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Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax as prices soar amid war with Iran
Suspending the federal gas tax would require an act of Congress.
Danielle Kurtzleben | May 11, 2026, 4:59 PM UTC

'Atlanta Journal-Constitution' chief steps down as bold goals yield to tough realities
The owners of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution invested $150 million to reinvent the paper. The changes have been significant. Three years in, the payoff has been modest.
David Folkenflik | May 11, 2026, 3:14 PM UTC
Oregon's most unexpected gubernatorial candidate? A pencil with a point
Oregon's public schools rank last in fourth-grade reading, according to an analysis of national testing. As a wake-up call for elected leaders, Pencil is running for governor as a write-in candidate.
Dirk VanderHart | May 11, 2026, 11:14 AM UTC

Econ IE: Sen. Adam Schiff on AI and agriculture
Last week, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff visited San Bernardino Valley College to speak with students and tour a future housing project. Afterwards, Schiff joined me in the KVCR studios at the college to discuss issues important to Californians, including the future of AI and agriculture. Here's part of our conversation.
Madison Aument | May 11, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC

As ranks of uninsured grow, charity care can be hard to come by at many hospitals
An investigation of hospital data and charity care programs shows most Minnesota hospitals provide little financial aid to patients and often make assistance difficult to get.
Noam Levey, Jeremy Olson | May 11, 2026, 9:03 AM UTC

Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi transferred to a Tehran hospital, her foundation says
Nobel Peace laureate and activist Narges Mohammadi has been transferred to a Tehran hospital more than a week after collapsing in prison, her foundation said Sunday.
The Associated Press | May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
'Marty, Life Is Short' reveals the losses endured by comedy legend Martin Short
After a long career in comedy, Martin Short shares his story of "love, loss and survival" in a new Netflix documentary, Marty, Life Is Short.
Phil Harrell | May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

How do you cut your food bill? NPR wants to hear your tips
With rising food costs, NPR wants to hear your tips and hacks for reducing your bill.
Joe Hernandez | May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
It's not shameful, it's savvy: The shoppers redefining how to save money on groceries
Many facing economic pressures and frustrations have begun shopping at budget grocery stores and warehouse clubs in lieu of traditional supermarkets, with priorities shifting in pursuit of good deals.
Joe Hernandez | May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Marketers say NAD+ pills and infusions can boost longevity. What's the evidence?
Wellness and longevity influencers are pushing a compound called NAD+. There's scientific interest in its potential, but researchers say the marketing claims have gotten ahead of the science.
Will Stone | May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC



