Of course we look for ourselves in art — but if we stop there, we’re missing out
As I watched the new series, I only cared about Piggy — the thoughtful, smart kid stranded on an island with other boys. That made me think about what we look for
Sunday Puzzle: Words in a country
NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WAMU listener Russell Weeden and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
Gas, groceries and getting by: How voters in one Ohio district see affordability
Ohio voters headed to the polls last week for primary elections, and in competitive districts like the one where Toledo is primarily located, the message was clear: affordability is a top priority.
Capitol Hill bids a fond farewell to Sam’s Tavern: ‘It’s deeper than just a bar’
After 13 years on East Pike Street, owner James Snyder says the bar is closing under the weight of rising labor costs and high rent.
Protests and boycotts rock prestigious Venice Biennale
The 61st edition of the international art event launched on Saturday in an atmosphere marked by geopolitical strife.
Concrete vehicle barriers arrive at Pike Place Market ahead of World Cup
A market spokesperson told KING 5 that Saturday marked the first day the new cement planters were placed along six major intersections near the market.
‘Wait Wait’ for May 9. 2026: With Not My Job guest Bobby Lopez
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Bobby Lopez and panelists Hari Kondabolu, Roxanne Roberts, and Mo Rocca
Ode to motherhood
For Mother’s Day, we bring to you a consideration of motherhood by a poet who’s brought up two sons.
Seattle business owners press police on slow investigations after string of burglaries
Thieves have stolen roughly $350,000 in equipment from one production company over several months.
ABC argues Trump administration is trying to chill free speech
In a filing, ABC accuses the Trump administration of trying to chill its constitutionally protected free speech. The point of contention: “The View,” and whether it’s subject to equal time rules.