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A novel pill helped people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer, researchers reported Sunday, raising hopes of long-needed better treatments for one of the deadliest types of cancer.

Kenya's Lake Turkana is the world's largest permanent desert lake. Its waters have long sustained hundreds of thousands. Now the lake is facing multiple threats — and threatening those who rely on it.

Newly merged, the Women’s Museum of California and the San Diego History Center share the stories of San Diego women.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WBEZ listener Larry Birkenmeyer of Glenview, Ill., and Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Iowa is no stranger to political attention in presidential elections, but surprisingly competitive midterm contests highlight the state's importance for both parties as it holds its primary Tuesday.

Founded by local entrepreneur Ruth-Ann Thorn, the brand N8iV Beauty draws from ancestral knowledge and practices for its skincare products.

A state bill authored by a San Diego lawmaker aims to add stronger safeguards around artificial intelligence chatbots in toys.

As Congress debates bringing back federal health care subsidies, we hear from Covered California about how rising premiums are already impacting Californians — and what you need to know if you're looking for coverage.

Reality shows are an escape with characters who can be larger than life. But some stars use the experience of fame as a stepping stone toward another challenge: running for political office.

Open-weight AI models with advanced capabilities and no safeguards are becoming much more accessible. While they can be useful, AI safety experts have concerns.