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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Kaiser Health News reporter Markian Hawryluk about a new report detailing how even telemedicine appointments can subject patients to exorbitant "facility fees."

With the Illinois economy and state finances in bad shape, Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn has a rough re-election ahead of him. But he's been counted out before and his likely GOP foe has flaws of his own.

Nearly half the 8 million people who bought health insurance through the state and federal exchanges signed up in the last six weeks. Florida enrolled 39 percent of those eligible, despite opposition.

Diablo IV teems with demonic life and nearly endless possibilities. Is it enough to redeem Activision Blizzard in the eyes of their fans?

Rebecca Paul Hargrove, who created two state lotteries and now runs a third, understands what makes a lottery program work.

From Texas Standard: If you want a taste of white-tail deer in Texas, your best bet is to go out and shoot one, because you can't buy it at the grocery...

No one knows for sure right now how many of the estimated 14 million people who buy their own coverage are getting cancellation notices, but the numbers appear to be big. Some insurers report discontinuing 20 percent of their individual business, while other insurers have notified up to 80 percent of policyholders that they will have to change plans.

The latest labor report indicates a slowdown in job growth, but many economists aren't buying it. They say other data paint a stronger picture, but the jobs numbers may delay higher interest rates.

A study by AAA found 16.5 million Americans buy premium gas when their cars don't need it. Director of Automotive Engineering Greg Brannon says drivers waste money when they unnecessarily use premium.

Democrats will have to defend three seats in the region. And two of those seats could draw heated primary races, too.