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The wealthy Ricketts family includes conservatives and a liberal, activists and a candidate. Between them, they raise and spend a lot of political money — and exemplify how the system has changed.

Americans' junk food calories increasingly come from big box and convenience stores rather than traditional grocers, a study finds. And researchers say this trend is a public health concern.

Republican lawmakers unveiled a new tax plan this week. While the rollout went well — much better than healthcare — there are a handful of issues at stake that the GOP will have to answer for.

NPR's Rachel Martin talks to conservative columnist Jonah Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Dispatch, about what the failed California recall election means for the momentum of the Republican party.

NPR's Scott Simon talks to Howard Bryant of Meadowlark Media about baseball, the WNBA and a report about Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden using a racial trope to describe NFLPA head DeMaurice Smith.

The economy looks good on paper but it doesn't feel good to voters. And that's a problem for President Biden and his party going into the midterms. We explore the disconnect with help from economists.

A year after the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, the NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll found the highest percentage in a decade said ending gun violence trumps protecting gun rights.

After several weeks of awful performances, Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow delivered what his fans are calling the latest miracle of his young NFL career. Tebow's 80-yard pass-play with wide receiver Demaryius Thomas on the first play of overtime, clinched a stunning playoff win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, 29-23.

With the midterms approaching and lots of chatter about whether Biden will run in 2024, Donald Trump is a useful foil for the president once again.

How did a Federal Reserve economist become a showrunner leading three TV series on The CW and NBC? Nkechi Okoro Carroll credits a strong work ethic and lots of preparation.