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The entrance to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. on Aug. 13, still draped with the tarp that has been in place for months.

How would a Kennedy Center shutdown impact artists and audiences?

The Kennedy Center's profile has already shifted. If the shutdown is approved by a federal judge, its primary stages will not reopen until at least 2028 and audiences may decline further.

Becky G performs at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Aug. 15.

Becky G finds 'euphoric joy' in music, community and 'Baraja Bendita'

On "Baraja Bendita," Becky G returns to her rap roots and reflects on creative freedom and why she sees protecting spaces for Latino joy as an act of resistance.

Arco, Idaho, is among the small towns near Idaho National Laboratory with a decades-long nuclear energy legacy.

The view from proving grounds for next-generation nuclear reactors: Atomic City, Idaho

A new generation of small nuclear reactors is poised to come online in the next few years. Public opinion remains split.

Supporters of Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong cheer at her election night party on Tuesday in Madison. Hong, a self-described democratic socialist, narrowly lost the primary.

These swing voters in Nevada say they are not dismissing socialist candidates

In online focus groups, 10 of 12 Biden-to-Trump voters said they wouldn't automatically think negatively of a politician who identifies with socialism.

Bond markets have tumbled over economic concerns — even as stocks have hit record highs recently.

The bond market is signaling trouble ahead. This is why you should pay attention

Many people don't pay attention to bond markets, but they should — especially now. This is why they matter and why the drop in bond prices is signaling investor concerns about the U.S. economy.

John Rakowitz waves a 'Don't tread on Big Bend' flag at a rally at Big Bend National Park, a pristine pocket of the West Texas border where the federal government is looking to build patrol roads, vehicle barriers and surveillance systems.

At Big Bend National Park, bulldozers begin clearing pristine desert land for border barrier work

A coalition of landowners, outdoor enthusiasts and business owners that say any work in Big Bend National Park would forever change the place often called "Texas' gift to the nation."

An F/A-18E Super Hornet prepares to launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in support of Operation Epic Fury on Feb. 28, 2026.

Sen. Ruben Gallego on handling of USS Lincoln conditions: 'That's not proper leadership'

Lawmakers want answers from the Pentagon chief and the U.S. Navy about living conditions aboard the USS Lincoln. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego of Arizona.

A construction worker scales a ladder up a tiny home

NH builders celebrate law enabling more tiny home construction in the state

A law signed by Gov. Kelly Ayotte this summer authorizes tiny homes and yurts to be considered single-family homes or accessory dwelling units statewide.

A new state-appointed task force of educators, parents, and lawmakers is learning how screens are being used at school and addressing concerns over digital technology in classrooms. At a meeting Wednesday, members identified topics they may address in their recommendations for schools and policy makers.

Limiting screen time in class is harder than it looks, says state education task force

A state-appointed group of educators, parents, and lawmakers hopes to craft recommendations for schools trying to manage digital learning by September.

Shot from the neck of the acoustic guitar with focus on the fifteenth fret

Remembering Liz McNicholl, CT singer-songwriter: 'She was magic. She was like sunshine'

New Haven area singer-songerwriter and music educator Liz McNicholl died last month.

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