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California State Sen. Fran Pavley discusses the new legislation she introduced, in response to the ongoing natural gas leak.

A hands-on tour of the city's landmark Italian Market includes time to appreciate the scents and sounds — and opportunities to sample the district's delicious chocolate, cheeses and fresh pastas.

The company recently bought the Teavana chain and has opened its first tea bar in New York City. Some say the beverage giant's move into tea could hurt small tea shops; others say they'll be in a good position to compete the way independent coffee shops compete with Starbucks.

California lawmakers are proposing new limits on the ability of parents to opt out of vaccinations. It's a response to a measles outbreak that originated in that state.

Here are some of the many powerful essays we've come across in the aftermath of this tragedy.

Many teachers in urban schools don't understand their students or the places they live, says author and educator Christopher Emdin.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday held her first public appearance with her choice for Lieutenant Governor, Brian Benjamin a State Senator from Harlem.

A Justice Department report says the St. Louis County Family Court violates the constitutional rights of children and routinely discriminates against black children.

The cultural highlights for our region this weekend include some much-needed comedy, Broadway, classical, jazz, modern opera, folk music … plus a whole lot more.

The Republican presidential candidates are all making their pitches at the Sunshine Summit in Florida on Friday. NPR explores what is on most of voters minds and what they make of the candidates so far.