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Osama bin Laden's top deputy, Ayman al-Zawahiri, is reportedly cornered by Pakistani soldiers near the Afghan border. The United States has offered a $25 million reward for the Egyptian-born Zawahiri's capture. Pakistani officials say a fierce battle with al Qaeda fighters is being waged. NPR's Eric Westervelt reports.

Pakistani authorities say they believe their troops have cornered Osama bin Laden's top deputy, Ayman al-Zawahiri, near the Afghan-Pakistan border. Pakistani forces are engaged in a fierce battle there with tribal leaders and al Qaeda fighters. U.S. officials say they cannot confirm the reports. Hear NPR's Mary Louise Kelly.

The Nationals have claimed a wild-card spot and are a half-game ahead of Milwaukee for the first NL wild card after sweeping a pair from the Phillies, 4-1…

Also: FBI officials say missing texts affiliated with the Russia investigation are recovered; Trump is sorry for retweeting anti-Muslim tweets; and French shoppers brawl over discounted Nutella.

By Alan ChartockDenver, CO – The No. 1 issue at the Democratic National Convention has been healthcare, according to New York Representative Michael…

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/wamc/local-wamc-866308.mp3Albany, NY – Senator Charles Schumer says Hiram Monserrate should resign…

Three years after supporters of Donald Trump violently stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, the future of the criminal cases against the rioters may hinge on the presidential election.

Though more Republican-held seats are up for grabs in November, Democratic struggles mean the GOP has improved its likelihood to take control of the Senate. Here are the key contests to watch.

Vermont officials are cautiously optimistic that the state's health insurance exchange will meet next week's deadline for smooth operations.When Vermont…

In the NHL, the Rangers had a 4-1 verdict over the Islanders, the Bruins downed the Sabres, 5-1, the Penguins earned a 4-1 win over the Canucks and the Wild outscored the Devils, 3-2.