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The Mendelssohns grew up making music together in Berlin at the beginning of the 19th century. Felix, younger by four years, became one of history's most brilliant composers. Fanny, a strong-willed pianist but worried about her worth as a composer, has been neglected.

Texas sheriffs have erected surveillance cameras along the border with Mexico and connected them to the Internet, inviting people to help catch drug smugglers and illegal immigrants. Since November, more than 43,000 people have signed up as online monitors for the controversial program.

Obama administration sources tell NPR they won't try to stop the release of Jonathan Pollard, who was convicted of spying for Israel and is eligible for parole in the fall.

Jim Jordan wants to be speaker of the House, and he has the support of some House Republicans. But back home, opinions are mixed about his quest and about how Congress is — or is not — working.

Florida schools can use the curriculum from a conservative radio host and finance adviser to satisfy a financial literacy requirement. Critics say it lacks academic rigor and includes Bible verses.

A man in Oregon gave his grandkids a bus for Christmas, so he can drive them all to school each morning at the same time. He named the bus "Grandfather Express."

E-cigarettes hit the market about 20 years ago, and became a hit among teenagers. A new survey, however, finds far fewer teens used e-cigarettes over the past year.

NPR's Audie Cornish talks with singer-songwriter K.Flay about her song "Sister," her latest album Solutions, and redefining sibling relationships.

We're joined by two correspondents who have been watching results come in: senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and national political correspondent Don Gonyea.

A lot of people look forward to celebrating Independence Day with fireworks, but those booming explosions can make many pets startled and anxious.