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Jazz master Carla Bley wrote hundreds of compositions — some of which are now considered standards. She died this week in New York of complications from brain cancer, her husband said. She was 87.

The Carolinas set a new record during last week’s winter weather: the highest-ever energy demand.

The state launched the $175 million program last year as a way to help people who have remained cut off from public roadways since Hurricane Helene.

The Biden administration's student loan relief program, SAVE, is set to reduce payments this summer for many borrowers, but there are legal challenges looming.

After a downturn last year, tourism experts believe the U.S. may see an uptick in foreign tourists this year as the country prepares to host one of the biggest sporting events in the world.

Barbers and hairdressers often hear from clients who have experienced domestic violence. A new bill that hopes to provide them with training on how to spot and help clients in need.

A series of atmospheric rivers are threatening California with heavy rain and potential flooding during the holiday week.

Heavy snow and ice is expected to affect a large portion of the South and Northeast this weekend. In North Carolina, officials are preparing for icy roads and potential power outages.

NPR editor Barrie Hardymon and producer Marc Rivers talk about the joy of loving movies everyone else loves to hate.

Jami Curl is a homemade candy evangelist. The sweet stuff can be made from "real" ingredients — and you can do it at home. The process can be intimidating, but also kind of magical.