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The federal government has allocated $1.15 billion so far on long COVID research, without bringing any new treatments to market. Patients and scientists say it's time to push harder for breakthroughs.

Santa Monica College started the first community college program to train people for much-needed jobs in homeless services. But will its first cohort be its last?

Republicans want to change or reduce key social safety net programs that provide health care, food benefits and financial assistance for millions of children.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV. Get an intimate look at the trailblazing career and influential life of journalist, author, humorist, political activist, and proud Texan. Carpenter served as a key aide to Vice President Lyndon Johnson, chief of staff/press secretary for Lady Bird Johnson, and later as an inspirational leader for women’s equality.

Shahar Segal, who runs popular restaurants around the world, has left his role as a spokesman for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation amid calls to boycott his businesses.

A team of scientists and bakers in the Pacific Northwest is searching for ways to make whole wheat bread resilient to a warming world — and more delicious.

The sequel premieres Sundays March 23 - April 27, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. May, 1536. Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s second wife, is dead. As the axe drops, Thomas Cromwell emerges from the bloodbath to continue his climb to power and wealth, while his formidable master, Henry, settles to short-lived happiness with his third queen, Jane Seymour. But how long can anyone survive under Henry’s cruel and capricious gaze?

Dive into the world of Marc Chagall with art historian Jennifer Stern! Discover the profound impact of Chagall’s Yiddish-speaking Jewish upbringing on his artwork. In this engaging two-part lecture series, explore Chagall’s life, expand your Yiddish vocabulary, and see how his hometown influenced his iconic imagery. When: Sunday, November 17, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. PT (1 – 2 p.m. CT, 2 – 3 p.m. ET, 7 – 8 p.m. in the UK, 9 – 10 p.m. in Central Europe) Where: Zoom Cost: Early Bird: $18 (Register by Sunday, October 27) Regular Admission: $25 Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with Chagall’s art and heritage. Secure your spot today! #MarcChagall #ChagallFan #ArtHistory #ChagallArt #JewishArt #YiddishCulture #ArtLecture #VirtualEvent #CulturalExploration #ArtCommunity #ArtLovers #JewishArt #yiddishlanguage #yiddishheritage

Israel says it has largely knocked out Iran's air defenses. In contrast, Israel still has strong air defenses in place, though some Iranian missiles are breaking through with lethal results.

UC San Diego researcher says migration to the U.S. is not a zero-sum game and the data reveals many benefits for all countries involved. It’s not brain drain but a brain gain.