Dec 2nd, 2008 · Hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants are deported to Mexico every year, but a majority of them are dropped just across the border in Tijuana or Nogales. Some who have lived their whole lives in America want to return to their families, lives and jobs in the United States.
Nov 27th, 2008 · The most intense political season in recent history is behind us. But now many families are coming together around the Thanksgiving dinner table for the first time since the elections. Slate.com's chief political correspondent John Dickerson, speaks with host Alex Cohen about how to navigate the political discussions.
Nov 27th, 2008 · Relatives can be an important ingredient to a successful Thanksgiving. Classical music commentator Miles Hoffman points out some important musical relatives of Mozart, Bach, Schumann and Mendelssohn.
Nov 26th, 2008 · From deluxe state welcoming centers to road-side shacks, rest stops are an essential part of any long car trip. With many families taking to the roads for the Thanksgiving holiday, Talk of the Nation wants to know: What's your favorite rest stop?
Nov 20th, 2008 · There has been a lot of talk about the current economic crisis being "the country's worst since the Great Depression." Listeners who remember the Depression of the 1930s share memories of how their families pulled through hard times.
Nov 20th, 2008 · Across the country, state health care programs are cutting back on funding for families with disabled children. The result is that more families struggle to get the health care they need for their children with disabilities and serious health care needs.
Nov 13th, 2008 · Many banks are raising their fees for late payments and account overdrafts. Critics say this is exacerbating the problems of families with financial woes. We look at why banks are still passing the buck to consumers, despite bailout money on the way.
Nov 8th, 2008 · At 60, Maj. James Richards Jr. is in Iraq because he heard the call to duty after Sept. 11. He had retired from the Navy in 1993, but re-enlisted. He and his wife, Angela, must now face a situation familiar to military families across America.