Opinion: Political texts are pinging off the rails NPR’s Scott Simon wishes we could text them back when politicians message us asking for campaign donations. Read more on NPR

Can someone find out who you voted for? No. Here is what you should know As Election Day approaches, many Americans are questioning the secrecy of their ballots. We explain what you should know about privacy and casting a ballot. Read more on NPR

A controversial but effective treatment for meth addiction gains ground Policymakers in California embrace a proven but unorthodox treatment for meth and cocaine addiction: Give people gift cards to stay off the drugs. Read more on NPR

The Menendez brothers’ murder case is getting a fresh look. Here’s why In 1996, Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Los Angeles prosecutors said this week they are taking another look at the case. Read more on NPR

Three states show how abortion, schools and taxes are at stake in legislature races New legislatures could overhaul school vouchers in Arizona, give the Democratic governor more clout in Kansas, and counter a progressive trend in Minnesota. Read more on NPR

A coal power plant demolition serves as a poignant historical moment for the Navajo For six decades, coal has provided for — and polluted — the Navajo Nation. Demolition of a power plant brings mixed emotions. Read more on NPR

Trump is returning to Butler, the site of the 1st assassination attempt against him The rally will mark Trump’s first time back in the Pennsylvania city since the failed assassination attempt against him in July. The guest list will include a shooting survivor, as well as Elon Musk. Read more on NPR

The tricky etiquette of parenting in public Your little one is having a meltdown at the park. Everyone is looking at you. What do you do? A psychologist offers parents advice on how to help their kid (and themselves) navigate the chaos. Read more on NPR

As Oct. 7 approaches, synagogues and mosques bolster security Mosques and synagogues in the U.S. are bolstering security ahead of Oct. 7, the one-year mark of the Hamas-led attack in Israel. Read more on NPR

Biden says small business disaster loan program will soon run out of money President Biden says Congress needs to shore up a small business disaster loans fund, and fast. Meanwhile, the response to Hurricane Helene has become a presidential election issue. Read more on NPR