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A muppet and movie stars give commencement speeches –inspiring graduates with hope, humor and a powerful call to action.

A sampling of the stories NPR staff believe made some of the deepest ripples this year — reminders of what rigorous, compassionate journalism can do, and why the work remains as urgent as ever.

This will be the first in a series of cold fronts moving through the Sunshine State as we usher in the first week of 2025.

Project 2025 refers to a controversial plan drafted by the conservative Heritage Foundation to overhaul the U.S. government.

Read President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress delivered on March 4.

Sarasota County declared a burn ban for unincorporated parts of the county and the City of Sarasota more than a month ago. Manatee County and North Port activated burn bans last week. Southwest Florida’s drought has returned

The remains of a 2-year-old, female Florida panther were found August 28 on Keri Road, 2.5 miles west of Twin Mills Grade in Hendry County.The suspected cause for the 13th panther death in 2025 was vehicle collision.

Black Birders Week 2025 runs Sunday thru May 31 with the theme "The Sparrow Family."The annual week is organized by “The Black AF In STEM Collective” – a group which “seeks to support, uplift, and amplify Black Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics professionals in natural resources and the environment through professional development, career connection, and community engagement.”

Denny’s says it’s closing 150 of its lowest-performing restaurants in an effort to turn around the brand’s flagging sales. About half of the closures will happen this year and the rest in 2025.

Here are some of the best entries in NPR's 2025 College Podcast Challenge.