Olympic development: College football. Stay with us now.On today’s show, how college football became an Olympic development engine. And how that engine might not be running as smoothly as it once did.Related episodes: Why the Olympics cost so muchYou can't spell Olympics without IPA huge EU-India deal, Heated Rivalry, and a hefty $200k to OlympiansWhy Host The Olympics?The monetization of college sportsFor sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.
Basketball box scores, other sports results for Wednesday, February 4, 2026; Thursday's schedule
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball CITY LEAGUE Brashear 40, Westinghouse 32 Brashear 7 12 10 11 — 40 Westinghouse 8 7 9 8 — 32 High...
Jesse Jackson Jr. pitches redemption in bid for old House seat years after campaign fraud conviction
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat
New Jersey Democrats pick from crowded field in special election for Sherrill's US House seat
New Jersey Democratic voters are picking their party’s candidate to fill a U.S. House seat opened up by Mikie Sherrill’s gubernatorial victory
Padres still searching for starting lineup, rotation answers
What will the ‘26 San Diego clubhouse look like?
House Science Committee Passes NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026
House Science Committee Passes NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026
House votes to legalize online sports betting and divert $600M to pension system
Proponents say this could generate tens of millions of dollars a year in new tax revenue, but critics warn it would fuel gambling addiction and hurt brick-and-mortar casinos.
Melania Trump referenced her documentary at a White House event with former hostages. She says it’s ‘not promotion’
One of the more emotional moments in first lady Melania Trump’s new documentary comes when she meets Aviva Siegel, a former hostage held by Hamas who’s advocating for the release of her husband, in January 2025.
Cursive, foiled again? House passes penmanship bill, but future unclear in Senate
The vote was unanimous in the House.
Justice Department released 3 million pages of Epstein files. What did we learn? : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Justice Department says it has released all of the relevant documents from its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. We discuss what we have learned from the millions of pages of documents and whether Republicans or Democrats got what they were hoping for from the release.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Mobile showers traveling around DC area to help homeless with health, hygiene
A mobile trailer is hitting the DC region to offer frequent showers to the local unhoused population.The three-unit shower, one being handicap accessible is a
'Becoming' media moguls? Michelle Obama, Melania Trump pursue Hollywood
"Melania," the first lady's documentary offers a differing approach to the Obamas' turn in Hollywood after they exited the White House.
Supreme Court lets California use new Democrat-friendly congressional map
The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed California to use a new congressional map that will undermine President Donald Trump’s effort to keep control of the House of Representatives, marking a defeat for Republicans who claimed one of the new districts was redesigned based on race rather than politics.
Supreme Court allows California to use new congressional map, giving Democrats a boost
The map, which voters approved last year, could allow Democrats to gain up to five House seats in this year’s midterm elections.
Lee H. Hamilton, a Foreign Policy Power in Congress, Dies at 94
A moderate Democrat from Indiana for 34 years, he led the House Foreign Affairs and Intelligence committees and helped investigate the Iran-contra scandal and the Sept. 11 attacks.
Norman moving forward with $1 billion entertainment district after Oklahoma Supreme Court decision
A proposed $1 billion entertainment district that would house a new University of Oklahoma arena will move forward following a ruling from the Oklahoma Supreme Court.
Claude is a space to think
Anthropic explains why Claude will remain ad-free—how advertising incentives conflict with building a genuinely helpful AI assistant users can trust.
Here's what we know about the Milwaukee County health benefits lapse
What we know and don't know about the Milwaukee County health benefits lapse that's going to a County Board vote on Feb. 5.
Why Democrats might struggle to achieve another midterm ‘blue wave’ in the US House
Eight years ago, Democrats flipped more than 40 seats with the help of dozens of veterans and candidates with service backgrounds motivated to run as a check on President Donald Trump.
The mystery Fallout Season 2 countdown on Amazon's website revealed a remaster of sorts, but it's not a remake of New Vegas
Fallout Season 2 is now over, and its mystery countdown on an interactive site revealed no new games or remasters, but fans got a nice little extra.
Trump plans to install Christopher Columbus statue outside White House
The president has worked to recognize the explorer, saying Italian-Americans should “remember” Trump’s efforts when they go vote.
Spending package signed by Trump includes money to shore up WTC Health Program
A bipartisan deal was ushered by Rep. Andrew Garbarino in the House and Democrats Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand in the Senate.
Racial Debate Rattles Texas Democratic Primary for Senate
State Representative James Talarico used the word “mediocre” to describe a former House member who is Black. The controversy has repercussions for a key contest.
How Stephen Miller Stokes Trump’s Boundary-Pushing Impulses
The White House aide has been an architect of aggressive immigration sweeps in U.S. cities and deadly boat strikes in the Caribbean.
US House passes $1.2 trillion spending package to end government shutdown
The spending package only funds the Department of Homeland Security for two weeks, through February 13.
New Jersey special election will test the sway of Democrats' machine politics: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Democrats warn of a new precedent after House Republicans push the Clintons to testify.
Ken Griffin accuses White House of showing 'favoritism' in dealings...
Trump says Republicans should ‘nationalize’ elections : The NPR Politics Podcast
President Trump suggested during an appearance on the Dan Bongino Show that Republicans should “take over the voting” in at least 15 states and “nationalize” elections. We unpack what to make of these comments and how they fit into a bigger picture of Trump’s repeated efforts to interfere with states’ administration of elections. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, voting correspondent Miles Parks, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
WATCH: White House says Trump was referring to SAVE Act when he advocated nationalizing elections
President Donald Trump on a podcast Monday called for Republicans to “take over” and “nationalize” elections.
House passes budget bill to end partial government shutdown
The measure funds most of the federal government through Sept. 30, while providing the Department of Homeland Security with short-term funding for two weeks. Lawmakers will return to negotiate potential changes for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement as Democrats demand more restrictions on its operations.
House passes funding bill to reopen government and sends it to Trump for his signature
The House on Tuesday passed a sprawling spending package that will end the partial government shutdown — but created another funding cliff for the Department of Homeland Security in two weeks.
Christian Menefee sworn into Congress, giving Houston’s 18th District long-awaited representation
The former Harris County attorney defeated Amanda Edwards in a special election runoff on Saturday. Menefee's swearing in chips away at Republicans' majority in the U.S. House.
Which House GOP lawmaker voted against ending shutdown?
Only one Republican ultimately voted against advancing a government funding bill, which moved ahead on a 217-215 vote.
Clintons will appear for depositions in Epstein probe, staving off contempt vote
House Oversight Chair James Comer has agreed to the dates Bill and Hillary Clinton proposed for depositions in the panel’s Jeffrey Epstein probe, putting an end to the contempt of Congress proceedings that had been moving forward against them.
UK’s Mandelson to resign from House of Lords over Epstein ties
Police are looking into allegations Peter Mandelson may have passed sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.
Blake Miguez exits U.S. Senate race, will run for Julia Letlow’s House seat instead
Miguez is the latest candidate to leave the race after President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow.
House set to vote on spending package to end shutdown
The Senate voted on Friday to pass the legislation
Pro-ag or pro-development? Conservationist Travis Thompson asks Florida leaders to support Florida Farm Bill
'Remember this, the final crop will be houses if we don’t protect agriculture.'
Inside Bad Bunny's restaurant, Gekko, in Miami: What I got for $164
Bad Bunny opened Gekko, a Japanese steakhouse in Miami, in 2022. Ahead of his Super Bowl appearance, I wanted to see if it was worth the hype.
Anna Paulina Luna will support funding package after Senate promise to consider election bill
The Representative previously said she would whip votes to stop House business absent including the SAVE Act in any deal.
Holland & Knight Health Dose: February 3, 2026 | Insights
The U.S. House of Representatives will consider a funding agreement that would fund nearly all remaining federal agencies through fiscal year 2026 and avoid a shutdown.
Government shutdown could end today. Live updates
The House of Representatives is readying a vote on a government funding package to end the partial shutdown over DHS reforms.
Donald Trump set to welcome Colombian president to White House for talks
US president to meet with Gustavo Petro weeks after threatening military action in the country
Theatre LILA and Barrio Dance team up for ‘A Love Letter’
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the dance/ theater collab “A Love Letter” runs at Art House 360 from Feb. 5-15. It’s made to be “beautiful, funny and light.”
In Trump’s Fraud Crackdown, Political Foes Face Harshest Scrutiny
State officials say the president’s actions are a new form of retribution, even as the White House has pardoned allies charged with defrauding government.
Oscar Winner Guneet Monga Kapoor’s Sikhya Entertainment Sells Stake to Reliance’s Jio Studios (EXCLUSIVE)
Jio Studios takes 50.1% stake in Sikhya Entertainment, the Oscar-winning Indian production house co-founded by Gunet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain.
Clintons have agreed to in-person depositions for House Epstein investigation
Clintons try to reach agreement for Epstein testimony with contempt of Congress vote looming
Rep. James Comer, the chair of the House Oversight Committee, was advancing criminal contempt of Congress charges against both Clintons Monday evening for defying a congressional subpoena when a spokesman for the Clintons, Angel Ureña, suggested they would testify, posting on social media that the pair “will be there.”
Maryland Moves to Give Democrats Extra House Seat, but Big Hurdles Remain
The state’s House of Delegates passed a new map that would be likely to eliminate Maryland’s lone remaining Republican seat in the U.S. House, but the State Senate may well block the measure.
Dramatic reductions proposed for US science agencies by Trump ...
Final 2026 budget figures, passed by Congress and signed into law, reject significant cuts that the White House had proposed
New catalyst turns carbon dioxide into clean fuel source
Researchers have found that manganese, an abundant and inexpensive metal, can be used to efficiently convert carbon dioxide into formate, a potential hydrogen source for fuel cells. The key was a clever redesign that made the catalyst last far longer than similar low-cost materials. Surprisingly, the improved manganese catalyst even beat many expensive precious-metal options. The discovery could help turn greenhouse gas into clean energy ingredients.
Democratic victory in deep-red Texas district casts a pall over GOP plans to keep the House
Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a Texas state Senate district by 14 points after Trump carried it by 17 points in 2024. The state is a key battleground in the midterms.
Here are all the businesses in this year’s Chicago Black Restaurant Week
There are nearly 40 restaurants participating in this year’s Chicago Black Restaurant Week, from fast casual and BBQ joints to steakhouses and fine dining establishments.
Deal to Reopen Government on Shaky Ground in the House
Some hard-line House Republicans have balked at the deal Senate Democrats struck with President Trump to fund the government, complicating its path to enactment.
Plan to end government shutdown survives key House hurdle after Trump quells GOP rebellion threats
The House is preparing for a crucial vote on a Senate compromise to end the partial government shutdown.
Carlos Giménez brings Rey Anthony back to the House, now as his Chief of Staff
The former Giménez staffer most recently worked for Ashley Moody in the Senate.
Can Peter Mandelson be stripped of his peerage over Epstein links?
Keir Starmer wants the Labour peer removed from the House of Lords but such a move is exceptionally complex
Here’s What to Know About the Partial Government Shutdown
A bipartisan spending deal couldn’t clear Congress in time to prevent a lapse in federal funding for some departments. The House must pass it to fully reopen the government.
Bowdoin Hosts Girls & Women in Sports Day on Sunday, February 1
BRUNSWICK, Maine - Continuing a beloved annual tradition, Bowdoin women's teams welcomed more than 150 local girls to Farley Field House on Sunday, February 1, for Girls and Women in Sports Day, featuring 17 hands-on sports stations. Thanks to all of the participants and athletes.
All eyes on Johnson as House returns amid partial government shutdown
The speaker faces tough days ahead trying to pass a federal funding package and prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown
House of Lords should strip Mandelson of peerage, says Starmer
PM believes ex-Labour minister should not be member of House of Lords or use title, No 10 spokesperson says
The 3 Big Unknowns About the EPA’s Biggest Climate Science Rollback Ever
What to watch for when the agency releases its final decision on the greenhouse gas endangerment finding.
Alabama House votes to amend contract language for math, science teacher incentives
The amendment would allow veteran educators who have been teaching in for over 20 years to sign contracts up to three years in length.
Speaker Johnson must sell conservatives on funding deal Democrats pushed for — or risk lengthy government shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson is back in Washington this week with a tough ask for his fellow Republicans: accept a funding deal that Democrats pushed for or risk another painful, prolonged government shutdown.
Cuba denies security threat accusations as US raises pressure
Havana says it is ready for 'constructive engagement' with Washington as White House moves to choke off oil supplies.
Media Recap: Rural Health Transformation Project Fund Distribution
The Detroit News published a story Jan. 29 on two recent House Appropriations Committee hearings on the distribution of Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) funds.
Are western New Yorkers spending more on digital entertainment as winter sets in?
As winter settles across Genesee County, colder evenings and shorter days are reshaping how households in Batavia and nearby communities spend their discretionary dollars. With outdoor options limited and heating
Broncos interview in-house favorite for offensive coordinator job
The Broncos have interviewed Davis Webb for their offensive coordinator position.
Speaker Mike Johnson says he's 'confident' shutdown will end by Tuesday
Despite his one-vote majority in the House and weather-related challenges, the GOP speaker said the partial shutdown won't last long.
House Speaker Johnson says he has votes to end partial shutdown by Tuesday
The deal approved by the Senate would separate the Department of Homeland Security from the broader spending package.
As politics roil the nation, Oregon students compete to make sense of the U.S. Constitution and find solutions
Nearly 200 high schoolers participated in the civic championship at Multnomah County Courthouse with federal judges among those evaluating their constitutional knowledge.
Wes Moore confronts the limits of his own power in a fight with Maryland Democrats
Wes Moore can barely describe how he’d feel if he falls short in his push to gerrymander another Democratic seat in his state and the US House of Representatives ends up staying Republican.
Meet the un-Gavin. Kentucky’s governor sees a different way to the White House
Andy Beshear says voters want a healer in 2028, not someone who'll match President Trump insult for insult. His focus on nuts and bolts makes him a popular blue governor in a very red state.
Food and football from the campaign trail (Politics+) : The NPR Politics Podcast
In today's bonus episode, Don Gonyea (national political correspondent) and Deepa Shivaram (White House correspondent) each share the "most" fun politics story they've worked on. Deepa talks about working on her "dream" assignment during the 2024 presidential race. Don recalls a reporting trip during the 2012 presidential campaign where he ended up at a high school football game. He says it was "one of the best nights of his life." Listen to find out how you can submit a most-type question for us to answer in a future bonus episode! To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
Politics: Bill restricting eminent domain undergoes changes in Iowa Senate
After similar legislation passed through the Iowa House of Representatives with relative ease last week, the Senate is considering a bill to distinctly limit the government’s authority to issue eminent
'SNL' takes on Minneapolis as Pete Davidson plays border czar
Pete Davidson is back on "SNL," returning in the latest cold open to play White House border czar Tom Homan.
Prep Sports Recap: Jan. 31, 2026
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) – The winter high school sports postseason is officially underway as IHSA boys wrestling regionals were held around Illinois on Saturday. 2A powerhouse Washington won their tournament at Metamora with eight separate wrestlers winning weight class titles. In 1A, Olympia cruised to a regional title at Dee-Mack with seven weight class titles. […]
Democrats narrow GOP House majority as Menefee wins Texas special election
After Menefee is sworn in, Democrats will have 214 House seats. Republicans currently hold 218, giving House Speaker Mike Johnson a razor-thin majority.
Melvin Council, Bryson Tiller come up big in Kansas' win vs. BYU
Kansas jumped out to a big lead vs. BYU and held on to secure an important victory in a top-15 clash at Phog Allen Fieldhouse
Gov. shutdown, ICE warehouses and 3 millon Epstein files
Carmella gives the top headlines of the day, including a judge ordering the release of a 5-year-old detained by ICE.
'The party left me': Longtime Indiana lawmaker is leaving the GOP
Rep. Ed Clere said he won't run for re-election and will campaign for New Albany mayor as an independent.
Local business owner honors brother with fundraiser for The Shepherd’s House
A local business owner honored her brother with a fundraiser on Saturday.
House minority leader says Republicans can’t rely on Democrats to pass funding bill, raising fears of longer shutdown
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told Speaker Mike Johnson on Saturday that Democrats won’t help Republicans pass a funding bill to reopen the government if they attempt to fast-track the measure Monday, according to two sources familiar with a call between the leaders.
Winter dessert series begins this weekend
After two weeks of dealing with Old Man Winter, Stokes folks looking to get out of the house will have three entertainment opportunities this coming weekend, as Stokes Arts Community
‘House of the Dragon’ Ending With Season 4
HBO exec Casey Bloys confirmed the plan — and weighed in on George R.R. Martin’s drama with ‘House of the Dragon’ showrunner Ryan Condal.
LaRussell joins Super Bowl 60 entertainment lineup with game-day performance
Rapper LaRussell will perform during Super Bowl 60 festivities, taking part in the NFL Tailgate and later serving as the game's in-house band.
ENTERTAINMENT: Singer pays tribute to ‘Divas’; conductor comes ‘home’
Singer CeCe Teneal takes audiences on a musical journey through 50 years of chart-topping hits, “from the powerhouse anthems of Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner to the disco grooves of Donna Summer and the pop perfection of Whitney Houston,” in “Divas of Soul,” 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Center for Humanities and Arts Theatre, University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College.
CVS Health Faces Antitrust Scrutiny As Valuation Flags Undervaluation Risk
U.S. House Judiciary Committee alleges CVS Health restricted independent pharmacies from using competing digital pharmacy hubs. The investigation cites cease and desist letters and network rule changes as potential antitrust issues. CVS Health disputes the findings and says some policies have been revised. For investors watching CVS Health (NYSE:CVS), the focus is shifting to regulatory risk around how its pharmacy network operates. The company’s shares closed at $74.52, with a return of...
Senate passes Trump-backed government funding deal, sending to House
An important step.
Businesses fear blowback from Saudi-UAE rift
Emirates workers have had visas to the kingdom rejected since tensions erupted between the Gulf powerhouses
At Washington Mardi Gras, Gov. Jeff Landry and Howard Lutnick see bright future for Louisiana
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the pieces are in place for Louisiana to become the next generation’s economic powerhouse.
Live results: Texas House 18 special election runoff
Follow live results from the Texas House 18 special election runoff.
A US House special election in Texas will narrow the GOP majority even further
Voters on Saturday will select one of two Democrats in a runoff election to fill a vacant US House seat, further narrowing Speaker Mike Johnson’s already razor-thin Republican majority.
Louisiana’s members of Congress grapple with budget fallout from Minnesota protester killing
President Donald Trump worked out a short-term deal with Democrats. It’s not clear how it will go over in the House.
Democrats Menefee and Edwards compete for a House seat that will narrow GOP's slim majority
Democrats Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards are competing for a vacant U.S. House seat from Houston