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It's worth pausing to consider not only the legacy and achievements of former South African president Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, but also the rich musical associations of his life.

Brock Long, while new to Washington, is well-regarded in the esoteric field of emergency management. "He's absolutely the top of the top," homeland security adviser Tom Bossert said on Friday.

Tuj Lub is a traditional Hmong sport that is putting down roots in the U.S. It's played with long poles and spinning tops.

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine was recently arrested on racketeering and firearm charges. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Derrick Parker, a former NYPD detective.

Answering pointed questions about new claims of misconduct by his agents, Joseph Clancy says he had a "good stern talk" with his staff about why he wasn't told about it sooner.

Senators Charles Grassley and Sheldon Whitehouse will introduce bipartisan legislation to increase funding and overhaul a federal law that's designed to protect juveniles.

Long hours in practice might account for the higher concussion risk in high school and college football, a study finds. Some schools are retooling practice to reduce the number of hits.

The Labor Department's investigation follows an NPR/Mine Safety and Health News series about the failure of federal regulators to collect millions in safety penalties at the nation's mines.

A look at the chronology of events leading to a grand jury's decision not to indict police officer Darren Wilson in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown.

With domestic violence by sports figures in the news, members of the Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing on the issue. But not one commissioner — from the NFL, MLB, NBA or NHL — showed up.