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When computer science major Elijah Love got the bill for his summer classes, he learned the credits were free. His school, North Carolina A&T State University, used federal COVID relief funding to pay for them.

HBCUs got a windfall of federal COVID relief. Here's how colleges are spending it

Historically Black colleges and universities are using federal COVID relief funds to cancel student debt, upgrade campus infrastructure and retain students who struggle because of financial barriers.

Arizona state Rep. Mark Finchem speaks during an election rally in Richmond, Va., on Oct. 13, 2021. Finchem is now running for Arizona secretary of state, with Trump's endorsement.

Election deniers are running to control voting. Here's how they've fared so far

Including Mark Finchem's win in Arizona, Republicans who deny the 2020 election results have now moved closer to overseeing the voting process in nearly a dozen states.

Wisconsin Senate candidate Mandela Barnes on abortion, onslaught of GOP advertising

NPR's Juana Summers talks with Wisconsin Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, a democrat, about his campaign for U.S. Senate. The race in Wisconsin could determine which party controls the U.S. Senate.

Former President Barack Obama warned that the future of American democracy is on the ballot in the 2022 midterm elections during a speech in College Park, Ga., on Friday.

Obama says 'democracy on the ballot' in Georgia early voting rally

The former president implored people to avoid "tuning out" in the midterm elections and vote for Democrats to tackle issues like inflation currently facing America.

Crime is a concern for many midterm voters across the country.

Many midterm races focus on rising crime. Here's what the data does and doesn't show

Midterm voters are being inundated with political ads, and a lot of them are focused on crime. But a recent change in data collection paints an incomplete picture of the U.S. violent crime rate.

No one looks cool in a VR headset, no matter how spectacular the virtual experience. But being plugged into a console doesn't help.

'PlayStation VR2' Review: A strong foundation with a questionable future

The PS VR2 enables gorgeous games like the post-apocalyptic 'Horizon Call of the Mountain.' But it may not appeal beyond a high-tech niche.

Bozoma Saint John writes of love, loss and survival in 'The Urgent Life'

NPR's Asma Khalid speaks with Bozoma Saint John about her memoir: The Urgent Life.

This week, Natalie McCray, 13, returned to in-person school for the first time since the pandemic began. She spent her first day introducing herself to new people and raising her hand in class — something she said she rarely used to do.

An 8th-Grader Finally Returns To School In Person, Hoping It Lasts

Natalie McCray was 11 when her school went all-remote in March 2020. Now, at 13, she's returning to the classroom for the first time since the pandemic began.

Due to high inflation this year, NPR's Business desk shares cheaper dishes to substitute for Thanksgiving stables.

Inflation won't win Thanksgiving: Here's NPR's plan to help you save on a meal

Turkey, stuffing, pie — it's all way more expensive this year. But you don't have to let inflation spoil your meal, if you're willing to get creative.

Argentinian forward Diego Maradona scored the "Goal of the Century" in a 1986 World Cup quarterfinal match against England in Mexico City. Maradona is seen here moving past English defender Terry Butcher (left) on his way to the goal and a 2-1 victory.

The World Cup is almost here. Get your head in the game with these 5 books

The beautiful game has inspired some beautiful writing: Two experts share their lists of essential reading as the 2022 World Cup prepares to kick off in Qatar.

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