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Mount St. Helens continues a slow eruption that has the general public thinking about the drama and disaster of 1980. But geologists believe the volcano cannot create the same kind of damage this time around. NPR's Howard Berkes reports.

A technology designed to stop a table saw blade almost instantly after it hits human flesh is finding little attention among power toolmakers. SawStop's inventor says it will prevent serious injuries, but manufacturers say the technology isn't proven and cite potential liability issues. NPR's Chris Arnold reports.

No injuries were reported following the weekend blaze at Disneyland, officials said. One visitor said Mickey Mouse vanished from the stage as soon as the dragon's head became engulfed in flames.

Roth Weigel is one of three activists profiled in Julie Cohen's new documentary, Every Body. New York Times reporter Cade Metz explains why we are at a turning point with artificial intelligence.

As Democrats prepare to take the reins of Congress, changes in legislative initiatives can be expected across a broad spectrum of issues -- from U.S. policy in Iraq to health care and the environment. NPR reporters weigh in on what to expect from the new Democratic majority.

Merrill Lynch, the world's largest brokerage, says its chief executive, Stan O'Neal, has retired, effective immediately. Alberto Cribiore will lead the search for O'Neal's replacement.

4:45 PM Update Storm cells are moving toward the WKMS listening area from Southeast Missouri. A tornado watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. The next…

The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office dropped official misconduct charges Friday against the county high school principal and the local school district…

Gov. Bill Lee released on Tuesday his plan to reopen schools across Tennessee.The governor expects most districts will return to in-person in the next few…

Lines at salad chains in New York City are wrapping around the block, the New York Post reports, as people seek out fresh greens in an effort to live out their healthy New Year resolutions.