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Marsha Lewis, a semi-retired teacher, is one of the volunteers helping Syrian refugee Fadi al-Asmi, standing in the kitchen of Hartford's City Steam Brewery. Asmi, who co-owned a pastry shop in Damascus, now makes desserts at this Hartford cafe.

For Syrian Refugees In Connecticut, A Helping Hand From Private Volunteers

Refugees are adjusting to life in Connecticut, where a program pairs them with private citizens who provide support for their resettlement. "I have a chance as much as anybody else," says one refugee.

U.S. Presidential Election Interferes With Ratification Of TPP

Steve Inskeep talks to Miriam Sapiro, who helped negotiate the Trans-Pacific Partnership, about why U.S. pacts with Europe and the Pacific Rim are faltering, and why that's a big deal for the U.S.

A sign at the Lopez Ridge Park in Mira Mesa saying irrigation is off in the area because of the drought, June 15, 2015.

San Diego Lags On Water Savings, Mirroring Statewide Trend

Customers of about half of the water districts in San Diego County used more water in February than the same month in 2013.

An Afghan soldier stands at a mortar training range near Kandahar, Afghanistan. The Afghan forces are still receiving help from the U.S. as they battle the Taliban. This photo was taken by NPR's David Gilkey shortly before he was killed by the Taliban on June 5.

Afghanistan: A Tragic Return To A War With No End

The most critical question in Afghanistan today is whether the Afghan military can keep the country safe from the Taliban. An NPR team went looking for the answer, and two of the group were killed.

Demonstrators calling for an end to gun violence and the resignation of Mayor Rahm Emanuel march through downtown Chicago on December 31. More than 500 Chicagoans have been killed so far in 2016.

As Emanuel Pitches More Help For Kids, Violence-Weary Chicagoans Expect Little

Rahm Emanuel promises a "comprehensive solution" for the violence that's killed 500 this year, but neighborhood leaders say his administration is too damaged and his priorities too misplaced.

Afghanistan: A Tragic Return To A War With No End

The most critical question in Afghanistan today is whether the Afghan military can keep the country safe from the Taliban. An NPR team went looking for the answer, and two of the group were killed.

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks at a rally at Osceola Heritage Park, in Kissimmee, Fla.

New Emails Raise Questions About Ties Between Clinton Foundation and State Dept.

Emails obtained by conservative group Judicial Watch fuel allegations the Clinton Foundation worked to compensate donors by providing access at the State Department during Hillary Clinton's tenure.

Hikes In Employees' Health Premiums To Outpace Raises Again

Most employees at large companies should expect a 5 percent increase in their health insurance premiums in 2017 and few changes to the coverage and features.

Hikes In Employees' Health Premiums To Outpace Raises Again

Most employees at large companies should expect a 5 percent increase in their health insurance premiums in 2017 and few changes to the coverage and features.

Assaga camp in Niger is home to some 6,000 refugees, either displaced within the country or from across the border in Nigeria.

One Mother's Perspective On What It's Like To Be A Refugee

She's one of a record 65 million refugees in the world today. Home is now a makeshift camp in Niger, buffeted by Sahara desert sands and winds.

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