Education Oct 15 How students are faring in Arizona’s voucher program that could be adopted nationwide As the Trump administration throws its weight behind a national school voucher program that it says will give parents more options, critics point to the negative impacts school choice is having on public schools. Arizona introduced the first universal school…
Nation Sep 10 How the Curry and King families are working to unite communities through service Even as racial and economic disparities persist and the Trump administration purges DEI policies in government and at universities, a new partnership aimed at healing racial divides is trying to bring communities across the country together through service. Judy Woodruff…
Arts Aug 28 New Hampshire arts groups face double budget blow as state slashes funding Cuts to the arts at the federal level have been in the news, but some states are also slashing their funding. In New Hampshire, the cultural sector generated some $3.5 billion in revenue in 2023, but arts groups there now…
Arts Aug 21 Tour of giant, brightly colored creatures celebrates artistic heritage of Oaxaca They’re called fantastic animals, brightly colored wooden creatures inspired by the world of Mexican magical realism. Giant versions of these animals are on a tour across the U.S., celebrating Mexico’s rich cultural heritage and promoting diplomacy during a contentious time.
Arts Aug 06 Composer reimagines his Harvey Milk opera while rebuilding life after traumatic injury Harvey Milk’s name returned to headlines after the defense secretary ordered the name of the slain gay rights advocate, who served in the Navy, removed from a naval ship. But Milk’s legacy lives on in other ways, including in an…
Arts Jul 25 Ruth Asawa exhibition celebrates her influential art and extraordinary life The work of artist Ruth Asawa, who died in 2013, is back in the spotlight with a major traveling exhibition. It’s a celebration of not only her work, but also an extraordinary life. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown reports for…
Health Jul 04 The long-term health risks as extreme heat becomes a new normal Extreme heat is becoming a dangerous new normal that brings with it a number of health risks. From severe burns to accelerated aging, the effects of long periods of high temperatures on the human body are getting more attention in…
Nation Jun 30 Operation Not Forgotten dedicates FBI agents to cold cases as Native families seek answers For decades, Native Americans and Alaskan Natives have experienced disproportionately high rates of murder, rape and other violent crimes. Experts say it's an outcome of generational trauma and systemic abuse. Stephanie Sy reports from New Mexico, where a lack of…
Arts Jun 19 New jazz fellowship honors long-time musicians who often struggle financially Unless you’re a longtime jazz aficionado, you might only know the names and music of a handful of stars and legends. But what about all those who’ve built a life working in this art form? A new fellowship honors them…
Nation May 20 Tribal colleges face uncertain future amid federal funding cuts Tribal colleges and universities have endured decades of chronic underfunding, relying heavily on federal support to stay afloat. Now, the Trump administration’s broad cuts to federal programs are hitting Indian Country hard, posing a serious threat to the future of…