News across Allen County

Opinion: A Hawk is not the same as a Hawkeye
This was emphasized to people watching a Senate hearing this week, where confusion over two basketball teams was on display.

NPR journalists Scott Detrow and Daniel Burke discuss their book about Pope Leo XIV
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to fellow host, Scott Detrow, and NPR editor, Daniel Burke about their new book, "American Pope: Leo XIV's Road from the South Side of Chicago to Vatican City."

Economist Betsey Stevenson breaks down the gender gap in recent hiring reports
The U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected last month and unemployment ticked up to 4.2%. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Betsey Stevenson, an economist at the University of Michigan.

Week in Politics: Inflation pressure; war in Iran and effect on midterm elections
We look at how some concerning economic indicators as well as the ongoing war in Iran might affect the midterm elections.

How high-profile scandals are shaping key contests ahead of the midterms
Scandals could be shaping several races in the midterm elections, particularly in places where even small margins can change the outcome.

India's ousted voters trigger nationwide youth revolt against election chief
A youth-led movement demands the resignation of India's election commissioner after 130 million people were struck off voter rolls, and weeks after forcing the education minister to stand down.

California voters to decide on controversial one-time tax on billionaires
California voters will decide whether the state will charge a one-time tax on billionaires. The idea that has split Democrats and labor unions.

Saturday Sports: Major League Baseball playoff time; WNBA
NPR's Scott Simon and sportswriter Howard Bryant discuss the WNBA and MLB playoffs.

Immigration briefing: How Trump's crackdowns are impacting Cuban voters
Cuban-Americans largely supported President Trump in the 2024 elections. We take a look at how among some Cubans, the policies they voted for are negatively affecting them.

The Supreme Court faces another term jam-packed with controversy
The Supreme Court term opens on Monday with big test cases on religion, guns and climate change. Plus, the emergency docket keeps popping.

A hot tip to battle performance anxiety? 'Pretend flush' a mistake down the toilet
Worried about stumbling before a high-stakes event, like a race or a job interview? Psychologist Cindra Kamphoff offers creative strategies to overcome the jitters and build confidence in the moment.

How the system failed us: Former foster youth tell their stories
Former foster youth with disabilities tell their stories — of how they got through foster care