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Nearly 130,000 homes in the U.S. still burn coal for heat. Despite decades of decline and concerns about climate change, companies in the coal home-heating business are optimistic about the future.

Normally a close ally of President Trump, Paul becomes the fourth Republican who plans to vote with Democrats in opposition to the President's declaration of a national emergency.

There's a growing fiscal crisis hitting cities, counties and states across the U.S. It's all about generous retiree health benefits that historically haven't been fully funded.

Alex Kotlowitz talks to NPR's Michel Martin about his book American Summer: Love and Death in Chicago. It explores the effects of daily gun violence on the spirit of individuals and the community.

New Orleans krewes stage parades through the city in the weeks leading up to Mardi Gras. This year, a krewe formed by Mexican immigrants, Krewe de Mayahuel, showcased Mexican history and art.

The independent senator from Vermont held his first rallies as a 2020 Democratic presidential candidate over the weekend. He's raised more than $10 million and signed up a million volunteers.

When tornadoes ripped through Alabama, the impact was sudden and devastating. In Lee County, more than 20 people were killed. Video shows cars flipped over and pieces of metal clinging to trees.

Democrats have promised to go after the president. Steve Inskeep talks to Republican strategist Scott Jennings about how testimony by Trump's former attorney Michael Cohen might impact the president.

The opposition leader has said he wants to rally supporters and continue his push for the ouster of President Nicolás Maduro. His return could spark a showdown with Maduro.

David Greene talks to Democratic Rep. Mike Quigley of Illinois about congressional probes into President Trump, and where they'll go in the future. NPR's Scott Horsley weighs in on the topic.