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Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell and his colleagues lowered their benchmark interest rate Wednesday by a quarter percentage point. That will make it cheaper to get a car loan, finance a business or carry a balance on your credit card.

The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates again -- but hints at fewer cuts next year

The Fed lowered interest rates by a quarter percentage point — but stocks slumped after policymakers projected fewer rate cuts next year as inflation remains elevated.

A person walks amid the destruction left behind by the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, Jan. 9, 2025.

California has 'always been there' for disaster-affected states, Sen. Padilla says

California Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla hopes President-elect Donald Trump will 'do the right thing' and support fire recovery efforts with no strings attached.

The Fearless Fund, an Atlanta-based venture capital firm, will shutter its grant program for Black women as part of a settlement, ending a year-long affirmative action battle. Here, co-founders and CEOs of The Fearless Fund Arian Simone (center left) and Ayana Parsons (center right) speak to journalists outside federal court in Miami on Jan. 31.

A venture capital grant program for Black women officially ends after court ruling

Attorneys representing conservative activist Edward Blum and the Atlanta-based Fearless Fund wrote that both parties “have settled,” asking the court to permanently dismiss the case.

A resident of a senior center is evacuated as the Eaton Fire approaches Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025 in Altadena, Calif.

Thousands flee as wildfires burn out of control and destroy homes across the Los Angeles area

Multiple massive wildfires are tearing across the Los Angeles area with devastating force.

Admire Stewart and Margie Rodriguez hold up water bottles that Rodriguez purchased for housekeepers at the University of Maryland. Hydration is a challenge when the housekeepers work long hours in unairconditioned dormitories across campus.

With no federal standard for heat, states are making their own to protect workers

There is currently no federal heat law, but states have been passing protections as workers toil in extreme temperatures.

Leaders of some of America's most well-known journalism schools, which include Graciela Mochkofsky, David Ryfe and Jelani Cobb, weigh in on the state of the news industry and how they are making sure students are prepared to enter a turbulent business.

Is journalism disappearing? These top educators have a lot to say about that

The leaders of six journalism schools discuss the ongoing media bloodbath, the cost of a journalism degree, and how to prepare journalists for the future.

Cleta Mitchell, head of the Election Integrity Network, speaks during a May 2024 news conference outside the U.S. Capitol to introduce the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, who's at left.

Despite Trump's win, 'election integrity' activists still seek sweeping voting changes

Republican voters say they trust the 2024 election was administered well, yet pro-Trump conservatives are pushing some sweeping reforms to voting systems.

Campaign signs are seen near a polling station on November 5, 2024 in Orlando, Florida.

Do you have a loved one who votes differently than you? Tell NPR about it

Have you recently dumped a partner over their politics? Or chosen to stay friends with someone who voted differently this year? NPR wants to hear how politics have impacted relationships.

Rainbow Flower Crown Pride Party

Join our Rainbow Flower Crown Pride Party with Native Poppy! Date: Thursday, July 18th, 2024 Time: 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Where: Barrel & Board 1027 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 Slip in through the speakeasy entrance of Barrel & Board where, once inside, you will be gifted with a glass of champagne, given your dried rainbow flower crown and guided to our floral bar — where you can add even more embellishments and flair to make your weekend crown your very OWN. Enjoy the music of local legend DJ Heabnasty @heabnasty, indulge in a lavish charcuterie spread and snap a selfie in our rainbow floral installation. Plus, you can opt to add-on an additional experience to make the evening extra special! Choose from one of three unique activations provided by local artists: -Add-On Option 1: Aura Photography - includes photo and reading from @hadobeing -Add-On Option 2: Live Illustration - personalized line portrait from @emilyhenderson.art -Add-On Option 3: Tarot of Flowers - includes tarot deck and reading from @nectar_and_bloom All proceeds go to local San Diego based businesses and artists, with $10 of each ticket sold being donated to the year round non-profit efforts of the San Diego PRIDE organization whose mission is to foster pride, equality, and respect for all lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities locally, nationally and globally. Your ticket includes: -One pre-made dried flower crown -All the tools and supplies to add flowery, feathery, glittery bits to your crown -Professional guidance from Native Poppy florists -Glass of champagne provided by Barrel & Board -Tunes from DJ @Heabnasty -Lavish and large handcrafted charcuterie board station provided by Barrel & Board -Unlimited photo ops at our rainbow flower installation -Optional Add Ons! Your choice of 1 of 3 activations: Aura Photography, Live Portrait Illustration, or Tarot of Flowers reading ... and don't forget: your crown you make and take with you will last the entire weekend and maybe longer with a little TLC! Visit: Rainbow Flower Crown Pride Party Native Poppy on Instagram and Facebook

An SUV enters the 43rd Street on-ramps to I-805, Oct. 8, 2024.

Caltrans to open I-805 freeway ramps in Southcrest to pedestrians, bikes

The event, which will feature music, art and a fashion show, is meant to help residents reimagine the space as a neighborhood.

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