Margaret Atwood was advised to just find a good man. Her response: 'You're an idiot' Margaret Atwood knows that she scares people. She opens up about that perception and also reflects on the bad advice she's received in her career and how she takes vengeance. Rachel Martin
Why Massachusetts loves Nibi the beaver and is fighting to keep her out of the wild For the past several weeks, the beloved beaver has been embroiled in a court battle over whether she should return to the wild or stay at the rescue center where she has lived since she was a newborn. Juliana Kim
Opinion: Political texts are pinging off the rails NPR's Scott Simon wishes we could text them back when politicians message us asking for campaign donations. Scott Simon
Can someone find out who you voted for? No. Here is what you should know As Election Day approaches, many Americans are questioning the secrecy of their ballots. We explain what you should know about privacy and casting a ballot. Chandelis Duster
All eyes are on Pennsylvania this election cycle. Erie County demonstrates why. A political update from Erie, Pa., which has been pivotal to, and a bellwether of, presidential election outcomes. Don Gonyea
A controversial but effective treatment for meth addiction gains ground Policymakers in California embrace a proven but unorthodox treatment for meth and cocaine addiction: Give people gift cards to stay off the drugs. Ryan Levi
The Menendez brothers' murder case is getting a fresh look. Here's why In 1996, Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Los Angeles prosecutors said this week they are taking another look at the case. Jaclyn Diaz
Three states show how abortion, schools and taxes are at stake in legislature races New legislatures could overhaul school vouchers in Arizona, give the Democratic governor more clout in Kansas, and counter a progressive trend in Minnesota. Dana Ferguson
A coal power plant demolition serves as a poignant historical moment for the Navajo For six decades, coal has provided for — and polluted — the Navajo Nation. Demolition of a power plant brings mixed emotions. Adam Burke
