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In the Obama administration, Republican-dominated states such as Texas often sought to block the president's agenda. In the Trump era, California may play that same role.

Is comedy timeless? Comedian Jim Gaffigan explores that question by delivering ancient jokes to an unsuspecting audience.

If you go to an NBA game, should you expect to see the star players on the court — or at least on the bench? NPR's Scott Simon talks to Howard Bryant of ESPN.com about all things basketball.

Governor Pat McCrory of North Carolina signed a law stripping Democratic Governor-elect Roy Cooper of power. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Michael Bitzer, political science professor at Catawba College.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving a notorious 1984 murder in Washington, DC. The key issue involves whether prosecutors failed to turn over favorable evidence to the defendants.

Hamilton's Daveed Diggs and accomplished poet and performer Rafael Casal have taken scenes from classic literature and reworked them in contemporary style. "We haven't dumbed it down," Casal says.

Bill reads three news-related limericks...Smart Cookie Dough, Double Oh Nope, We Squid You Not

The financial crisis in Puerto Rico is putting a damper on the holiday season, as more budget cuts are coming. There is talk of shutting down basic services like schools and hospitals.

Henry Heimlich, the surgeon credited with inventing the Heimlich maneuver for choking victims, has died. The move saved thousands of lives. But he had other ideas that were more controversial.

Transgender people are concerned how rights may change under the new president. Many are hurrying to complete the process of changing genders on government documents before Donald Trump is sworn in.