Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:30 a.m.
At Fort Hood, Mourning And A Search For Answers
Fort Hood remains in mourning as the community continues its search for answers into why an Army psychiatrist allegedly opened fire on his fellow soldiers. A more complete picture is also emerging of the victims.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:11 a.m.
House Health Care Bill Hinges On Abortion Vote
The House of Representatives is expected to vote as early as Saturday on an amendment that divides Democrats — and could lose support for the overall bill. The Stupak amendment would ban private health insurance plans from covering abortion for people who pay for their health care with a government subsidy.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 2:43 p.m.
Could Big Donors Break Obama's Fundraising Record?
The Obama presidential campaign rewrote the playbook for raising campaign cash in 2008. The Supreme Court may change it again before 2010: An upcoming decision could potentially curb the growing influence of small donors in favor of corporate America.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 1:09 p.m.
Rough Road For Military Families With Special Needs
Deployments are usually hard on families. Spouses must become single parents for months on end, managing households with little outside help. These challenges become even more daunting for families with special needs children.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 5:00 a.m.
Fort Hood Shooting Stuns Hasan's West Bank Family
In the West Bank, Palestinian relatives of the alleged Fort Hood shooter are shocked and saddened by the mass killings in Texas. Born in Virginia, Nidal Malik Hasan made his first visit to the Palestinian territories a dozen years ago, and had been in touch with relatives in the town of El Bireh on numerous occasions since then.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 5:00 a.m.
Faces Of Fort Hood Victims Begin To Emerge
The shooting at Ft. Hood left 13 dead and 30 wounded. They came from cities and towns all over the U.S., where relatives and friends are left in shock.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 5:00 a.m.
The Health Care Debate Opens On The House Floor
The U.S. House of Representatives this morning finally opens debate on its health care overhaul bill, the centerpiece of President Obama's domestic agenda. Host Scott Simon talks to NPR's Julie Rovner about the debate and where the legislation stands.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 5:00 a.m.
Takes A Pretty Big Key Ring For The Keys To 100 Cities
It used to be that receiving the key to a city was a rare honor worthy of the front page. Now, just as front pages are disappearing, apparently all you need to get a key to a city is to ask. Mark Malkoff is a comedy writer and filmmaker who's embarked on a month-long, cross-country tour to see how many mayors will give him the key to their cities.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 5:00 a.m.
Wary Employers Keep Jobless Numbers High
A 10.2 percent unemployment rate is like a gut punch. It's just such a big number, a level of joblessness we haven't experienced here in the U.S. since the early '80s. This, even as the economy is actually growing again. But many employers just aren't ready to start hiring yet.
Saturday, November 07, 2009 5:00 a.m.
Fort Hood Community Gathers To Mourn
Hundreds gathered Friday night at Fort Hood's football stadium for a candlelight vigil for the 43 people killed and wounded Thursday.
