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President John F. Kennedy and Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson walk across the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C. to attend a ceremony marking the fiftieth anniversary of the first state Workmen's Compensation Law, enacted in Wisconsin in 1911, on the South Lawn. Secret Service Agent Bob Lilley follows. Aug. 31, 1961.

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: The American Vice President

Premieres Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encores Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. on KPBS 2. The film tells the little-known story of the second-highest office in the land, tracing its evolution from a constitutional afterthought to a position of political consequence. Focusing on the fraught period between 1963 and 1974, the film examines the passage and first uses of the 25th Amendment and offers a fresh perspective on succession in the executive branch.

Stories of Us: Dr. Virginia Loh-Hagan

Join us for our event series: Stories of Us! Little ones and their families are invited to experience the richness of San Diego's diversity through storytimes, musical presentations, or hands-on activities with local community members to create meaningful discussions and insights into the many cultures they may encounter in their lives. Enjoy a storytelling of PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year with local author Dr. Virginia Loh-Hagan while learning about the history and traditions of San Diego’s East Asian community. Included with Museum admission. No registration required. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

A 9mm pistol build kit with a commercial slide and barrel with a polymer frame is displayed before President Joe Biden and Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco speak in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, Monday, April 11, 2022, to announce a final version of its ghost gun rule, which comes as the White House and the Justice Department are under growing pressure to crack down on gun deaths.

'Ghost gun' maker goes dark

Polymer80 sold component kits that are easily assembled into working handguns that couldn't be traced. Regulatory pressure and lawsuits appear to have shut it down — but the Supreme Court may still rescue the business.

An image provided by the National Park Service shows two men who were caught on video in April toppling rock formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. A federal jury has indicted Wyatt Clifford Fain, 37, and Payden David Guy Cosper, 31, of Henderson, Nev.

2 men are charged with toppling ancient rock formations at Lake Mead trail

A federal grand jury has indicted two men in connection with the April incident at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The charges carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.

Colombia's Ángel Barajas jumped over fences as a kid, was spotted and sent to gymnastics club — and has now won Colombia's first medal in the sport. Here he is during the Men's Horizontal Bar Final at the Paris Olympics.

Colombia goes gaga over gymnast Ángel Barajas: From fence jumper to Olympic medalist

Ángel Barajas showed off acrobatic skills as a kid (making the neighbors nervous). This week he became the first Colombian to win an Olympic gymnastics medal for his soaring horizontal bar routine.

Graves with flags for Memorial Day are seen in Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington, Va., Monday, May 27, 2024.

Army says Arlington National Cemetery worker was 'pushed aside' by Trump aides

The statement Thursday comes in response to NPR's reporting on former President Donald Trump's visit to Arlington and an altercation his staff had with a cemetery employee.

AMERICAN MASTERS: Blake Edwards: A Love Story In 24 Frames

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Friday, Jan. 9 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Discover the life and career of director Blake Edwards, one of Hollywood’s most iconic figures. Edwards redefined slapstick comedy through a lens that still resonates with today’s directors and actors. With a career and body of work spanning over a four-decade career–often in collaboration with his wife, legendary actress and singer Julie Andrews–the film offers reflections on the times he lived in and tackles issues including sex, gender and power that remain at the forefront of present-day zeitgeist.

Mortgage rates have ticked up recently despite the Federal Reserve's recent rate cut.

Mortgage rates were supposed to come down. Instead, they're rising. Here's why

Mortgage rates are ticking up, even after the Federal Reserve has started cutting interest rates. Here's why, and where rates — and home sales — could go from here.

San Diego Wave's Alex Morgan takes to the field before an NWSL soccer game against the North Carolina Courage on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego.

Alex Morgan plays final game of illustrious career

Morgan removed her boots at midfield, waved in tears and walked off in her socks as the crowd announced at 26,516 chanted her name.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Vice President Kamala Harris are interviewed by CNN’s Dana Bash at Kim’s Cafe in Savannah, Georgia, on August 29, 2024. This is the first time Harris has sat with a journalist for an in-depth, on-the-record conversation since President Joe Biden ended his presidential bid in July. (Will Lanzoni/CNN)

Harris explains her policy shifts and Day 1 plan in 1st sit-down interview as nominee

Vice President Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz were pressed for the first time about their policy promises to the American people.

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