The cautionary tale of a man who got addicted to day trading
Chris Garver got interested in the stock market around 2010, investing in a range of big companies on the British Stock Exchange. But one stock recommendation got him hooked.
Residents want polluted West Virginia water cleaned up. Who will do it?
Slimy water in a West Virginia creek is blamed on an abandoned mine, but clean-up is delayed because it's not clear who owns it and who should be responsible.
Donald Trump has been convicted. What comes next?
Donald Trump will face sentencing on July 11 -- just days before Republicans convene in Milwaukee to nominate him for president for the third election in a row. So, what happens now?
Remembering Marian Robinson with a conversation with Michelle Obama
Marian Robinson, mother to Michelle Obama and grandmother to Sasha and Malia, has died. She was 86 years old.
Texas Supreme Court upholds strict abortion ban
More than 20 women in Texas sued their state saying they were harmed by its abortion ban. The Texas Supreme Court ruled against them, keeping the abortion ban with its narrow medical exception.
One man's trash: A look at the hot commodities of the 'junk economy'
Planet Money spends a day with a San Francisco junkman as he makes a living off of other people’s trash. We learn about the scrap metals commodities markets and the second lives of random objects.
From Virginia to 'Cowboy Carter,' artist Shaboozey on his journey and new album
NPR's Juana Summers talks with musical artist Shaboozey about his new album and his musical journey that started in Virginia with a Nigerian immigrant father who loved country music.
Adroit, perspicacious, habile kids faced off at 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee
The finals of the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee kicked off Thursday night — and we caught up with some of the contestants before and after the event.
Voters in swing states react to Trump verdict
What impact is Trump's guilty verdict having in swing states? Voters weigh in.