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Whitney Turner, an employee of the U.S. Census Bureau, holds an "I count" sign at a 2020 census advertising campaign event in Washington, D.C., in January 2020.

What The New Census Data Can — And Can't — Tell Us About People Living In The U.S.

No census has been perfect. COVID-19, Trump officials' interference and the Census Bureau's new privacy protections have raised concerns about the reliability of demographic data from the 2020 count.

Sen. Al Franken, Democrat of Minnesota, speaks outside his office on Capitol Hill about accusations of sexual harassment and misconduct against him. He apologized but said he would not resign.

Franken Reiterates He Won't Resign: 'I Know That I've Let A Lot Of People Down'

The Minnesota Democrat, speaking to reporters on Capitol Hill for the first time since multiple accusations of sexual harassment, said he is sorry but reiterated he would not give up his Senate seat.

China's 100-Year-Old Communist Party Has More Members Than Most Countries Have People

China's ruling Communist Party is now a century old. One of the biggest political parties in the world, it has more members than most countries have people, which poses a challenge for leadership.

Judge says Alabama can't charge those who help people get abortions in other states

A federal judge ruled that Alabama cannot prosecute people who cross state lines to help someone get abortion care.

This is a locator map for Libya with its capital, Tripoli.

More than 60 people drowned when a migrant vessel capsized off Libya, U.N. says

The shipwreck, which took place overnight between Thursday and Friday, was the latest tragedy in the Mediterranean Sea along a key but dangerous route for migrants seeking a better life in Europe.

Medical workers wait to vaccinate people at a pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic last month in Hollandale, Miss.

New Study Estimates More Than 900,000 People Have Died Of COVID-19 In U.S.

The total, estimated by researchers at the University of Washington, is 57% higher than the official death toll. Worldwide, they said, COVID-19 deaths are nearing 7 million, twice the official total.

Mount Mary University junior Rachel Gantz aims to be part of a sustainable fashion future.

Milwaukee momentum to shift from fast fashion, inspiring 'people to reuse their items to last longer and feel empowered'

Dealing with climate change is critical for the planet’s future. Individual actions add up, including consumer decisions about fashion.

To get fresh vegetables to people who need them, one city puts its soda tax to work

In Boulder, Colorado, officials realized there were many people who needed access to fruits and vegetables but didn't qualify for federal food assistance.

Brett Goldstein plays a gruff, yet lovable retired footballer-turned-assistant coach in <em>Ted Lasso.</em>

Take it from real-life Roy Kent: Soccer is catharsis for people who won't do therapy

Brett Goldstein is a writer for Ted Lasso and plays Roy Kent, a gruff but lovable retired footballer-turned-coach. He says, "sport is there so men can say 'I love you' without saying 'I love you.' "

Incarcerated people pay about 5 dollars for a 30-minute phone call. A new bill wants to change that

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel about the high cost of prison calls and regulations her agency could enforce under a proposed senate bill.

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