Daughter of woman missing since Hurricane Helene looks for closure
Nearly 100 people remain missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene hit three weeks ago, as crews continue to search through layers of mud and debris.
Support for unions growing strong among young workers
Support for organized labor is at a high not seen since the 1960s, with 71% of Americans saying they approve of unions, according to Gallup.
How a unique Topeka program is welcoming immigrants and helping them thrive
A nonprofit has partnered with the Topeka community to ensure immigrants have more than just a roof over their heads.
Iowa farmers offset losses by adding wind turbines to land
Over 6,000 wind turbines produce about 60% of Iowa's energy. They also help struggling farmers offset losses.
Topeka superintendent on furthering the legacy of Brown v. Board of Education
The district at the center of the landmark 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling, which outlawed racial segregation in schools, is now helmed by its first Black female superintendent.
Arizona Supreme Court's abortion ruling sparks fear, uncertainty
Efforts in the Arizona State Legislature to repeal the newly-revived 1864 law were shut down by Republicans.
Texas teacher donates kidney to save life of toddler she did not know
Jane Callahan made a life-changing call, offering one of her kidneys to a child after seeing his family's plea for help.
Drought takes devastating toll on Louisiana's crawfish industry
One of the driest seasons on record last year means the harvest field didn't get enough rain. Weeks of triple-digit heat sent the crustaceans burrowing deeper into the mud, many unable to emerge.
Tammy Duckworth says Alabama's new law protecting IVF "does not go far enough"
Sen. Tammy Duckworth introduced legislation in 2022 that would create federal protections for IVF access nationwide.
Doctors hopeful Ozempic, Wegovy may help treat alcohol addiction
Several clinical trials are underway to see if semaglutide, the active ingredient in weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, can also help treat alcohol addiction.
Cancer survivor's dream of expanding family on hold after Alabama IVF decision
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos created through in vitro fertilization, or IVF, are considered children under state law and are therefore subject to legislation dealing with the wrongful death of a minor if one is destroyed.
Hospitals struggle with influx of kids with respiratory illnesses
At Cook Children's Medical Center in Texas, a second unit that was being renovated had to be opened to deal with the number of patients, one doctor said.
A Georgia nonprofit is on a mission to give building materials new life
If historic homes are the fabric of Savannah, Georgia, Mae Bowley is the thread salvaging precious materials from those about to be torn down.
Houston hospital offers child patients holiday magic beyond the medicine
The 16th floor of Texas Children's Hospital looks like a high-end holiday store.
UPS using AI program to try to cut down on package thefts
UPS is using a program called DeliveryDefense to try to cut down on package thefts.