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A rebel fighter raises his weapon after firing a missile Sunday toward Syrian government troops in the northern city of Aleppo. Syria's largest city has been the scene of heavy fighting for the past three months. Both sides control part of the city, and the fight has been a stalemate recently.

In Syria's Biggest City, A Deadly Stalemate

It's been more than three months since rebels in Syria launched an offensive to take the northern city of Aleppo. In the early days of the offensive, the rebels took about half the city. But since then, neither the rebels nor government forces have managed to gain the upper hand.

The Environmental Protection Agency found Hyundai and its sister company, Kia, overstated the fuel economy ratings on about 900,000 cars.

EPA Cites Hyundai, Kia For Inflating Gas Mileage On 900,000 Cars

The Environmental Protection Agency says the two South Korean carmakers, owned by the same parent company, overstated the gas mileage on 900,000 vehicles over the past three years. The automakers say they will reimburse customers by covering the additional fuel costs.

Karl Rove, the founder of Crossroads GPS and a former adviser to President George W. Bush, at the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla., on Aug. 28.

Crossroads GPS Redefines 'Social Welfare' Political Action

It has been seen for decades as a fundamental premise of campaign finance: The public has an absolute right to know who gave and who got, so it can make an informed judgment as to what those contributors might want, and then hold elected officials accountable. But the rules have changed.

Sen. Scott Brown, R-Mass., shakes hands with Democratic challenger Elizabeth Warren at their Oct. 1 debate in Lowell, Mass. The race is one of a handful of contests that could determine party control of the Senate.

The Battle For Congress: Senate And House Races To Watch

Republicans need a net gain of just three or four seats to take over the Senate and — assuming they keep the House — consolidate influence on Capitol Hill. Despite the favorable election arithmetic, Republicans are foundering in several key Senate races and face an uphill battle.

N.J. Gov. Christie Chats With 'The Boss'

Chris Christie has attended more than 100 Bruce Springsteen concerts without meeting 'The Boss.' But last week, President Obama hooked up the Republican governor and the Democratic supporter.

A woman is accompanied by her dog as she casts her vote on in South Philadelphia, Pa.

It's Election Day: 10 Headlines That Tell Today's Story

After months of campaigning and some $2 billion spent by both campaigns, it means political junkies and the country will finally get some answers.

Update From Ohio: Ballot Dispute

Ohio is possibly the most important state in this presidential race. A challenge over early voting there has turned into a dispute over provisional ballots.

A satellite image of the clouds and storms over the United States.

Evacuation Ordered In Brick, N.J., Ahead Of Intense Nor'Easter

Some of the areas already pounded by Superstorm Sandy will receive winds of up to 60 mph. There is also a chance for snow with the system.

Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney and wife Ann Romney vote in Belmont, Mass., on Tuesday.

PHOTO: Mitt And Ann Romney Cast Their Ballots In Massachusetts

Vice President Biden also voted near his home in Delaware and he hinted this may not be his last campaign.

Ohio And Florida: Checking In With Two Key States

Ohio and Florida could decide the election — or delay the results for days to come. NPR reporters in Tampa, Fla., and the Columbus, Ohio, area talk with Morning Edition hosts about what people are talking about at the polls and possible challenges.

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