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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, pictured at a campaign rally in Philadelphia on Tuesday, is getting attention for a law he signed last year requiring public schools to provide free period products.

Why Republicans are calling Walz 'Tampon Tim' — and why Democrats embrace it

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed a law last year requiring public schools to provide period products "to all menstruating students" in grades 4-12. Some Republicans are now criticizing him for it.

Sol Naciente, a 49-unit affordable apartment complex in Fort Morgan, Colorado, on May 15, 2024. The project was purpose-built to house agricultural workers, but federal restrictions for tenants disqualify much of the local ag workforce. "The goal is to house agriculture workers. But the income limits in our case are becoming a challenge," said Arturo Alvarado, executive director of the Community Resources and Housing Development Corporation.

Federally funded housing for farmworkers disqualifies tenants for making too much money

Federal income caps are excluding many agricultural workers from affordable housing, leaving developments with vacant units and workers without homes.

Imane Khelif of Algeria (blue) punches Janjaem Suwannapheng of Thailand during the Women's 66kg semifinal bout on Tuesday at the Paris Olympic Games.

Algeria's Imane Khelif, ensnared in political controversy, will box for Olympic gold

A boxing federation claims Khelif failed two unspecified gender tests in recent years. Olympic officials say the tests were illegitimate. Khelif will face China's Yang Liu in Friday's gold medal bout.

What Putin is like in person, according to the former Ambassador to Russia

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan about his new book, "Midnight in Moscow."

Democrats hope Walz can win over voters in Midwestern swing states

Tim Walz is a second-term Minnesota gove with a folksy demeanor who helped green light a slate of progressive policy priorities in Minnesota.

Companies that make weighted infant sleepwear say their products are safe and help babies sleep, but a growing chorus of medical experts, safe-sleep advocates and government regulators warn that the garments could be dangerous.

U.S. lawmakers urge banning weighted infant sleepwear over safety concerns

Weighted infant sleepwear companies say their products are safe and help babies sleep, but some medical experts, safe-sleep advocates and government regulators warn the garments could be dangerous.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks with union organizers before they march on businesses in downtown Minneapolis on October 14, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minn.

4 reasons why labor unions love Tim Walz

To labor advocates, Minnesota is considered one of the best places in America to be a worker. Last year, the Democratic legislature passed and Gov. Walz signed a sweeping package of pro-labor laws.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks at a DNC press conference on July 17 in Milwaukee.

Harris taps Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate

Supporters hope the chair of the Democratic Governors Association, ex-Army National Guard leader, former teacher and congressman can help Harris pick up support in the Midwest.

Gold medalist Yaroslava Mahuchikh celebrates her win in the women's high jump final at the Paris Olympic Games, on a day when Ukraine won three medals. Ukrainian athletes are dedicating their victories to the Ukrainian people who face a grinding invasion by Russia.

With their nation under siege, Ukrainian athletes shine at Paris Olympics

As the war drags on with Russia, Ukrainians are desperate for symbols of hope and normalcy. At the Paris Olympics, Ukrainian athletes are doing their part: winning gold to help buoy the country.

10 reasons why AI may be overrated

A list of reasons why generative AI may be overhyped.

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