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A Texas showerhead salesman wanted to know how much more customers would pay to buy a product that's made in the USA. The answer could pour cold water on President Trump's plan to encourage more companies to open factories in the U.S.

White House communication has caused confusion over the fate of the country's newest national monuments in California.

After long days focused on the facts, our newsroom reads a lot of fiction at home. We asked our NPR colleagues what they've enjoyed reading so far this year. Here's what they told us.

Vallow Daybell is charged with conspiracy to commit first-degree murder in the death of her husband, Charles Vallow, in Arizona in 2019.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, Dec. 1, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. Find out how the 1849 National Historic Ranch House on Warner's, which was on the National Park's Most Endangered List for 20-years, has now been saved after it was profiled on SAN DIEGO'S HISTORIC PLACES.

Are you a word wizard? A spelling bee champion at heart? Or just someone who enjoys a good challenge and making new friends? Then join us for The Spelling Social in Rancho Bernardo! The Spelling Social is a one-of-a-kind event combining the excitement of Scrabble with the warmth of social connection. It’s not just about spelling—it’s about the conversations, the laughs, and the relationships that grow as participants engage with one another across generations. What To Expect At each event, you can look forward to: Scrabble Boards & Writing Materials: Everything you need for a fun-filled evening of spelling and word games will be provided. Snacks & Refreshments: Enjoy snacks and drinks to keep the energy high as you play and socialize. Exciting Prizes: Compete for fun prizes and bragging rights! Community Connection: Meet new friends, share stories, and connect across generations. Why Attend The Spelling Social? Connect Across Generations: Build meaningful relationships with people of all ages—whether you're a high school senior, a grandparent, or anywhere in between. Learn & Share: Discover new perspectives as you share knowledge, stories, and experiences with others. Have Fun: Play games, enjoy delicious snacks, and compete for prizes in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Unwind & Relax: Take a break from your routine and spend time in a fun, stress-free environment designed for connection and laughter. Support Community Building: Be part of a movement that fosters intergenerational understanding, respect, and collaboration. About The Spelling Social The Spelling Social was developed by Aging Advising, a senior living placement agency. They are dedicated to helping families locate appropriate senior living communities for their loved ones and they publish the widely distributed Aging Handbook that helps families navigate the aging process. Each event is proudly sponsored by Heartfelt Care Agency, a trusted name in licensed senior in-home caregiving and memory care support. Their mission is to prioritize compassion, personalized care, and open communication to elevate the quality of care for seniors and adults. Together, Aging Advising and Heartfelt Care Agency are committed to creating a social event that’s not only fun but also impactful—building relationships and promoting intergenerational connections. Visit: https://heartfeltcareagency.com/oasis-rancho-bernardo-spelling-social-march-18-2025/

While serving a life sentence for a murder he was eventually exonerated of committing, Calvin Duncan studied law and helped many wrongfully convicted prisoners. His memoir is The Jailhouse Lawyer.

Spend a lovely Valentine's Day afternoon listening to the beautiful music of the cello, featuring Peter Ko and Robert Bui. About Peter Ko: Praised as “particularly moving” (San Diego Story) and showing “extraordinary musicianship with unbroken focus … fierce and committed” (San Diego Union Tribune), Peter Ko is a San Diego based cellist, collaborating with musical artists such as Steve Schick, Joshua Rubin, Mark Fewer, and the Dover String Quartet. As a performer, his training and projects have taken him across the USA, Mexico, Canada, and Europe, performing in festivals such as soundSCAPE, SICPP, Darmstädter Ferienkurse, the Green Box Arts Festival, and Neofonía Festival de Música Nueva Ensenada. Peter currently serves as principal cellist for the La Jolla Symphony and Chorus, has been featured with Yarn/Wire, Project [BLANK], and San Diego New Music. About Robert Bui: Robbie Bui is a versatile cellist, able to perform classical canon, pop improvisation, and contemporary avant-garde. He is grounded by an additional background in composition, and holds degrees from New England Conservatory and UC San Diego. Specializing in new music interpretation, he has been dedicated dozens of pieces as a soloist and chamber musician, and is recognized in ensembles such as East Coast Contemporary Ensemble, Palimpsest Ensemble, and Alinéa. Beyond cello, he’s a reliable pianist, good violinist, and not-so-good flutist. Beyond the stage, he works as the Patron Services and Office Manager of La Jolla Symphony and Chorus, and as a freelance portrait/event photographer. And beyond work, he learns languages, tailors clothes, cuts hair, and can make really great coffee.

The U.S. House voted Thursday on a rescission bill to claw back money for foreign aid programs, along with the next two years of funding for the public media system. The measure now goes to the Senate.

The dismantling of Hungary's democracy is a point of fascination for political scientists around the world — including those advising the Trump administration.