Mar 14th, 2010 · President Obama has praised Wisconsin Republican Paul Ryan for his ideas on deficit reduction. But most congressional Democrats are up in arms over his proposals, which include partial privatization of Medicare and Social Security.
Mar 14th, 2010 · President Obama has praised Wisconsin Republican Paul Ryan for his ideas on deficit reduction. But most congressional Democrats are up in arms over his proposals, which include partial privatization of Medicare and Social Security.
Mar 13th, 2010 · For many small towns, the long, haunting sound of a train whistle is a sign of old world charm. But for people living near those train whistles, the charm wears off quickly. Flagstaff, Ariz., is the latest town to silence its train whistles, after federal rules have allowed this safety feature to be replaced by wayside whistles and cameras. Nationally, there are fewer towns willing to tolerate the noise.
Mar 6th, 2010 · A New Jersey school district is being sued for disciplining students caught drinking at weekend parties. Opponents say it potentially violates students' constitutional rights to punish them at school for off-campus behavior that does not affect school safety.
Mar 3rd, 2010 · A new analysis puts the annual cost of foodborne illness at $152 billion. Problems with fruits and vegetables cost $39 billion. The figures underscore the need for better regulation of food safety, says the nonprofit group behind the report.
Mar 2nd, 2010 · A national survey of parents found more than 1 in 10 had refused a vaccine over worries about safety. Twenty-five percent agreed with the proposition that "some vaccines cause autism in healthy children." Researchers conclude better communication is needed.
Feb 28th, 2010 · In some "open carry" states, businesses are allowed to ban guns in their stores. And some have, creating political confrontations with gun owners. But Starbucks, the largest chain targeted, has refused to take the bait, saying in a statement this month that it follows state and local laws and has its own safety measures in its stores.
Feb 28th, 2010 · With concerns over energy costs, diminishing resources and climate control, the Obama administration is pushing for more nuclear power. This month, the president pledged $8 billion in loan guarantees, some of which would go to America's first new nuclear plant in nearly three decades. Host Guy Raz explores what advocates hope will be a nuclear renaissance — and the issues of safety and waste disposal that still concern opponents.