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The new exhibit space built into the memorial's long-hidden "undercroft" will explore the history of President Lincoln and the monument that honors him. Construction is expected to finish in 2026.

The 14-year-old was killed by two white men in 1955 after a white woman accused him of flirting with her. The medal will be on display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

The civil rights icon spent nearly 60 years in public service, including more than three decades representing the Atlanta area. Now, the USPS is paying homage to his years of work.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer helped write the blueprint for Americana music, with songwriting credits including "The Weight" and "Up on Cripple Creek."

When Dara-Lynn Weiss saw her daughter gaining a lot of weight, she put her on a strict diet. That decision made Weiss the target of criticism from her daughter, her friends and people who didn't even know her. Weiss talks about the experience, which she chronicled in her new memoir, The Heavy: A Mother, A Daughter, A Diet.

The FIA, the governing body of Formula 1, said it's considering measures to better prepare drivers to race in extreme heat, such as improving cockpit airflow.

Former President Jimmy Carter served as president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, with a focus on human rights-centered policies.

It's Black History Month and the Up First newsletter wants to highlight local history makers. Do you know anyone who has made a difference and should be celebrated this month? If so, we want to hear.

Michael Graczyk has been witnessing and writing about executions in Texas for 30 years as a criminal justice reporter for The Associated Press. One challenge, he says, is not falling into a formula.

In an exclusive interview with NPR, the top federal prosecutor for the District of Columbia describes how investigators are building their case.