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Used tires stacked at a Goodyear auto service location in South San Francisco, Calif., on July, 2020.

Why the government fails to limit many dangerous chemicals in the workplace

The U.S. agency that's supposed to protect workers' health has all but given up on setting limits on a dangerous chemical released in tire manufacturing. Meanwhile, workers are dying.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson leaves 10 Downing Street to attend the weekly Prime Ministers' Questions session in parliament in London, on March 30. Johnson's office says he will be issued a fine for breaching COVID-19 regulations following allegations of lockdown parties at government offices.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be fined over COVID lockdown parties

The British leader's office says he will be fined for breaching COVID regulations following allegations of lockdown parties at government offices. It's unclear how much Johnson will be fined.

A line of people wait for drinks from a street vendor at Mission Beach, June 22, 2022.

Sidewalk vendors required to get permits under ordinance taking effect Wednesday

The San Diego City Council voted to approve the ordinance earlier this year, bringing San Diego into compliance with SB 946.

An undated graphic shows images of job postings, money, magnifying glasses and a woman walking.

Are California companies about to get more transparent?

California legislators are advancing two bills that would require companies to report more data about pay and internal practices. Business groups oppose the bills and say the data could be taken out of context.

Kayakers navigate a narrow section of water near boat docks sitting on dry land at the Browns Ravine Cove area of drought-stricken Folsom Lake, in Folsom, Calif., Saturday, May 22, 2021. California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday, May 23, 2022, to impose mandatory, statewide restrictions on water use if people don't start using less on their own as the drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.

Californians could see mandatory water cuts amid drought

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he may impose mandatory water restrictions if people don't start using less as a drought drags on.

Journalists and supporters hold signs as they protest the murders of their colleagues Lourdes Maldonado and Margarito Martinez in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. The sign says, "Journalism at risk. Don't kill the truth." Jan. 25, 2022.

Cartel hitmen sentenced in murder of Tijuana journalist

Margarito Martinez was a beloved photojournalist. His killers, who were paid $1,000 each, stalked him for days.

Minerva Contreras, 44, connects climate change to her health because she has a lung problem that makes it harder to breathe on hot days. Keeping her house near Bakersfield, Calif., cool costs as much as $800 a month in the summer.

Americans connect extreme heat and climate change to their health, a survey finds

A new NPR survey shows 11% of Americans have experienced extreme heat in the past five years and had health problems stemming from a lack of air conditioning at home.

Usher performs a Tiny Desk concert during our 2022 Black Music Month takeover.

Vote: What was your favorite Tiny Desk concert of 2022?

After publishing a total of 125 Tiny Desks in 2022 — 77 filmed remotely and 48 shot in the office — we want to hear from you.

Italy's Lamont Marcell Jacobs celebrates after winning the men's 100 meter final at the Tokyo Olympic Games.

Marcell Jacobs Wins The Men's 100 Meter, Inheriting The Crown From Usain Bolt

Jacobs beat his personal best time and put his star solidly on the map in the blazing fast race. The U.S.'s Fred Kerley, who is 26 and from San Antonio, took silver.

U.S. and Russia clashed over the Ukraine crisis at the U.N. Security Council meeting

The U.N. Security Council had a contentious session on Russia's pressure campaign against Ukraine. Most council members are urging Russia to take a diplomatic path.

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