Search results for

The book tells the story of Hercules, a slave whom George Washington used as a chef. The book shows Hercules and his daughter happy and taking pride in making the president a birthday cake.

The nation's first Mexican-American poet laureate reflects on the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Washington, D.C., residents pushing to enfranchise teens think their opinions matter and the move would boost voter participation. But some worry 16-year-olds aren't ready to cast ballots.

Since Boy Scouts of America allowed gay scouts and leaders, some organizations, like one in Salt Lake City, have wanted to sponsor scout units. But a new policy narrows who could be a sponsor.

Director of National Intelligence James Clapper says his home email and phone accounts have been hacked. CIA Director John Brennan's private accounts were targeted in October. What lessons can be learned?

A founding member of one of the best-selling rock bands of all time, Frey was remembered by band mate Don Henley as "funny, bullheaded, mercurial, generous, deeply talented and driven."

Donald Trump went to Liberty University, a Christian conservative school, in hopes of winning over the faithful. He stumbled and likely didn't change Ted Cruz's advantage with the group.

The Supreme Court will ponder an unusual question Tuesday concerning free speech rights. It started when a police detective picked up a replacement campaign sign for his bedridden mother.

Steve Inskeep talks to author Jane Mayer about her new book Dark Money: The Hidden History of the Billionaires Behind the Rise of the Radical Right.

Iran released 5 prisoners but Robert Levinson wasn't among them. Relatives have been waiting for news since he was detained in Iran. His son Daniel Levinson talks to Renee Montagne about the case.