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How Gabriela Jaquez became a breakout shooting star for No. 2 UCLA
In late November, Gabriela Jaquez scored 29 points against Tennessee.
Trump's war rhetoric is coarse. It's also heard differently, depending on the audience
President Trump and other administration officials have projected confidence and power in Iran in a coarse tone that is unprecedented, according to experts in wartime rhetoric.
Trump is searching for an endgame to the Iran war
Senior officials privately expressed doubt the Trump administration can achieve the overthrow of Iran's government and the destruction of its nuclear program through military means.
Appointee wants to replace White House columns with the ones Trump prefers
The head of a federal arts commission is proposing the more ornate Corinthian style for the nearly 200-year-old columns at the building’s front entrance
Iran wages economic war in hopes of outlasting U.S. and Israel
Tehran warns of strikes on banks after hitting data centers, hotels, airports and seaports, threatening the global finance hub of its more prosperous neighbors.
Illinois Senate primary pits crypto-backed candidate against Pritzker’s pick
The Democratic contest highlights divisions over crypto regulation and billionaire influence in politics, as the industry spends million in a battle with the governor.
Inside our swing voter project (Politics+)
Swing voters will play a pivotal role in this year's midterms, and we wanted to hear directly from them. So NPR has partnered with Engagious (a messaging group led by Rich Thau) and Sago (a market research firm) to run focus groups — once a month in a different swing state. How do these focus groups work? And what have we learned from them so far? In today's bonus episode, Mara Liasson and Ashley Lopez pull back the curtain on the project. 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!
Emotional Abuse in College Sports
March Madness is here. The high-stakes, sudden-death college basketball tournament is a beloved tradition in American sports. For the players, it’s a chance to showcase the skills they’ve developed through years of hard training of the body and mind. In many cases, that push produces incredible feats of athletic performance. But an investigation by reporters Julia Haney and Elizabeth Santos has found instances in which athletes allege that the push from coaches goes too far. Emotional abuse by coaches, some athletes maintain, can cause lasting, even irreparable damage. On this episode of The Sunday Story, we hear from athletes who fought back.*A warning that today’s story includes mentions of sexual and emotional abuse, suicide, bullying and includes explicit language.
High school baseball and softball: Saturday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores from Saturday.
High school basketball: State championship results
CIF state championship boys and girls basketball scores for Friday and Saturday.
Two weeks into war with Iran, Trump has been knocked back on his political heels
Two weeks of war in Iran has President Donald Trump increasingly knocked back on his political heels
Indian Wells: Daniil Medvedev upsets Carlos Alcaraz to reach final
Daniil Medvedev hands top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz his first loss of the year to advance to the Indian Wells final where he will face Jannik Sinner.
College basketball world reacts to Arizona winning Big 12 Tournament
Arizona men’s basketball has completed the Big 12 championship sweep with a 79-74 grind out win against Houston. Led by the freshman duo of Koa Peat and Brayden Burries, who both had 21-point performances, the Wildcats now ride a 9-game win streak into the NCAA tournament. After losing the regular season matchup and Big 12 […]
2026 Big 12 Tournament scores, results, bracket: No. 1 seed Arizona takes down No. 2 seed Houston for title
Relive the action-packed Big 12 Tournament, which ended with No. 1 seed Arizona taking home the title in Kansas City
2026 Big 12 men's basketball tournament bracket, scores, results: Arizona tops Houston in Big 12 title game
A number of teams could provide a very real challenge to the Wildcats this weekend in the Big 12 tournament.
Boulder businesses braced for Xcel Energy's power shutoffs on Saturday
The affect of Saturday's Xcel Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is being felt in different ways by people across Boulder. Some good, others not as much.
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) March 15, 2026
This week on Politics Unplugged, Amy Edwards Holmes, the woman tasked with finding wasteful spending in the state government, explains how the process will work. Then, consultants Dawn Penich and Marcus Dell’Artino discuss the federal government collecting data from Arizona’s 2020 election and the fight over school construction funding in Arizona.
Folcarelli to retire after 65 years in the family business
A longtime Altoona businessman is planning to move on after 65 years in his family business. James D. “Jim” Folcarelli, 84, plans to retire near the first of April upon the sale of Folcarelli Sheet Metal Fabrication Inc. The family business was founded by his parents Jim and Bess Folcarelli in the basement of their […]
Summit High School science teacher wins award
The National Association of Geoscience Teachers announced in a recent news release that Summit High School teacher Mary Slack has been awarded the Outstanding Earth Science Teacher Award for the Rocky Mountain section. This award...
White House war promo videos marry action movies, sports and video games to real-life combat footage
Some critics, including an official with the U.S. Catholic Church, have accused the administration of trivializing a real-life conflict.
Garfield loses to Branson in Division V state boys' soccer final
Irvine University High claimed the Division IV boys' title on Friday at the inaugural state championships in Sacramento.
Thousands of people disabled by long COVID seek answers
Six years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, doctors are still treating long COVID patients with complex symptoms and unknown futures.
Intermountain Health employee pleads guilty after stealing 100+ prescriptions from Colorado patients
A former employee of Intermountain Health in Colorado has pleaded guilty after she stole more than 100 prescriptions from patients being treated for significant pain.
Arizona vs. Houston live updates: Cougars going for Big 12 repeat -- and maybe a No. 1 seed? -- vs. Arizona
Arizona faces Houston for the Big 12 Tournament championship
From circles to spacecraft: How pi powers science
Math lovers and pie fans unite on March 14 to celebrate Pi, the infinite constant driving everything from space exploration to medical breakthroughs.
Sinema admits romance with security guard, fights ex-wife’s N.C. lawsuit
The former U.S. senator from Arizona says she isn't to blame for the marriage breakup of a member of her security detail.
Push for GOP voting law has many switching sides on filibuster issue
Some Republicans, just like Democrats in 2022, are eager to change the Senate’s rules in an effort to pass a national election law.
Bracketology: Arizona vs. Houston offers high stakes as potential NCAA Tournament No. 1 seeds refuse to flinch
Who will be the first team in the mix for a No. 1 seed -- or the No. 1 overall seed -- to flinch?
As the risk of measles grows, why are parents so divided on vaccines?
In South Carolina, some parents embrace vaccines, others opt out. Why do people make such different choices? A mix of politics, distrust and misinformation is pushing neighbors apart.
Burt Jones was the inevitable Republican nominee for Georgia governor. Then Rick Jackson showed up
Burt Jones is Georgia’s lieutenant governor and he seemed to have a clear path to be the Republican nominee for governor this year with President Donald Trump’s endorsement, But then health care tycoon Rick Jackson got into the race in February and he’s already spent more than $30 million of his own money on television campaign ads
As slide in Canadian traffic continues, businesses in Grand Forks are feeling the impacts
The decline in Canadian traffic isn’t just being felt in border states. Las Vegas has also reported a 30% decline in traffic from Canadians
Millions of Americans are skipping meals or cutting back on utilities to afford health care
“I never thought I’d be living like this,” said Sheila Nesbit, a retired librarian.
Letters to Sports: Bam Adebayo's 83-point game needs asterisk
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on Bam Adebayo surpassing Kobe Bryant, the UCLA women's basketball team, the Rams and more.
Is the ACA driving up healthcare costs? The evidence is mixed
What to know in the debate surrounding the role of the Affordable Care Act in driving up medical costs.
Contributor: Federal power grabs on elections are not about fraud
Trump has called the SAVE Act his top priority. But why? His commission found no widespread problem that needed solving.
Chapel Hill's South Creek Neighborhood Celebrates Construction Milestone, Announces First Business Tenant
The South Creek neighborhood's development team gathered for a ceremony recognizing the completion of its first full building structure.
In Arizona, an Electric Utility Holds an Election, Open Only to Property Owners
Turning Point is involved, as is the Sierra Club. But voting rules that seem to echo feudalism exclude renters, favor large landowners and limit who can influence a Phoenix utility board.
House GOP leadership silent as more members post anti-Muslim statements
A growing number of Republicans in Congress are embracing rhetoric against Muslims. Their remarks have faced little public pushback from leadership.
High school soccer: State championship scores and schedule
CIF State championship boys and girls soccer scores and schedule.
Humanizing Science: Kate Marvel's Human Nature
If you are giving a talk about climate change, the very last thing you want to do is flip through a series of slides with graphs and statistics showing greenhouse […]
High school baseball and softball: Friday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school baseball and softball scores from Friday.
High school basketball: State championship results and schedule
CIF state championship boys and girls basketball scores and schedule.
Big 12 basketball tournament updates, scores, bracket: Arizona, Houston move on to title game
UCLA stuns Michigan State to reach Big Ten tournament semifinals
Behind another stellar performance from Donovan Dent, UCLA avenged a loss to Michigan State earlier this season in an 88-84 win the Big Ten tournament.
Aryna Sabalenka reaches Indian Wells final for 3rd time in 4 years
Aryna Sabalenka, a two-time runner-up at Indian Wells, will get another shot at winning after beating Linda Noskova 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals.
Trump says U.S. bombed Kharg Island, striking core of Iran’s oil economy
President Donald Trump on Friday night announced the United States had bombed Kharg Island, targeting Iran’s most critical oil terminal.
Big 12 basketball tournament live updates, scores, bracket: Arizona wins on buzzer beater; follow Houston vs. Kansas
Huntington Beach business leaders talk shop at mayor's breakfast
The annual event, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, was held Thursday morning at the Pasea Hotel & Spa.
NBC's 'Access Hollywood' is canceled as daytime TV audiences shrink
Talk programs "The Steve Wilko Show" and "Karamo" will also end, reflecting the shift to streaming and the decline in daytime TV viewing.
Quiz: This week in politics
It was another busy week in national politics. Take this quiz to see what you know and what you missed.
Quiz: This week in politics
It was another busy week in national politics. Take this quiz to see what you know and what you missed.
Quiz: This week in politics
It was another busy week in national politics. Take this quiz to see what you know and what you missed.
Quiz: This week in politics
It was another busy week in national politics. Take this quiz to see what you know and what you missed.
Quiz: This week in politics
It was another busy week in national politics. Take this quiz to see what you know and what you missed.
4 Security Plaza Shopping Center businesses burglarized
Baltimore County police are investigating four break-ins at businesses in Woodlawn.
Bucksport grocer who expanded business to neighboring counties dies at 73
Grocer Dale Tozier Sr., who expanded his family's grocery business in Maine, remembered as a community-focused family man.
ASU AD: Basketball job drumming up head-coach candidates
ASU athletic director Graham Rossini said the men's basketball head-coaching vacancy is getting plenty of interest since moving on from Bobby Hurley.
6 U.S. airmen die in crash; Hegseth says Iran's leader is 'likely disfigured'
Six American airmen deployed to operations against Iran were killed after their KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq, US Central Command said Friday.
Derek Schaeffer selected as a 2026 Frontiers of Science Fellow
The assistant professor was one of 80 early-career U.S. researchers honored by the National Academy of Sciences program.
After firings, funding cuts, and a shooting, can a demoralized CDC workforce recover?
It's been a year since mass firings began at the CDC, the federal public health agency. Then came a shooting, and the government shutdown. Atlanta is still feeling the economic and emotional effects.
How to Apply for Small Business Tariff Refunds
What we know so far about tariff refunds and how the process will work.
Bracketology: Michigan, Arizona lurking as Duke looks shaky in race for No. 1 overall seed at NCAA Tournament
The Blue Devils' apparent vulnerability makes the race for the No. 1 overall seed interesting
Clinical trial focuses on reducing fear and improving mental health outcomes in high-risk pregnancies
Study uses therapy and an immersive cesarean rehearsal to help high‑risk pregnant patients reduce fear and improve mental health outcomes.
Prep talk: Greatest individual performances in state basketball history
A look at some of the top individual performances at the CIF state basketball championships through the years.
Colorado effort to end credit card swipe fees on sales taxes is splitting businesses
Companies paid $2.1 billion in swipe fees in 2024 to accept credit cards. They’re fighting to get back $200 million charged on sales tax. Banks and other businesses say it’s not that simple.
Irish comic David Nihill used storytelling to overcome stage fright
Irish comedian and storyteller David Nihill brings his conversational 'Taking Tangents' show to Irvine, Pasadena and Los Angeles from March 13 to 17.
New tech helps us hear these nature sounds beyond normal human range
New technology enables us to perceive sounds beyond human hearing range, allowing a new perspective on our place on the planet.
At the Winter Paralympics, some athletes have found business opportunities
At the Winter Paralympics, athletes with prosthetics often modify them to fit their bodies more precisely. That has led to some competitors starting their own businesses to help fellow amputees.
At the Winter Paralympics, some athletes have found business opportunities
At the Winter Paralympics, athletes with prosthetics often modify them to fit their bodies more precisely. That has led to some competitors starting their own businesses to help fellow amputees.
A record number of political parties register for Haiti's first election in a decade
A record 280 political parties had registered by Thursday's deadline to participate in Haiti's first general election in a decade, hopeful for a chance to help ease their country's multiple crises.
‘Every Brilliant Thing’ review: The interactive Daniel Radcliffe
Daniel Radcliffe stars in the Broadway premiere of 'Every Brilliant Thing,' an interactive performance piece written by Duncan MacMillan and Jonny Donahoe that meditates on what makes life worth living.
The surprising new ways bacteria spread without propellers
Scientists at Arizona State University have uncovered surprising new ways bacteria move, even without their usual whip-like propellers called flagella. In one study, E. coli and salmonella were found to spread across moist surfaces by fermenting sugars and creating tiny fluid currents that carry them forward — a newly identified behavior researchers call “swashing.” In another study, a different group of bacteria was shown to control its movement using a microscopic molecular “gearbox” that can reverse direction like a biological snowmobile.
Under pressure from Trump, Republicans plan long talkathon on voting bill
Senate Republicans plan to launch a full debate next week on legislation to impose strict new proof-of-citizenship requirements
Should the U.S. be in business of assassinating foreign leaders?
In the opening strike of their war on Iran, the US and Israel killed the Islamic Republic’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It is an exceedingly rare instance of democracies killing a foreign head of state.It’s not the first time the United States has been involved in the killing of a foreign leader, but it’s something U.S. leaders and the American public have long wrestled with. NPR’s Ryan Lucas reports. For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Mallory Yu and Erika Ryan, with audio engineering by Jay Czys.It was edited by John Ketchum and Anna Yukhanov. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
Big 12 basketball tournament live updates, scores, results, how to watch: Arizona, Iowa State cruise to semis
U.S. is in the dark on Mojtaba Khamenei's views on the bomb
Khamenei's deep alliance with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has raised concern that Iran's new leader will depart from his father's long-standing position against building a bomb.
Cinemark bringing new Gamescape entertainment center to Corpus Christi
Cinemark is building a stand-alone Gamescape FEC in Corpus Christi with bowling, laser tag, arcade games, and dining. Opening targeted for December 2026.
These swing voters don’t like or understand the reason for the war in Iran
NPR reporters observed focus groups of 12 swing voters from Michigan. We discuss their thoughts on the war in Iran and what they wish President Trump would focus on.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, 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.
In anti-Muslim post, Tuberville suggests New York’s Mamdani is ‘the enemy’
The Alabama senator, who is running for governor of his state, has previously called for the mass expulsion of Muslims from the United States.
Inside the explosive growth of sports betting
As part of his investigation into sports betting, Atlantic journalist McKay Coppins gambled $10,000 during last NFL season. He spoke with co-host Tonya Mosley about his experiment, what he learned, and what the explosion of betting is doing to society. “It’s turning all of American life into a Las Vegas table game. There’s always this kind of glittering mirage of profit that you’re chasing, when, in reality, it’s designed to sort of demoralize and crush every regular person who plays.” They also talk about how betting has expanded to politics and international conflict.
The Sports Bra to open new women's sports bar location in Maine
The sports bar chain dedicated to women's sports that started in Portland, Oregon, announced a location will be coming to Portland, Maine.
Scientists Gather for Second Annual ‘Stand Up for Science’ Rally
Calls to return control of science to scientists and oust HHS Secretary RJK Jr. dominated the day.
Medicare Advantage 'dark money' group tries to win higher payments for insurers
What appeared to be a surge of grassroots support for higher Medicare Advantage payments was actually driven by a pro-industry group.
New Iranian leader Khamenei vows 'never ending' revenge in first public statement
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei provided a statement for the first time since U.S.-Israeli strikes killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
ASU-led SPARCS mission achieves 'first light,' marking the start of its science operations in orbit
The Star-Planet Activity Research CubeSat, or SPARCS, has captured its first images of stars from space. This milestone marks the start of its science operations in orbit.Arizona State University leads the SPARCS mission, which is funded by NASA. It is the first CubeSat mission dedicated to long-term ultraviolet monitoring of nearby low-mass stars. These stars are the most common in our galaxy and often have Earth-sized, possibly habitable planets.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: March 13-19
Aspen Laugh Festival Late Night Lounge, now through March 14 Aspen Laugh Festival Late Night Lounge, which began March 11, runs nightly at 10:30 p.m. through March 14 at Bad Harriett at Hotel Jerome. Hosted...
Rattlesnake bites spiking in Arizona as health officials warn of ‘blind spot’ danger
Banner Health’s toxicology team said the leading bite scenario this year involves areas that are difficult to see clearly.
Entertainment this week: Pride Weekend at Northstar, Magoo and more!
Friday, March 13 RGXC Masters Weekly Friday Training Groups 9-11 a.m. | Royal Gorge Cross Country, Soda Springs. Join us for our Weekly Master’s Groups! On Friday’s we host our Technique Group, focused on develop...
Cardinals NFL mock draft picks include Francis Mauigoa, David Bailey
2026 NFL Draft projections after NFL free agency for Arizona Cardinals include four different names. Who will the team take with No. 3 overall pick?
Bracketology: Race for NCAA Tournament's top seeds enters final stretch before Selection Sunday
Duke, Arizona and UConn begin conference tournament play with the NCAA Tournament's No. 1 seeds still at stake. Here's how the bracket's top line could unfold before Selection Sunday.
Rep. Clyburn, former No. 3 House Democrat, will seek reelection
The announcement from Clyburn, who turns 86 in July, comes as younger Democrats are challenging the old guard in primaries throughout the country.
Hollywood's top films were less diverse in 2025, study finds
The percentage of women and people of color holding lead roles in Hollywood's top movies dropped in 2025, according to a new UCLA study.
Birmingham playing for Division III state hoops title after losing early in City playoffs
The Patriots regrouped after losing in the City Section playoffs to advance to play Antioch Cornerstone Christian for the title on Friday.
5 ways to resist the urge to keep looking at your phone
So you want to spend less time on your phone. How do you do that when it's designed to suck you in? Life Kit spoke to experts in behavioral science, psychology and technology for real-world advice.
Treasury’s FinCEN Whistleblower Portal Presents Business Risks
The Treasury Department’s new whistleblower portal is likely to increase enforcement risks for companies that must comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, US sanctions, and beyond.
'One of Us' is a British political drama based on the Boris Johnson era
In today’s episode, Elizabeth Day describes the protagonist in her new novel One of Us as the “quintessential outsider.” Martin Gilmour came from a difficult background, but won a scholarship to an elite boarding school in England. There, he befriends an aristocratic boy named Ben who will later ask Martin to keep an important secret. One of Us follows the implosion of their friendship – and Martin’s discretion – as Ben strives for political power. In today’s episode, Day and NPR’s Scott Simon discuss the novel’s central rivalry and Day’s interest in the Boris Johnson era of British politics.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday
Kyler Murray weighing Vikings, backup spots
While Kyler Murray is expected to visit the Minnesota Vikings, the reported favorites for his services, the QB's camp is also weighing backup options.
Nessel vows to continue antitrust case against Live Nation for monopolizing live entertainment industry
LANSING – On Monday, following the announcement of a settlement reached between Live Nation and the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve antitrust claims brought by the federal authority alongside a broad, bipartisan coalition of states, Attorney General Nessel and the multistate coalition have resolved not to join the settlement and instead continue to litigate […]
Kraft Sports, Foxborough reach deal ensuring Gillette World Cup matches move forward
Kraft Sports and Entertainment, the Town of Foxborough, and Boston Soccer 2026 released a statement Wednesday, ensuring that Gillette Stadium will continue to host its 7 designated World Cup games this summer.