Alana Wise
Alana Wise is a politics reporter on the Washington desk at NPR.
Before joining NPR, Alana covered beats including American gun culture, the aviation business and the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Through her reporting, Alana has covered such events as large protests, mass shootings, boardroom uprisings and international trade fights.
Alana is a graduate of Howard University in Washington, D.C., and an Atlanta native.
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For the first time on record, renewable energy generated more electricity for the planet than coal, a new report says. -
Cornell University will receive $5.1 million as the Trump administration seeks to find a source and cure for autism. -
National parks across the country face conflicting demands and uncertainty as a result of the ongoing federal funding dispute. -
The National Hurricane Center said Tropical Storm Imelda could intensify as it approaches the East Coast. South Carolina's governor declared a state of emergency. -
President Trump is authorizing the deployment of troops to "protect" Portland and ICE facilities there from "domestic terrorists" as he expands his controversial deployments to more U.S. cities. -
A fan caught Cal Raleigh's history-making 60th home run ball. He promptly turned the valuable memento over to 12-year-old Marcus Ruelos. -
A virtual exhibit from the White House Historical Association showcases presidential fashions — and how presidents have used clothes to make a statement. -
The Pentagon is implementing new guidelines that will require journalists to sign a pledge and agree to report only approved and officially released information. -
Research published this month found that even in pristine, untouched areas, insect populations are still on the decline. Climate change is a likely culprit. -
The Harlem Hellfighters, who became legends for their service during World War I, were honored this week with a Congressional Gold Medal.
