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In Heartland, author Sarah Smarsh explores what working class looks like in the United States while reflecting upon her own life experiences growing up in the Midwest.

At Salon Cuvee in East Sacramento, Brenna Meko treats everyone like an old friend. As she runs her manicured fingers through a client’s hair, she strikes up conversation about a new movie, or a favorite book.

Jamel Brinkley's brilliant new story collection is intent on recognizing what masculinity looks like — but also questioning our expectations of it, and criticizing the ways it can be toxic.

The nation's leading group of pediatricians has updated its guidelines for tackling teen mental health issues. One recommendation: Annual depression screening for all adolescents 12 and older.

Thousands of people who live in the path of the Thomas Fire were under mandatory evacuation orders which were lifted last week. But not everyone who is ordered to leave their homes evacuates.

Young Muslims find a middle ground for fostering romantic relationships between what is permissible and what is forbidden.

Rep. Elizabeth Esty, D-Conn., vowed to do better following reports she allowed her chief of staff to keep his position for months after being informed he had abused another staffer.

Jarrett J. Krosoczka was raised by his grandparents. The author and illustrator says he got a lot of practice telling stories as a kid — "making up excuses for where my biological parents were."

Low pay combined with a high cost of living make it even more of a challenge for those who suddenly find themselves without a paycheck.

Many people who want to vote face obstacles like past criminal records, voter ID laws and purging of voter rolls. Even if they aren't barred from voting, they may be kept from the polls.