Rebecca Chacon

NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with Tracy Slater, author of "Together in Manzanar," which tells the true story of a family of mixed heritage sent to a Japanese internment camp during World War II.

The Social Security Administration reassigned some field office employees in an effort to bring down lengthy phone wait times. But workers say these reassignments have been disruptive for staff.

More than 5.2 million aboveground swimming pools sold across the U.S. and Canada over the last two decades are being recalled after nine drowning deaths were reported.

Central Valley lawmaker Heath Flora will take over as the new Republican leader in the California State Assembly starting in mid-September. He spoke with CapRadio about his hope to foster more bipartisan cooperation and the need to bring greater political balance to the state Legislature.

The release came in response to an executive order issued by President Trump. King's family warned they would object to any use of the records "to spread falsehoods" about King's life and legacy.

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. Samantha's visit to the jewel-like Canadian city of Victoria begins with an exploration of the Chinese immigrant experience. A bike tour ends at Fisherman's Wharf, leading to a breathtaking whale-watching voyage. Then it's tea time at the iconic Fairmont Empress hotel accompanied by a gorgeous sunset. The visit culminates at Butchart Gardens.