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Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly is stepping up efforts to get the legislature to expand access to Medicaid to make health care more accessible, a move apparently favored by most of the public.

Vast numbers of Central American children are streaming into the U.S., overwhelming the agencies charged with their care. Outbreaks of chicken pox and scabies have been reported at some centers.

Over the weekend, President-elect Donald Trump unveiled more picks to serve in his Cabinet. A Republican-controlled Senate will consider these nominees early next year.

Florida wants to keep the names of police involved in use-of-force cases hidden, saying they are victims of a crime who deserve privacy protections under state law. Advocates want a court to decide.

The schools under scrutiny include dozens of state schools and two Ivy Leagues. A number of private schools are also being targeted, including Georgetown, Rice, Vanderbilt, and New York University.

President Trump cites risks from fentanyl to justify tariffs on Canada and Mexico. U.S. Customs and Border Protection says interceptions of eggs are way up, compared to 63 fentanyl cases last month.

President Trump and Vice President Pence are the headline speakers at the NRA's annual convention on Friday. KUT reporter Alain Stephens is at the convention.

NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Sen. Jeanne Shaheen D-N.H., about reports that her office may have been a recent target for Russian hackers.

Texas Tech and the University of Texas are facing off in the College World Series. We talk about it and the million dollar player.

Senate Republicans are racing to pass President Trump's signature policy bill by a self-imposed July 4 deadline. They've hit some roadblocks, especially around funding for rural hospitals.

The Basketball Africa League crowns a new champion this weekend, marking the venture's fifth anniversary. But can the NBA-backed league turn courtside glam and pan-African buzz into lasting success?

So far there are no signs of a breakthrough in talks between Democrats and Republicans in Washington to stave off the tax hikes and spending cuts set to take effect on New Year's Day. President Obama has summoned top congressional leaders for talks at the White House on Friday.