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Sarepta Therapeutics was awarded a voucher for a fast-track drug review by the Food and Drug Administration when the company's medicine for Duchenne muscular dystropy was approved Sept. 19. Now Sarepta is looking to sell the voucher to the highest bidder.

Are Golden Tickets That Speed Drugs Through FDA Worthwhile?

A voucher awarded to a company that finds a treatment for a rare childhood disease can be sold to the highest bidder and then used to fast-track the review of another drug. Are the prizes worth it?

In a new survey, 60 percent of 18-29 year olds say they support U.S. combat troops to fight ISIS. But, 62 percent say they would definitely not join the fight.

Millennials Want To Send Troops To Fight ISIS, But Don't Want To Serve

A comprehensive new poll from the Harvard Institute of Politics dives into the politics of the nation's 18-29 year olds. The poll also looked at support for Bernie Sanders and immigration.

This view of Tropical Storm Harvey flooding in Houston on Tuesday shows why even the storm-hardy Waffle House had to close two of its restaurants in the city.

Harvey Makes Landfall In Louisiana As Houston Copes With Record Rainfall

The death tally rose Wednesday after recovery workers in Harris County were finally able to reach a white van that a rescued man had told them was holding several family members.

Patrick Stewart (center) is a club owner who also leads a group of white supremacists in "Green Room."

'Green Room' Serves Up Claustrophobic Horror

Patrick Stewart proves he's very good at being bad

Sonoma County Sheriff Rob Giordano updates the media on evacuation and search-and-rescue efforts on Oct. 11, as wildfires devastate the county. At a more recent news conference, Giordano struck down wildfire-related rumors circulating on social media.

Are Social Media Sites Doing Enough To Combat Rumors And False News?

As they struggle with disasters and other crises, police, fire and other public officials are spending an increasing amount of time and resources knocking down rumors spreading on social media.

Puerto Rico's governor demanded the cancellation of a controversial $300 million contract with Montana-based Whitefish Energy. More than a month after Hurricane Maria hit, a majority of customers remain without power on the island.

Puerto Rico's Power Authority Cancels Controversial Whitefish Contract

The move came after Gov. Ricardo Rosselló called to revoke the $300-million contract awarded to the tiny Montana-based company.

Arnaldo Silva with his daughter Vanessa at StoryCorps.

For Dad And Daughter Fighting Breast Cancer, Grit Runs In The Family

Arnaldo Silva and his daughter Vanessa supported each other through chemotherapy treatments several years ago. Now, they are facing another fight.

Protesters yell during a July 18 rally in Cleveland against Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Trump Faces A More Skeptical Public Than Any Incoming President Since 1989

Just 41 percent of Americans say they approve of how well the president-elect has explained his future plans and policies. But Democratic fears appear to have cooled substantially since October.

Donald Trump waits to step onto the portico for his presidential inauguration on Jan. 20.

Some Of 2017's Biggest National Stories, In Pictures

As the year draws to a close and the news cycle continues to reset every day, let's pause and revisit some of the most important news events from 2017.

Judge Neil Gorsuch is sworn in on the first day of his Supreme Court confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill on March 20, 2017.

A 'Nuclear' Senate Showdown Next Week Appears All But Inevitable

If Senate Democrats are determined to oppose the Supreme Court nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch, Senate Republicans are just as determined to confirm him.

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