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Many veterans use marijuana as a way to cope with post traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury. As WEMU's Josh Hakala reports, a new program will begin next year to provides free cannabis to a number of diagnosed vets.

Albuquerque Police have reached a settlement agreement with the Justice Department over use-of-force policies. The police have agreed to take steps to address issues that led to, what the Justice Department claims, is a pattern of unconstitutional uses of force.

The long-awaited report of the Iraq Study Group contains many ideas we have heard before, but nothing that can be characterized as a breakthrough. NPR's Senior News Analyst Daniel Schorr anaylzes the report.

Many people who are unable to care for themselves prefer help from their families. But long-term care insurance policies don't typically cover compensation of family members for the work.

Hundreds of products failed to reach adequate recommendations for macronutrients like protein and calories, but exceeded the recommended sugar content.

Jon Batiste premieres new songs and takes us through some of the many sides of his rich musical history at the Tiny Desk.

After legal challenges from environmental groups, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has agreed to reconsider its decision to not protect the Kirtland's snake under the Endangered Species Act.

As President Trump approaches one year back in office, the policies his administration pursues — and how those policies are communicated — have been increasingly shaped by social media.

NPR investigated a practice called a yo-yo sale and found it's hurting car buyers nationwide, tougher rules can make a difference, and the Federal Trade Commission has a chance to crack down.

Nipah virus, known to spread from bats to human, has broken out in the state of Kerala. Here's what we know about the current cases and the ongoing efforts to quash this potentially fatal disease.