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A gothic horror tale, a creepy science-fiction romp, a sweeping romance, an intergenerational saga, a book about birds — here are the fiction and nonfiction our critics are most looking forward to.

YLR Host, Jeff Hayden, is joined by Tom Lenz of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo in Pasadena, and Beth Mora of Mora Employment Law in San Ramon. Questions for Jeff's Guests? Call (866) 798-8255

Linguist and New York Times columnist John McWhorter joins pianist Lara Downs to explore the history of American music as a joyful noise, even in the toughest times.

The Late Show shuts down next week. Stephen Colbert's late night competitors are circling around for fond farewells.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to Rome in an effort to preserve a crucial relationship between Washington and the Holy See.

Indonesia is in the midst of a nickel boom, but there are concerns about how the mineral is mined and refined, and about its cost to the environment and local health.

A compass used by Lewis and Clark on their expedition to explore the American West is owned by the Smithsonian and is part of NPR's 250th anniversary series, America In Pursuit.

NYU Law professor Melissa Murray gives context and commentary on the nation's founding document in her new book The U.S. Constitution: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide for the Modern Reader.

Ted Turner is being remembered as the founder of CNN, but he was also someone who used his wealth for environmental stewardship.

Operation Metro Surge's impact in the Twin Cities can still be felt three months after it ended. Many immigrants are at risk of losing homes and businesses, and some are dealing with mental health challenges.

The relatives of Hussein Asasa described to NPR how they were forced to exhume and rebury their father when Israeli settlers interfered with his grave.

The KALW Music team shares a list of protest songs by artists with ties to the Bay Area, including La Doña, Tracy Chapman, and Linda Tillery.