The deal to release five Taliban detainees for an American prisoner of war is drawing starkly different reactions in Washington.

Tuesday’s primary elections feature some closely watched contests and will feature the top-two primary system for all races statewide -- a first in California’s election history.

Shoe e-tailer Zappos is ditching job postings and trying out a new way to recruit workers. The Las Vegas-based company recently announced that it won’t be posting wanted ads for the 400-plus jobs it plans to fill this year.

David Folkenflik, NPR media correspondent, has covered his fair share of difficult stories worldwide.

Patt Morrison and Larry Mantle invite YOU to test your knowledge about some of the candidates appearing in the June 3 primary election.