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Last November, California voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 36, a law aimed at cracking down on rising retail theft. But, already, many counties are discovering that instead of being part of a solution to crime and drugs, Prop 36 has compounded their existing problems.

QUEER POWER HOUR is honored to be the only public radio station in the country to air a new, 12-part series from Making Gay History about the overlooked history of Nazi persecution of LGBTQ people in the lead up to World War II and during the Holocaust.

As prisoner and hostage exchanges happen in Gaza, we hear about the International Red Cross's experience in facilitating this work.

It's normal to feel some pain or soreness after a workout. But how much is too much, and more importantly, how do you get relief? NPR's Life Kit helps you build out your post-workout recovery routine.

In a time of aggressive immigration enforcement, some international musicians are deciding that going through the complicated process of getting a U.S. artist visa may not be worth the financial and safety risks.

Despite promises to improve the system, problems within prisons keep mounting. Critics say the Dominican Republic continues to push for pretrial detentions in cases where no charges have been filed.

The Trump administration is considering using a shuttered prison in Dublin to house immigrants who are waiting to be deported.

The United Nations human rights office has released a new report that says Palestinians detained by Israel since October 7 have been sexually abused and tortured.

Even for Israelis who support the ceasefire with Hamas, it's been hard to watch Palestinians convicted of involvement in mass shootings and suicide bombings walk free.

Emmy voters have until tonight to send in their picks for nominees. Here's what NPR TV critic Eric Deggans thinks they should be voting for.

Hopkins continues to perform with the Zac Brown Band.

Sometimes reducing your home's energy use can be as simple as opening a window or buying tape. Here are five easy ways to have a more climate-friendly home and save on energy bills at the same time.