Three years ago, councilmembers in Washington, D.C., approved a tax hike on the wealthy as a way to raise the wages of child care workers. It's led to big gains for the city's child care workforce.

President-elect Donald Trump's administration picks are shaping up to be a very affluent bunch. If all are confirmed, Trump's incoming administration would be the wealthiest in the nation's history.

NPR's Juana Summers previews Saturday's Heisman Trophy award ceremony, one of college football's sacred traditions, with sports and culture critic Tyler Tynes.

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Last week's earthquake off the coast of Humboldt County triggered a tsunami warning urging people across a huge swath of California and Oregon to evacuate. Why aren't tsunami warnings more precise?

The FDA is trying to find out why food companies use the labels they do. Food waste and food safety experts share what these labels mean and how to reduce food waste while making sure food is fresh.

Calgary took fluoride out of its water supply in 2011, but it's reversing course. City council member Gian-Carlo Carra explains why he voted to remove fluoride and why he would vote differently today.

In Damascus, Syria, posters of President Bashar al Assad are still being torn down. Here's what its like in the capital at this pivotal moment in the country's history.

Geminid meteor show is happening now, with activity hitting its peak late Friday into Saturday morning. NASA is calling for 120 meteors per hour.

Expect the incoming Office of Management and Budget to take a more activist role in leading President-elect Trump's push to deregulate, cut spending and overhaul the federal workforce.

As the Treasure Valley continues to grow, so does the restaurant scene, which means there are lots of new places to try!