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Odyssey for Democracy founder Clark Curtis said capturing these memories is crucial, particularly amid the current political climate. “Since when does history get a label as Critical Race Theory or whatever?” he asked, “It's part of all of our history.”

Erykah Badu opens up on Wild Card about wanting to live in a space shuttle, how music is the undertone to her life, and whether there's more to reality than we can see or touch.

The NPR Music Tiny Desk Contest got nearly 7,000 entries this year. Here are some of the notable jazz entries.

The National Academy of Medicine and National Academy of Sciences say a long-standing taboo on editing human genes could be lifted — even if the changes can be carried through to future generations.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with singer, pianist and composer Bruce Hornsby about his new album "Indigo Park" and 40 years since the release of his biggest hit, "The Way It Is."

NPR's Miles Parks speaks with Jenny Lewis about her new album, Joy'All.

The U.S. says it has struck Iran again as peace talks continue to end the conflict. And, the federal government has charged a Google staffer for allegedly using insider information in Polymarket trades.

Birds and wasps do it. So do octopuses, otters, polar bears and dolphins. A surprising number of animals use tools, and scientists say there are some widespread misconceptions. Among them: Using tools isn't a sign of intelligence, and animals don't need fingers to be crafty with tools.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wins confirmation to be President Trump's secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The vote was 52 to 48.

Candidates such as Herschel Walker, Eric Greitens and Max Miller have been accused of abusing partners and, in some cases, children. But some party leaders aren't convinced voters will reject them.

As Boards of Canada release their new album, 'Inferno', diehard fans remember the time when they trekked out into the Scottish countryside trying to find the band's so-called "Red Moon Party."

Atrium Health is seeking to take over WakeMed. Officials throughout state government urged the proposed deal to slow down after news broke Friday afternoon.

Despite a divided Congress, Democratic Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama is still pushing to shore up the Voting Rights Act after the U.S. Supreme Court dismantled key parts of the landmark law.

Brazilian samba musician Rogê already conquered Rio de Janeiro. He's here to give the U.S. a taste of Brazil with his album Curyman.

In Horry County, South Carolina, a squabble over who is the official county party sheds light on struggles the GOP faces more broadly in 2024.

New Orleans blues legend Walter "Wolfman" Washington died last year before his final album, "Feel So At Home," came out. NPR's Sarah McCammon speaks with his producer, Ben Ellman.

Preserving democracy is top of mind for Democrats and independents, while Republicans are most concerned about immigration. And there are big splits on how to handle immigration in particular.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Colombian musician Maluma about his newest album, "Loco X Volver."

Marty Reisman was nicknamed "The Needle" for his slender physique. He dressed well and put on a show.

New York's primary election highlighted a question the Democratic Party is facing: Just how progressive does it want to be? In safe seats, progressives win, but in competitive seats, moderates prevail.