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On this day in 1871, Nannette Gardner became the first Michigan woman to vote in a general election. As a wealthy widow, she convinced Detroit City Officials to allow her to vote since she had no husband to represent her interests. Her story gained fame, and she expressed surprise at the attention, noting that many men vote without comment.

Former Costa Rican President Óscar Arias Sánchez, who likened President Trump to "Roman emperor" earlier this year, says he fears the U.S. revoked his visa over criticisms of Trump.

NCAA president Charlie Baker discusses a proposed settlement between college athletes and the NCAA for making direct payments to players for their name, image and likeness.

Elton John partnered with Brandi Carlile for a new album of duets, Who Believes in Angels? But the project almost fell apart during its first recording sessions.

The company helped launch the software industry and bring a computer to every desktop. Hit products like Windows and the Xbox became household names – but does anyone remember the Zune?

Businesses and markets reeling from Trump's expanded trade war, small retailers in the U.S. react to the new Trump tariffs, Trump downplaying the role of far-right activist in firings of NSC staff.

Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., talks with NPR's Michel Martin about the impact President Trump's tariffs are having on the automotive industry in Michigan, which still drives the state's economy.

President Trump is downplaying reports that right wing provocateur Laura Loomer influenced the firing of multiple National Security Council officials.

Last month, President Trump claimed "nobody has ever heard of" Lesotho. Now, this month, the tiny southern African country has been dealt a massive blow by Trump's tariffs.

University leaders are under pressure to comply with federal executive orders and policy changes or risk losing federal funding. Some college presidents say that makes their jobs more challenging.