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Stephen Ghiglieri and Katrina Vaillancourt at their San Francisco Bay Area home on Sept. 17.

What happens when your partner has an overnight political conversion?

A California couple's relationship was upended when one partner found a whole new set of beliefs after an overnight video binge. Four years later, they're still navigating how to talk about politics.

Since 2018, "Bill of the Month" has investigated medical bills totaling almost $6.3 million — including nearly $2.8 million that patients were expected to pay out-of-pocket. Cited at statehouses, the U.S. Capitol, and the White House, the series has led to changes in health policy.

'Bill of the Month': The series that dissects and slashes medical bills

Since 2018, readers and listeners sent KFF Health News-NPR's "Bill of the Month" thousands of questionable bills. Our crowdsourced investigation paved the way for landmark legislation and highlighted cost-saving strategies for all patients

Juan Rodelo, an amateur photographer and firefighter, stands for a portrait at his fire station in Brawley, California in Imperial County on October 18, 2024.

The amateur photographers documenting life in the Imperial Valley

In a growing online group, dozens of photography enthusiasts are capturing a vibrant portrait of the California borderlands.

What makes a good airplane movie? Less sex, more clear dialogue

Not all movies work at cruising altitude. If you're traveling for the holidays, here's what NPR's pop culture critics suggest to make the time fly by.

US House races explainer

Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake with KPBS' Nov. 5, 2024 election guide for U.S. House of Representatives races.

Conspiracy theorist and Infowars host Alex Jones, pictured in June, says even if his show and its parent company, Free Speech Systems, are shut down as a result of the auction, he will not be silenced.

'Jump ball' for Alex Jones' media empire as it hits the auction block today

Live bidding will be private, and the future owner of Jones' company will be public once court papers are filed. The proceeds will go to pay Sandy Hook families who won defamation cases against Jones.

Mall of America's amusement park is one of the ways the shopping center lures tourists and locals to make a day of their visit.

Come for the roller coaster, stay for the shops: Can malls be fun again?

Mall of America's recipe for success includes an amusement park, pop-up stores, weddings and raves. Can local malls take a page from the country's largest shopping center?

Supporters of Donald Trump gather near his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, on Election Day.

Is there a national shift to the right in the U.S.? Strategists weigh in

With a race that was expected to be historically tight behind us, the question is: How did Trump win so decisively?

Comic-Con kicks off Wednesday July 24 at the San Diego Convention Center. (July 15, 2019)

Comic-Con: Wednesday program highlights

Check out some recommendations for what panels or films to attend during Comic-Con if you have a badge.

Samara Joy is shown looking at the camera. She has brown skin and curly dark brown hair, and is wearing a collared, white shirt. The photo is washed with an orangey, sepia glow.

5 classical and jazz concert picks in San Diego this fall

Our top picks for classical and jazz music in San Diego this season: Samara Joy; a binational jazz fest; legendary French band Cortex; folk-inspired compositions with the La Jolla Symphony; and contemporary, experimental composer Sarah Hennies.

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