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U.S. continues to add to its gold tally at the Milan-Cortina Olympics
The United States continues to make a strong showing at the Milan-Cortina Olympics as it adds to its already strong medal tally heading into the final hours of the Games.
Small businesses survive with support from their communities, Chicago's Next Voices columnist writes
A 2025 survey found a drop in future confidence among small business owners. Next Voices columnist Lashaunta Moore's response was to make a 12-month plan to buy products and services from local firms.
A huge study finds a link between cannabis use in teens and psychosis later
Researchers followed more than 400,000 teens until they were adults. It found that those who used marijuana were more likely to develop serious mental illness, as well as depression and anxiety.
5 Tips To Pick a Perfectly Fresh, Ripe Lemon Every Time
To choose a ripe, juicy lemon, look for one with a bright yellow peel that feels firm and heavy. The fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C.
Letters to Sports: Apology or not, UCLA coach Mick Cronin must go
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on Mick Cronin and his coaching style, Luc Robitaille and the Olympics, as well as other topics.
Stop picking at your cuticles! 7 ways to keep your nails healthy and strong
Should you trim your cuticles? How do you cut a hangnail? Is it better to use a cardboard or crystal file? Dermatologists and a nail technician share basic nail health tips.
High school basketball playoffs: Boys' and girls' Friday scores and schedules
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' Friday playoff basketball scores and upcoming schedules.
Colorado small business owner reacts to Supreme Court tariff ruling
Denver7 followed up with the owner of Outdoor Element, a business to help campers and hikers explore with confidence, after Friday's Supreme Court tariff ruling.
Missouri has embraced sports betting. So why isn’t the state raking in tax revenue?
Missourians bet more than half a billion dollars in the first month of legal sports wagering, but just over $500,000 came back to the state as tax revenue.
Prep baseball/softball roundup: Sophomore Auron Blackledge has impressive debut for Calabasas
In his varsity debut, the second baseman gets three hits, including a home run in his first at-bat, and had three RBIs in Calabasas' defeat of Castaic.
In Berlin, there are movies, there's politics and there's talk about it all
Buzz around whether the city's film festival would take a stance on the war in Gaza has dominated conversation in recent days.
Trump lashes out at justices, announces new 10% global tariff
Trump told reporters that his administration will impose new tariffs by using alternative legal means.
Trump climate health rollback likely to hit poor, minority areas hardest, experts say
The Trump administration’s revocation of a scientific finding that climate change is a danger to public health is likely to affect communities of color the most.
State Politics Affecting Trump’s Push to Limit AI Regulation
The Trump administration plans to sue states for their artificial intelligence laws, but how the push is affecting work on future legislation depends on a state’s politics.
Trump administration plan could indefinity restrict work permits for asylum seekers
A government agency says that, under the plan, new work permit applications for asylum seekers “would be paused for an extended period, possibly many years.”
Facing a mental health crisis, an NJ school pulled a beloved novel from English class
Junot Díaz's The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao was removed from an English class at the public school. PEN America says it's part of a trend of scrubbing literature dealing with uncomfortable topics.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's tariffs as illegal import taxes
Supreme Court rules that Congress, not the president, has the power to impose tariffs.
Teddy Riley says he no longer plans to work with R. Kelly
The veteran R&B producer and musician said an idea to collaborate with Kelly "is not something that will move forward."
Tuning in: Music (and politics) by Request?
As we’ve included more voices in Music by Request, we sometimes get requests that are explicitly political or have a particular point of view about polarizing current events.
Prep talk: Coach Jared Honig has Valencia girls' basketball team in D1 semifinals
Former Granada Hills coach Jared Honig has found home at Valencia High, which is one win from playing for a Southern Section championship.
What I learned watching every sport at the Winter Olympics
Sit down with pop culture critic Linda Holmes as she watches the 2026 winter games. She is exhausted by cross-country, says "ow ow ow" during moguls, and makes the case, once and for all, for curling.
Alysa Liu highlights a day of remarkable comebacks
There is one thing about these Winter Olympics you can say for certain: The U.S. knows how to create drama and excitement.
The Boston accent melts her heart
How are ya? A tough winter has brightened with the voices on the Globe’s Boston Accent Hotline.
Pa. workers spend larger cut of income on employer-sponsored health benefits, new report shows
Some Pennsylvania workers spend about one in every $10 on employer-sponsored health insurance, according to The Commonwealth Fund.
High school water polo: Girls' playoff schedule
Updated schedule for Southern Section water polo playoff games.
High school basketball: Updated boys' and girls' playoff schedule
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' playoff basketball schedule.
Venezuela approves amnesty that may release of hundreds detained for political reasons
Venezuela's acting president has signed into law an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of politicians, activists, lawyers and many others. The approval marks a stark turn for the nation.
Minority business owners highlight community and culture in Great Falls
Minority groups often have unique experiences when moving somewhere new and for Black History Month this year we’re talking to some of our community members on their experiences in Montana.
How Jack Silverstein became Chicago's sports historian
“That’s a self-applied title,” Silverstein said. “I love history, I love sports. I thought that was good branding. I thought ‘Chicago sports historian’ was crisp and gave me something it live up to.”
Want Kids To Have Better SEL Skills? Try Using Sports
In a panel discussion, district leaders and an expert discuss why sports is a great place to learn life skills.
Federal agencies under Trump have been using white nationalist messages : The NPR Politics Podcast
Federal government agencies have repeatedly invoked white nationalist language and images in the year since President Trump returned to the White House for his second term. We discuss the intended target of those messages and what effects they have. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Lon Rosen to take over business operations for the Lakers
Tim Harris, who was part of the organization for more than three decades, will be replaced by new owner Mark Walter's business partner with the Dodgers.
Trump administration slashes away at science, but scientists are pushing back
Pulling the plug on the National Center for Atmospheric Research is part of a "systematic destruction" of American science.
Commentary: The missing quality that defines the flaws in our business and government leadership
We used to expect our business and government leaders to have strength of character. Today that's been replaced by a moral vacuum
Joliette St. Hubert helps Birmingham win another girls' water polo title
Joliette St. Hubert scored eight goals as Birmingham bear Granada Hills 18-9 to be the City’s premier team for a second straight year.
Johnson County small businesses shared tariff concerns with Rep. Sharice Davids
Small business owners in Johnson County are facing mounting financial pressures as tariffs drive up costs for essential supplies, forcing them to make difficult business decisions.
Trump business files for trademark rights on any airports using the president's name
The Trump family company wants to trademark the use of the president’s name on any airport.
Illinois health officials confirm second measles case in Metro East, release exposure locations
Officials warn people may have been exposed to measles in several Metro East communities, including Glen Carbon, Collinsville and Edwardsville.
Lorenzo Hernandez is named football coach at Whittier High
Former Garfield coach Lorenzo Hernandez to take over football program at Whittier
GOP lawmaker proposes measure to block key element of proposed California wealth tax
Kiley says he will introduce the 'Keep Jobs in California Act of 2026.' It would prohibit any state from levying taxes retroactively on people who no longer live there.
Environmental groups sue EPA over climate regulation rollbacks: ‘Politics overriding science’
Last week, the EPA rolled back a key climate finding that gave the federal agency the authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. Wednesday morning, environmental groups took the EPA and its administrator, Lee Zeldin, to court.
Trump says his administration should pay him billions of dollars : The NPR Politics Podcast
President Trump has filed legal claims against the U.S. government and says he should be paid billions of dollars in damages. We discuss the significance of these claims and how Trump uses lawsuits as political tools. This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
From Operation Breadbasket to presidential politics, here's how Rev. Jesse Jackson shaped Chicago
A protege of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson left an indelible mark on Chicago. WBEZ's Somer Van Benton has the story of his legacy in the city.
Trump would like the government he leads to pay him billions
President Trump is asking the federal government for billions of dollars in damages, putting his own Justice Department on the spot and creating an unprecedented ethical morass.
Abby Schnable: Though outside the spotlight, some of Pitt's other sports teams shine bright
If your entire view of Pitt athletics centers on Saturdays in the fall and weeknights in the winter, it probably feels like everything is on fire. The...
NASA’s Hubble Identifies One of Darkest Known Galaxies
Hubble identified a rare dark galaxy — a low-surface-brightness galaxy dominated by dark matter and containing only a sparse scattering of faint stars.
Commentary: RFK Jr.'s attacks on vaccines could undermine American science for generations
RFK Jr.'s attacks on vaccines go beyond changing the childhood immunization schedule. Now he's taking aim at vaccine R&D itself.
These B2B Business Trends Are Defining 2026
Insights surrounding AI adoption, supply chain visibility, evolving B2B customer expectations, and more are uncovered in the latest report from FedEx.
Loyola's volleyball team wants to return to championship ways
Early morning volleyball practices have the Cubs focused on completing some unfinished business: claiming another Southern Section title.
State public-option health plans expand but can't fill gaps left by federal changes
Nevada recently became the third state to offer one of the plans on the ACA marketplaces. They're intended to be a cheaper insurance option but so far they make only a marginal difference in price.
Has the vegan business bubble burst? : It's Been a Minute
Is veganism in its flop era?There was a time when veganism – or plant-based food – seemed to be in ascendency: from the early 2010s when Beyoncé adopted a plant-based diet to its height in 2020, when the retail market for plant-based meat made over a billion dollars in sales. And then… things started getting a little more… meaty. From protein-maxxing to the new food pyramid, the culture seems to have shifted. But what does the plant-based food flop era say about our culture, how we think about our food, and how we feel about our future? Special guest host Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR political correspondent, discusses with writer Rachel Sugar, who wrote a piece on the boom and bust of veganism for New York Magazine, and Mark Bittman, long-time food journalist and former New York Times columnist who has written about veganism since the early 2010s.Support Public Media. Join NPR Plus.Follow Brittany on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR’s Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.
Trump administration is erasing history and science at national parks, lawsuit argues
Conservation and historical organizations sued the Trump administration on Tuesday over National Park Service policies that the groups say erase history and science from America's national parks.
High school water polo: Tuesday's girls' playoff scores
Scores and updated schedule for Southern Section and City Section soccer playoff games.
Prep basketball roundup: JSerra asserts its superiority in Division 1 playoffs
With no Trinity League teams left in Division 1, JSerra advances to semifinals.
Samsung teases Galaxy S26 camera as ‘brightest’ and ‘easiest’ ever, thanks to AI
Samsung is continuing its Galaxy S26 teasers with a new post highlighting “an end-to-end” camera experience that’s brighter and easier...
RFK Jr. pledged more transparency. Here's what the public doesn't know anymore
Health experts say the federal government now shares less public health data, even after Robert F Kennedy Jr. promised “radical transparency.”
How the Rev. Jesse Jackson transformed American politics : Consider This from NPR
The Rev. Jesse Jackson died this week at the age of 84. The civil rights leader, minister, and protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. helped shape the modern Democratic Party.Abby Phillip is an anchor at CNN and the author of A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power. She says Jackson’s impact on politics can be traced back to his 1984 and 1988 failed presidential bids.The top of this episode features additional reporting from NPR's Cheryl Corley.This episode was produced by Erika Ryan and Connor Donevan with audio engineering by Hannah Gluvna and Ted Mebane. It was edited by John Ketchum. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at St. Louis Lambert Airport, Collinsville church
An individual with a confirmed measles case was in the airport on Feb. 7. Meanwhile, Illinois health officials say the same person may have exposed people at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Collinsville.
Here's how the new Portage Crisis Center hopes to bridge the mental health care gap
Where should someone go if they're dealing with a mental health crisis, needing the security of a jail but the care of a hospital?
What's the main thing in Maine's Senate race? : The NPR Politics Podcast
Democrats see Maine as one of their best chances to flip a Republican senate seat in this autumn's midterm elections. We look at Democrats vying to replace Sen. Susan Collins, as well as Collins' chances at winning another term in office.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson, and Maine Public correspondent Kevin Miller.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Northbrook small business joins national campaign against tariffs
The $5 million campaign, called Small Businesses Against Tariffs, aims to spotlight the impact of tariffs on small businesses, workers and consumers.
‘Deadloch’ Season 2: Trailer, release date, cast, and more
The critically acclaimed Australian crime comedy returns as detectives Dulcie Collins and Eddie Redcliffe head to a new town.
Report: Tony Clark to resign as head of MLBPA
The move was made ahead of an expected start of collective bargaining in April for an agreement to replace the five-year labor contract that expires Dec. 1.
Northland seen as paradigm of film industry development
A panel at Explore Minnesota's annual tourism conference highlighted the successes Duluth and the Iron Range have had attracting filmmakers and audiences.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a symbol of Black politics and Black America, dies at 84
Jackson may have been the most recognizable civil rights icon the past half century, but his journey always led him right back to the South Side of Chicago.
Nithya Raman stunned the L.A. political world in 2020. Now, she wants to do it again
Raman's late entry will make it more difficult for her to get endorsements and raise money. She will have to work at double speed to build a campaign infrastructure and tap into bases that have helped her win before.
Olympic curling scandal threatens to forever alter a sport built on a culture of trust
The most troubling aspect of the Olympic curling cheating accusations is that it could mark the official end of the hobbyist foundations of the sport.
Why scientists played make-believe with an ape : Short Wave
Picture this: You’re at a pretend tea party, but instead of sitting across from toddlers in tiaras, you’re clinking cups with Kanzi—an ape with the incredible ability to communicate with humans. NPR science correspondent Nate Rott talked to some scientists who did exactly that. But these scientists weren’t just having pretend tea parties with Kanzi for fun, they were trying to test the limits of his imagination – because humans’ ability to play out “pretend” scenarios in our heads and guess at the potential consequences of our actions is key to how we live our lives. And we might not be the only animals to do it!For more of Nate’s reporting, plus videos of Kanzi, check out the full story on NPR here. Chris Krupenye’s study can be found here.If you liked this episode, you might also like our episode on bonobos and the evolution of niceness, and what insights monkeys offer us for the evolution of human speech. Interested in more science about our brains and their abilities? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Two Armed Men Rob Billings Business, Investigation Ongoing
Billings police are actively investigating an armed robbery that occurred overnight in the city's west end.
High school soccer: Updated playoff schedule
The updated schedule for Southern Section and City Section soccer playoff games.
Rebounding Oregon prepares to host sluggish Minnesota
In a season filled with disappointment, Oregon has a chance to create a small bright spot.
Lakewood expands safety and security grants to all businesses in the city
Reimbursements for safety upgrades between $2,500-$5,000 are available for eligible businesses and projects
Trump administration eliminates greenhouse gas regulations : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Trump administration has rescinded the Environmental Protection Agency’s “endangerment finding,” the scientific finding that greenhouse gas emissions harm the public. We discuss what’s behind the change and what it could mean for Americans.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, climate correspondent Jeff Brady, and political correspondent Ashley Lopez.This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Survey: Small business owners show cautious optimism about economic health in 2026
Small business owners are expressing cautious optimism about 2026, with new survey data revealing companies are increasingly investing in equipment and facilities at levels not seen since late 2023.
God of War Prime Video series: Cast, release date, and details
Prime Video's 'God of War' series is based on PlayStation's hit video game.
Primary care is in trouble. Doctors are banding together to increase market power
As costs increase, primary care practices are joining forces in Independent Physician Associations. The goal is to leverage better insurance contracts, while ensuring doctors still call the shots.
‘The House of the Spirits’ Prime Video release date, cast, plot, and more
The highly anticipated adaptation of the author’s iconic novel stars Alfonso Herrera and Nicole Wallace.
How business banking is becoming a strategic partner
Area financial experts highlight the evolution of their organizations
One Olympic sport still excludes women. This week's viewing numbers could change that
Nordic combined is the only Olympic sport that doesn't allow women to compete, despite athletes' efforts to change that. They say their odds for 2030 hinge on people watching men's events this week.
What happened in Iowa politics the week of Feb. 9-13
Listen as Morning Edition Host Meghan McKinney and IPR's Katarina Sostaric review the latest in Iowa politics.
Canadian cheating controversy clouds curling
The Canadian teams, first the men and then the women, have been accused of double touching the stone during the initial release.
Is that carb ultra-processed? Here's a test even a kid can do
The latest nutrition guidelines urge Americans to avoid highly-processed food. But, when it comes to carbs, many people don't know which ones are ultra-processed. Here's an easy way to find out.
IOC moves closer to reinstating Russia by LA28, but backlash may put its return on ice
The support for Ukrainian athletes at the Milan-Cortina Games suggests there may be challenges with reinstating Russia and Belarus for the LA28 Olympics.
Concerns over autocracy in the U.S. continue to grow
Is America still a democracy? Scholars tell NPR that after the last year under President Trump, the country has slid closer to autocracy or may already be there.
Daygo Eatz celebrates Black-owned businesses during Black History Month
This Black History Month, San Diego is highlighting community events including Daygo Eatz, an annual celebration that brings taste, sound and fun to Imperial Avenue.
No. 2 UCLA thrashes Indiana, wins its 19th straight game
Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice led a pack of UCLA players completely overwhelming Indiana during a 92-48 at Pauley Pavilion on Sunday.
Obama responds to Trump sharing racist AI video depicting him as an ape
"There doesn't seem to be any shame about this among people who used to feel like you had to have some sort of decorum," Obama said in an interview that was posted on YouTube Saturday.
Science & Medicine: An over-the-counter supplement could boost the results of exercise in older adults
A study of two groups of 70-year-olds found that branched-chain amino acids combined with exercise improve physical function and quality of life. Exercise alone did not.
Tribute to late Charlie Kirk illuminates division in Kansas politics on meaning of free speech
Republicans and Democrats in Kansas Legislature take bright-line approach to questions about Charlie Kirk's use of First Amendment right to speech.
Ben Shapiro: The con consuming American politics
The message being sold is simple: Society is rigged, the system is evil.
Prep talk: Derrick Taylor continues his coaching magic at Blair
Blair upset top-seeded Bonita on Friday night to advance in Southern Section Division 4 boys' basketball playoffs.
Contributor: Gaza remains a crisis of children's mental health
As a psychologist in the occupied West Bank, I thought I understood trauma. Then came the call from a dying 5-year-old trapped in Gaza.
The two separate lives of Gavin Newsom detailed in new memoir
In his new memoir "Young Man in a Hurry," Gov. Gavin Newsom writes about the occasional interludes into his father's life charmed by the Getty oil family's affluence and the everyday struggle living with his single mom.
Jordan Stolz sets records, snaps Americans' skid at Winter Olympics
American Jordan Stolz won his second gold medal on Saturday, living up to expectations during a challenging Olympics for U.S. stars.
Scientists get clearest view ever of star collapsing into a black hole. And they very nearly missed it | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
M31-2014-DS1 is a star in the Andromeda Galaxy that underwent a brightening in infrared. Astronomers say it was a star becoming a black hole.
Trump claims victory on affordability as public anxieties persist
Advisers had been encouraging the president to sound more empathetic toward struggling Americans. But as some bright spots emerge, the messaging has shifted.
A consequential presidential debate, and a years-long investigation (Politics+) : The NPR Politics Podcast
In today's bonus episode, Claudia Grisales (congressional correspondent) and Barbara Sprunt (congressional correspondent) each share the "most" memorable story they've worked on. Barbara talks about being in the "press pool" at a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential election, the Biden-Trump debate in Atlanta. Claudia talks about an investigative project she worked on for years that helped expose systemic corruption at the largest member-owned electric utility in the country. Listen to find out how you can submit a most-type question for us to answer in a future bonus episode! To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
Liverpool revelation could transform £35m star in trophy hunt
Liverpool learned something vital on Saturday night. It could transform Ryan Gravenberch.Liverpool saw out a really solid win in the FA Cup against Brighton on Saturday. The Seagulls came to Anfield p...