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Several hikers have died there this month, where temperatures can top 109 degrees in the shade.

With immunity ruling, the Supreme Court is again the focus of politics. Hurricane Beryl is so strong, in part because of record high ocean temps. Catholic Church names its first millennial saint.

The leader of the far-right group known as the Proud Boys faces new charges. Mexico's leader snubs the Summit of the Americas. And voters cast their ballots in seven state primary races.

The Kentucky Republican has served more than 40 years in the chamber, and became one of the most consequential and divisive legislators in recent history.

The FBI releases more information gleaned from the Chinese spy balloon, satellite data suggest Russia is draining a key reservoir in Ukraine, U.S. senators had tough questions for Southwest Airlines.

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott can be heard telling stories from her native South. She covers the latest news and politics, and is attuned to the region's rich culture and history.

Meghan Jensen of Mystic, Conn., is among 20 high school students competing in the National High School Recipe Contest in Denver, Colo. The students are vying for full scholarships to Johnson & Wales University. Jensen is competing in the dessert category. Her recipe is "Mystical Orange Berry Delight," a dessert in the shape of a sailboat and inspired by the Mystic Seaport area.

Six years ago, USA Gymnastics was on the brink of collapse after a sexual abuse scandal. Now, a new generation of leadership is trying to steer the organization in a new direction.

Health care vans that provided COVID testing and vaccines in the pandemic are now providing a range of health services in hard-to-reach communities. New access to federal funds could expand the trend.

Psychiatrist Anna Lembke's new book explores the brain's connection between pleasure and pain. It also helps explain addictions — not just to drugs and alcohol, but also to food, sex and smartphones.