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Canceled concerts, lawsuits, existential turmoil. As Russia has cracked down on anti-war speech, the country's music scene reaches a particularly high pitch.

Mike DeWine, the Republican incumbent governor, wants to make the gubernatorial race about the economy, but his Democratic opponent, Nan Whaley, is banking on outrage from Ohio women voters over the loss of abortion rights to pull an upset win.

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the novel Thistlefoot, "Blessed" by GloRilla, Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers and more.

Colorado voters will decide next month whether to offer the free lunch program to every student. Eight other states are considering legislation to do so too.

Yordan Alvarez hit a moon shot that sent Space City into a frenzy, and the Houston Astros to their second World Series title.

Several councilmembers refused to vote for Imokhai Okolo, a 27-year-old Black lawyer and community activist, over an alleged social media post he made in the past.

Playing competitive youth soccer can cost families a small fortune, excluding kids who might excel at the sport. There are efforts around the country to get more kids in the game.

Hiring slowed slightly in November amid rising interest rates. But the U.S. job market remains unusually tight. Employers added 263,000 jobs in November while unemployment held steady at 3.7%.

Public radio hosts chime in on what artists are up for a big break in 2023.

Body cam footage of the brutal arrest in Memphis of the Black man has sparked protests in several cities. The five ex-officers involved face a litany of charges, including second-degree murder.