Millions of Americans are under heat advisories as high temperatures roast the U.S. The National Weather Service had issued heat advisories for parts of at least 15 states, including in several major cities such as Philadelphia, Columbus and Boston. Read more on NPR

Federal student aid still up in the air for many This year’s college application process was supposed to get easier. That’s because last year, the U.S. Department of Education announced changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. The problems with the FAFSA form began last fall. And with August and September…

Tropical Storm Alberto, the first of the season, drenches Texas en route to Mexico The first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season has arrived. Tropical Storm Alberto is heading west towards Mexico, bringing heavy rains, coastal flooding and possible hurricanes to Texas. Read more on NPR