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November 5, 2026

Newsom Moves to Empty California’s Death Row by Commuting 548 Sentences

The historic move, announced as the governor prepares to leave office and ahead of a widely expected presidential run, would convert every s...

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November 5, 2026

Head of Justice Department office on Civil Rights resigns

The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division, Harmeet Dhillon, is out after 18 tumultuous months in charge.

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November 5, 2026

Russell Brand is convicted of rape, and judge says he'll get a prison term

A prosecutor described Brand as a ruthless, calculating, manipulative "sexual predator." Brand, 51, denied the charges, saying he had never...

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November 5, 2026

Revolution Wind is now the biggest New England offshore wind farm to get fully up and running

Revolution Wind, a large offshore wind project near Rhode Island, is fully up and running — despite several attempts by the Trump administra...

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November 5, 2026

First-time homebuyers remain scarce, but a record share of them pay all cash

A new report finds generational wealth is widening the divide between homebuyers and those priced out. The median age of first-time buyers a...

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November 5, 2026

Democrats have a long to-do list when they take over Congress next year

Democrats ran on lowering costs and stamping out corruption before securing control of Congress Tuesday. But how will they accomplish their...

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November 5, 2026

Sen. Gillibrand says Democrats must end Iran war, hold Trump accountable. But how?

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand spoke with Morning Edition about Democrats' priorities, from lowering costs to ending the Iran war. But questions re...

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November 5, 2026

Trump's arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction

A federal panel will meet to consider the arch for final approval on Thursday, and the government said it may begin construction later that...

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November 5, 2026

The South flexes political power in midterms, sets regional influence in 2028 election

Tuesday's dramatic midterm results have transformed the electoral map, ensuring the path to future power for Democrats and Republicans must...

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November 5, 2026

Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don't hold your breath

A new Democratic majority in Congress could pressure the president to end the war in Iran. But it will be harder for them to directly affect...

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November 5, 2026

As budgets tighten, people are breaking out their library cards

Some Americans squeezed by high prices are relying more on their local libraries for things like books, streaming services and high-priced i...

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November 5, 2026

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison

Wong was sentenced for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law, in a case that critics say reflects the crackdow...

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November 4, 2026

How well did polls predict the blue wave?

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Anna Greenberg, a Democratic pollster, about what polls captured (and underestimated) after Democrats pe...

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November 4, 2026

Where voters stand on state ballot measures, from abortion to LGBTQ rights to guns

Voters in dozens of states considered 146 statewide ballot measures this midterm cycle, on topics spanning LGBTQ rights, wealth taxes, abort...

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November 4, 2026

Elon Musk will face scrutiny from Democrats in Washington and Texas after midterms

Democrats are likely to launch investigations into Musk's influence, including his leadership of DOGE and government contracts

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November 4, 2026

Democratic leaders reflect on midterm results and what's next for the party

Democratic party leaders and political analysts spoke with Morning Edition about the results of the midterm elections, the effects of mid-de...

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November 4, 2026

Kansas just elected a Democrat. His message to Washington? Be decent

The Methodist pastor who flipped a Republican Senate seat says voters want more than political change. He tells NPR what he heard from Kansa...

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November 4, 2026

Stacey Abrams says Democrat wins in Georgia offer opportunity for 'correcting and restoring rights'

After a historic election night for Georgia and many southern states, former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams speaks to Morning...

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November 4, 2026

Back in the majority, Democrats have plans for a long list of Trump investigations

Democrats will have the ability to subpoena records and compel individuals to testify. The Epstein files, Elon Musk, the Iran war and Trump'...

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November 4, 2026

Democrats win majority in Pa. state Senate, achieving elusive ‘trifecta’ in Harrisburg

A $15 minimum wage, public transit funding and legalized recreational marijuana may be on the table in 2027 after a blue wave in the midterm...

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November 4, 2026

World reacts to Democrats' midterm elections victory

From Kyiv to Moscow, and Tehran to Tel Aviv, all eyes were on the Democrats big win on Wednesday, as foreign powers weigh up how a flipped C...

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November 4, 2026

6 takeaways from Democrats' big wave on election night

The magnitude of the Democrats' outcome was always a possibility, but the depth and breadth of their victories were jaw-dropping.

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November 4, 2026

Rep. Clark, poised to become House Majority Leader, talks priorities as Democrats take Congress

Massachusetts Congresswoman Katherine Clark, the second most powerful House Democrat, is poised to help lead a sizable Democratic majority n...

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November 4, 2026

These 9 candidates for governor just made history

Voters on Tuesday elected the nation's first Black woman governor and the nation's first Native American woman governor.

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November 4, 2026

Republicans tried to gerrymander their way out of big congressional losses. It didn't work

Among the sweeping victories by Democrats on Tuesday were wins in several congressional districts that Republicans had redrawn explicitly to...

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November 4, 2026

Democrats flip Wisconsin Legislature, setting up single-party control

Democrats have won both houses of the Wisconsin Legislature for the first time in 18 years, setting up single-party control of state governm...

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November 4, 2026

Here's how some key demographic groups voted in the midterms

These charts show how various demographic groups voted in the midterm election. The data comes from a poll of tens of thousands of voters, c...

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November 4, 2026

Democrats win the Senate, setting up divided government for remainder of Trump's term

Democrats won by making inroads in several states where they have long struggled, boosted by a challenging political environment for the GOP...

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November 4, 2026

Nithya Raman will be LA's next mayor; Karen Bass concedes

The mayor's race is over, even though votes are still coming in.

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November 4, 2026

Missouri voters turn down a Republican-backed congressional map

Missouri voters have denied a Republican-backed congressional map that wound its way through the courts before ultimately ending up on the s...

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November 4, 2026

Xavier Becerra Wins California Governor’s Race

Becerra will be the first Latino to be elected as California governor with his decisive win over Republican Steve Hilton.

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November 4, 2026

Blue wave? Democrat Zach Dembo flips Kentucky US House seat in Trump +15 district

In a surprising upset, Democrat Zach Dembo beat Republican Ralph Alvarado to flip a U.S. House seat.

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November 4, 2026

Question 9: Mass. votes to keep major gun safety law

Voters rejected an effort to repeal a 2024 firearms law that made Massachusetts one of the strictest states in the nation on gun control.

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November 4, 2026

It's Been a Minute

Want in on a secret? Your likes and dislikes didn't develop by accident. There are subtle and not-so-subtle forces around you, shaping what...

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November 4, 2026

Results in Mississippi's U.S. Senate race won't be ready any time soon

Mississippi Public Broadcasting is MPB. Mississippi is Our Mission. Get the latest news on Tate Reeves, the Election and updates on Televisi...

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November 4, 2026

Machine Gods

The official podcast of the singularity. News, analysis, and interviews with the people who are building the AI future. New episodes on Wedn...

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November 4, 2026

Votes are still being counted to determine who will represent Mississippi in the U.S. Senate

Mississippi Public Broadcasting is MPB. Mississippi is Our Mission. Get the latest news on Tate Reeves, the Election and updates on Televisi...

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November 3, 2026

Deschutes County releases 911 audio of father who killed Bend school shooter

Deschutes County has released audio of the 911 call Kaylub Giamanco made on Oct. 15, shortly before entering a Bend elementary school and fa...

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November 3, 2026

With Wisconsin's leadership on the line, voters head to the polls

It's Election Day, and voters in Wisconsin will choose Wisconsin's next governor. Their votes also could shift control in the state Legislat...

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November 3, 2026

Minnesota voters set to hire their next governor — and make a little history

Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Demuth vied to be the first woman to be Minnesota’s governor. Their race focused on the direction of the state and th...

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November 3, 2026

Alaska counts ballots slowly. Here’s what to expect on Election Night and beyond.

About 70% of ballots are typically counted on Election Night, and results could shift.

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November 3, 2026

Alaska Election Results 2026: Live Updates

View live results for Alaska's ballot measures and races for governor, Senate and House.

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November 3, 2026

Mississippi Election Results 2026: Live Updates

View live results for Mississippi's ballot measures and races for governor, Senate and House.

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November 3, 2026

NPR Music

Welcome to your all-in-one destination for every NPR Music podcast. We break down the best new albums to hit streaming each week on New Musi...

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November 3, 2026

Short Wave

New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot...

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November 2, 2026

Local organization in Haiti opens center for immigrants deported from U.S.

The center hopes to be a transition point to help deportees recuperate and connect with relatives who can help them.

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November 2, 2026

Indicted ICE agent surrenders himself in Harris County court

Mario Morales is accused of striking Miguel Parra-Hernandez with his vehicle while on patrol as an ICE agent. A grand jury indicted Morales...

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November 2, 2026

Life Kit

Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get...

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November 1, 2026

They spent more than a year inside a NASA hangar in Houston simulating life on Mars. Now, they’re finally out

The four crew members of NASA’s CHAPEA mission had spent 378 days inside a 1,700 square foot facility, living and working in Mars-like condi...

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November 1, 2026

‘The Bay Area is Magical Right Now’: Valkyries Fans Rejoice After Championship Victory

Gabby Williams led the Valkyries to the WNBA championship in the team's second season, beating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7.