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As the school year begins, many principals are leading their schools for the first time. Keeping principals is a problem in many schools, and high-poverty, urban districts often have particularly high rates of turnover. Some experts say that revolving door can hurt student achievement.

Some big companies are using talent management software to narrow the pool of job applicants before an employer reviews the resumes. Human resources officials say in today's economy, the systems are crucial. But employment seekers often find the software puts them at a disadvantage.

Armando, also known as Mando, is played by Puerto Rico-born actor Ismael Cruz Cordova. The young actor speaks with host Michel Martin about his role on Sesame Street and the show's new focus on Hispanic heritage.

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with political reporter Sarah McCammon about a Donald Trump tweet that contained white supremacist imagery, and the backlash it received.

"Why should we believe that it's going to be different this time than it's been in the past?" Sen. Jeanne Shaheen asked Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Robert Neller.

Democrat Erin Cole does not consider herself a political person, but has been on a career track to run for political office for quite some time. The…

Environmental advocates say that New York State officials could do a better job of cleaning up pollution sites caused by the fossil fuels industry that…

Two congressional committees travel to the town of Tomah, Wis., on Monday to hold a hearing on the VA hospital there. The hospital has been singled out for over prescribing opiates to vets.

The Chicago City Council approved a new oversight agency to investigate police shootings, though critics say the measure lacks transparency and shows that the city is still not ready for reform.

The latest on what we know about the suspect behind the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.