The Science Behind Frozen Wind Turbines

How to keep them spinning through the winter.

Scientist At Work

The tracking of the epic journeys of migratory birds in northwest Mexico

Mom-And-Pop Landlords ‘Helpless,’ Hurt Under Eviction Moratoriums

A year into the pandemic, small landlords are draining savings and cashing out 401(k)s as they shoulder billions of dollars in unpaid rent.

Standardized Tests May Cause More Problems In School Systems

Going forth with testing may do more harm than good.

Women Used To Dominate The Beer Industry

That was until the witch accusations started pouring in.

Americans Largely Back Biden's Virus Response: AP-NORC Poll

At a moment of deep political polarization in America, support for Biden’s pandemic response extends across party lines.

Support For QAnon Is Hard To Measure

Polls may also be overestimating it.

Creighton Suspends Basketball Coach After 'Plantation' Reference

Greg McDermott acknowledges he made a "huge mistake" in telling his players they need to "stay on the plantation" following a recent loss.

US Adds 379,000 Jobs In Hopeful Sign For Economy

The number represents a fraction of the roughly 9.6 million jobs that the economy needs to regain to return to pre-pandemic levels.

St. Patrick’s Day: How America Celebrates 1 Year Into Pandemic

Places where St. Patrick's Day parades are big events take different approaches a year after the virus forced last-minute cancellations.

11 Good News Stories: Found Art; Well-Timed, Dr. Oz; Ape Vaccine

No film student left behind; what they did so they can say they do; safe harbor for monarch butterflies; why a loving daughter mops floors.

Teen With 'Big Heart' Succumbs To Virus: U.S. Coronavirus Blog

Senate starts debate on $1.9 trillion relief bill; Alabama extends mask mandate; U.S. hits 2 million vaccinations in one day.

‘An Absolute Necessity For Our Well-Being’

Reopening of long-term care facilities is essential amid pandemic.

Energy Planning Crucial For The Future

The Texas blackouts showed how climate extremes threaten energy systems across the US.

Your Favorite Fishing Stream May Be At High Risk From Climate Change

Here’s how to tell.

January Warm Spells, March Freezes

How plants manage the shift from winter to spring.

Revisiting Reparations

Is it time for the US to pay its debt for the legacy of slavery?

Queer In The Country

Why some LGBTQ Americans prefer rural life to urban ‘Gayborhoods’.

Motivation Is A Key Factor In Whether Students Cheat

Building confidence in students is a good approach toward reducing academic dishonesty.

Can QAnon Survive Another Great Disappointment?

History suggests it might.

'Falling Through Cracks': Vaccine Bypasses Some Older Adults

With a number of older Americans being too overwhelmed, too frail or too poor to fend for themselves, some have been passed over.

Ron Johnson Stunt Delays COVID-19 Rescue Checks, Vaccine Funds

Reading the full text of the 700-page American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 will take about 10 hours, delaying Senate action on the package.

Spring Break Plans: See Travel Restrictions Around The Country

Spring break travelers can see which destinations have coronavirus-related restrictions with a map from AAA.

Beloved Cop Dies 3 Months After Retirement: U.S. Coronavirus Blog

Major retailers keep mask mandates even as some states lift them; California to set aside 40 percent of vaccines for low-income families.

House Passes Landmark Voting Rights, Ethics Bill

House Resolution 1's biggest obstacle lies in the Senate, which is split 50-50 between Republicans and Democrats.

States Rapidly Expanding Vaccine Access As Supplies Surge

The U.S. has administered nearly 80 million shots in a vaccination drive now hitting its stride, according to the CDC.

Rural Americans In Pharmacy Deserts Hurting For Vaccines

Now more than ever, residents are feeling the void.

Unanswered Questions

Children’s hospitals grapple with young coronavirus ‘long haulers’.

Sharing your “Hopes For 2021” for the U.S. Senate and our nation

More than 200 respondents provided aspirational messages of healing our nation through decency an cooperation.

How To Choose The Right Security Cameras For Your Home

Security cameras can be a powerful tool to help protect your property and stay connected to your home — even when you’re away.

What’s In A Name For A Vaccine Campaign?

Maybe the end of the pandemic.

Tobacco Killed 500,000 Americans In 2020

Is it time to control cigarette-makers?

Most U.S. States Don’t Have A Filibuster

Nor do many democratic countries.

Why Repressive Saudi Arabia Remains A U.S. Ally

How morality matters or doesn't matter in dealing with repressive regimes.

Colleges Are Eliminating Sports Teams

Runners and golfers are paying more of a price than football or basketball players.

States Debate Voter Access Bills Ahead Of Key Supreme Court Vote

Hundreds of bills in state legislatures would restrict or expand voter access ahead of Supreme Court ruling that may gut Voting Rights Act.

Pentagon Waited Hours To Send Guard To Capitol: General

Senators on Wednesday grilled officials from the Pentagon, the National Guard and others on the response to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

1 In 3 U.S. Nonprofits In Financial Peril Due To Pandemic

Among the hardest-hit nonprofits are those involved in arts and entertainment, which depend on ticket sales for most revenue.

Baby Boom Goes Bust, Signaling Hard Times: U.S. Coronavirus Blog

States expand vaccine eligibility; officials warn against easing restrictions; pharmaceutical giants partner on vaccine.

Abortion Concerns Prompt Archdiocese Warning On Vaccine

Roman Catholic leaders in New Orleans and St. Louis have said the Johnson & Johnson vaccine is "morally compromised."