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NPR asked listeners to share what they're doing for the eclipse. Here are some memorable answers, from the new parents planning a themed baby shower to the mayor waving tourists off his small city.

President Biden and former President Donald Trump are still very close in polling on the 2024 presidential election. But below the surface, some key demographic groups appear to be shifting loyalty.

Join us for an enlightening and interactive conversation on climate as we delve into the intricate relationship between nature, culture, and climate. This event is a unique opportunity to engage with experts in the fields of forest science, conservation, and environmental policy. Climate change poses significant threats to both the natural world and all future life on this planet. Nature and Culture, an organization dedicated to preserving biodiversity alongside local communities, has been at the forefront of addressing these challenges. In this virtual panelist event, you’ll be given the opportunity to ask your top questions about climate change. Our panelists will shed light on the interconnectedness of nature and culture and their pivotal roles in the fight against climate change. Registration | Attendance is free, but registration is required to secure your spot. Registered participants will receive a confirmation email with event details and instructions on how to join event.

Researchers have learned a lot about blended families since the 1970s — when The Brady Bunch painted a perfect picture of stepsiblings getting along. Some of their advice might surprise you.

Premieres Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Thursday, April 11 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. Navigate the lives of three people in the face of Parkinson's disease. An optician pursues deep brain stimulation surgery; a mother becomes an advocate for exercise; and a cartoonist contemplates continuing to draw as his motor control declines.

U.S. employers added 303,000 jobs last month, and the unemployment rate dipped to 3.8%. Construction companies added 39,000 jobs, despite high interest rates.

Autoworkers at Volkswagen's plant in Chattanooga, Tenn., will vote in mid-April on whether to join the United Auto Workers union. Mercedes workers in Tuscaloosa County, Ala., will soon follow.

A recent KPBS investigation found that credit unions in California collected more than $250 million in overdraft fees in 2022.

A recent disruption at An Enemy of the People on Broadway by Extinction Rebellion shows a new approach to climate change activism.

Experts say you should gas up before you go, and plan to stay for a while afterward.