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This file photo shows Alabama's lethal injection chamber at Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Ala. Inmate Domineque Ray was put to death Thursday night without his spiritual adviser present in the chamber.

Justices Let Alabama Execute Death Row Inmate Who Wanted Imam By His Side

Domineque Ray said the state was violating his constitutional rights by only offering a Christian chaplain. The high court ruled 5-4 that the execution could go ahead as planned.

News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit

We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.

Salvador Cortez, surveys debris in his front yard in Houston after Hurricane Harvey last year.

As Climate Costs Grow, Some See A Moneymaking Opportunity

Extreme weather cost Americans over $300 billion last year. Scientists say climate change will bring more of that. Entrepreneurs and businesses see a new market in gauging risk.

Grace Hospital in Morganton, N.C., was funded in part by the Hill-Burton Act. Construction began in 1969.

A Bygone Era: When Bipartisanship Led To Health Care Transformation

A federal law enacted shortly after the end of World War II provided grants and loans to fund hospital construction that have left a lasting legacy.

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine is in talks with international companies who might want to take over management of the International Space Station.

Space Station For Sale: NASA Administrator Is In Talks With International Companies

NASA's Jim Bridenstine says he is interested in private corporations taking over management of the International Space Station consortium.

Russian honor guards perform during an international military and music festival on Moscow's Red Square in August.

Spy Bosses Warn Of Foreign Interference As Feds Unseal New Russia Charges

The intelligence agencies said the threat of foreign interference persists; DOJ unsealed a criminal case against a Russian accused of being the top accountant for Moscow's disinformation effort.

Many Food and Drug Administration activities will continue despite the partial federal shutdown.

As Partial Shutdown Continues, FDA Prepares To Furlough Employees

About 40 percent of the Food and Drug Administration employees will go on unpaid leave starting Wednesday. The remaining staffers will respond to emergencies and continue work funded by user fees.

Leon Beers, a retired railroad engineer who lives near Sacramento, Calif., has a form of Parkinson's disease. His live-in caregiver, Timothy Wehe, helps him get outside using a walker.

Lifting Medicare's Annual Limits On Physical Therapy Helps Ease Patients' Pain

Last month's congressional budget deal included some benefits for Medicare recipients that may reduce their drug expenses and increase the coverage for certain therapies.

Christy Torres of Foundations Communities in Austin contacts people who bought insurance on Healthcare.Gov. to tell them it's almost time to renew.

With Federal Funds Cut, Others Must Lead Health Insurance Sign-Up Efforts

Since the Trump administration slashed outreach funds and shortened the enrollment period to sign up for Affordable Care Act plans, local groups struggle to get the word out to Latinos and others.

County Supervisor Dianne Jacob talks during a meeting in downtown San Diego, Jan. 8, 2019.

Jacob Pitches More Housing, Mental Health Care During State Of The County Speech

Supervisor Dianne Jacob unveiled numerous proposals Wednesday, including improved mental health treatment and affordable housing, during the annual State of the County speech.

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