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The organization say it's concerned about a possible link between the mosquito-borne virus and the cluster of children with birth defects from microcephaly.

The Original Dixieland Jazz Band's first recording in Feb. 1917 is often cited as the first jazz record ever, but critic Kevin Whitehead says that the roots of jazz stretch a little further back.

Hamilton County Administrator Christian Sigman turned in his resignation last week. Now county leaders are talking about how to find his replacement. The…

Some fast-food franchisees are rethinking putting workers on part-time status to avoid having to provide them with health insurance. The business hassles are exceeding the savings.

After absorbing countless political ads, phone calls, text messages and door knockers, Iowa voters finally have their say Monday night. NPR explores the impact these voters may have on the campaign.

The former Arkansas governor is suspending his presidential campaign after a disappointing Iowa finish.

German alchemist Hennig Brand started with about 1,500 gallons of urine in his 17th century hunt for gold. Discovering phosphorus was just a nice surprise. Know a modern tale of scientific luck?

Florida's highest court will hear a case that may determine the fate of some 390 death row inmates. The case comes after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the state's death sentencing system.

The WHO says the possible link between serious birth defects and the Zika virus is a global health emergency. Renee Montagne talks to Laura Harrington, an entomologist at Cornell University.

Renee Montagne talks to Washington Post sports columnist Kevin Blackistone on the criticism Cam Newton has received for his end zone celebrations, and how race may be an influencing factor.