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We've heard from teachers nationwide about our investigation into Ballou High School. They say they see the same where they are: chronic absenteeism and pressure on teachers to pass students.

When Sen. Ted Cruz threw his hat into the ring, it happened first on Twitter. Political news is breaking more and more on social media, and both sides face different challenges in reaching out.

The duo behind a web-based food show is featuring personal, positive portraits of immigrant families. Their goal: to shift thinking outside the "liberal bubble" — by using targeted posts on Facebook.

Our call-out on Facebook for people to share their experiences of the health care system yielded wrenching tales of bankruptcies, medical errors, and delayed or foregone treatment.

Only 120,000 jobs were added to the U.S. economy in March, far fewer than expected. Still, the unemployment rate fell to 8.2 percent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Host Michel Martin speaks with NPR Senior Business Editor Marilyn Geewax, and they hear from NPR Facebook fans sharing stories about finding work in a tough economy.

The harassment campaigns are organized online, raising questions about what role social media platforms should play in preventing abuse.

A K-pop blockbuster lands atop this week's Billboard albums chart, but it's not the one you might be expecting.

Hip-hop mogul Sean Combs has launched his own channel for cable. Revolt TV aims to bring a new generation - and its love of social media - to music television. Guest host Celeste Headlee discusses the venture with NPR television correspondent and critic Eric Deggans.

As they struggle with disasters and other crises, police, fire and other public officials are spending an increasing amount of time and resources knocking down rumors spreading on social media.

Inspired by a viral Facebook post, Muslim women around the world are sharing their stories of being groped and fondled in the holiest place in the Islamic world.