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Every year, the Tiny Desk Contest attracts thousands of unsigned musicians. Lauren Eylise impressed the judges with "Peaks and Valleys," her song about toughing it out through hard times.

Republicans kept a small part of their convention in Charlotte there to satisfy contractual obligations. The smaller event includes measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Raven Leilani's new novel will make you cringe for all the right reasons. It's an intergenerational, interracial love story with a heart of noir and gallows humor, so honest it will make you squirm.

At age 194, the storied Old Apple Tree of Vancouver, Wash. finally succumbed to old age. The city recently held a memorial to celebrate the matriarch's legacy.

Polls suggest movement in this key demographic toward Joe Biden, but some white seniors in battleground states tell NPR they're sticking with the president.

Protesters at Portland rallies to support police and show support for President Donald Trump’s reelection campaign engaged in physical combat repeatedly with counterprotesters Saturday without police intervention. Members of the chaotic crowd used an array of weapons, including baseball bats and firearms to beat and threaten those they opposed.

An investigation has been opened into the killing of Trayford Pellerin, 31, who was shot as he walked away from police toward a convenience store holding a knife, according to authorities.

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle has died at age 38. His Facebook page announced his death Sunday, with no other details provided.

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina is seeking a fourth term but is facing an unexpectedly strong challenge from Democrat Jaime Harrison.

An uninsured Colorado man who had appendicitis owed $80,232 after two surgeries. After months of negotiating with the hospital, he still owes far more than most insurers would pay for the procedures.