The 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago introduced the world to Shredded Wheat, Pabst Blue Ribbon beer and the Ferris Wheel. At the same time, the Windy City was also home to the nation’s first urban serial killer. Erik Larson’s new book tells the story of the architect who masterminded the fair’s success against staggering obstacles, and of a young doctor who built a hotel to hide his murderous ways.
As the GOP presidential field continues to balloon, Jonathan Weisman of the New York Times discusses which candidates to watch and what the campaign so far says about Donald Trump's hold on the Republican Party.
This week saw heightened tensions in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. A wave of drone strikes hit the Russian capital Tuesday morning, bringing the war to Moscow for the first…
As the nation counts down to default, Diane talks to longtime Congress watcher Norm Ornstein about the debt limit negotiations, what's at stake and whether he sees a way forward.
As President Biden's visit to Hiroshima dredges up memories of World War II, Diane talks to historian Evan Thomas about his new book, "Road to Surrender," the story of America's decision to drop the atomic bomb.
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