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Abraham Lincoln is known as one of America's greatest presidents. Turns out, he was also a cook who used to join his wife in the kitchen after work. In her new culinary biography of Lincoln, a food historian walks us through his life with stories — and recipes — of what he ate, cooked and served.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to Professor Andrew Fountain from Portland State University about melting glaciers in the American West.

Thomas Jefferson's garden was a vast, beautiful science experiment involving over 300 varieties of 90 different plants. And no gardening detail was too small for Jefferson to note in the gardening journal he kept for nearly 60 years.

NPR's Michel Martin talks to Zongyuan Zoe Liu of the Council on Foreign Relations, about the U.S.-China business relationship after President Biden met with China's leader.

There is no evidence of any deaths or injuries from contaminated Halloween candy. Why are people still afraid of it?

On balance, the latest jobs report suggests the economy is continuing to grow, though modestly. But a closer look at retail employment suggests this may be a gloomy holiday season for people who want seasonal jobs.

Hill was pulled over near the stadium for a traffic violation. The officers have been condemned for their use of force. The police department says it will review body camera footage.

After a busy harvest season, Rader Family Farms isn't slowing down yet. This weekend marks the 80-acre farm and recreation area's first annual "Christmas on the Farm." Santa will be there, plus seasonal crafts, performances and lots of Rader's legendary pumpkin donuts.

America's Test Kitchen host Chris Kimball and Renee Montagne cook up a Julia Child-inspired Thanksgiving feast of roast turkey and mashed potatoes. And we remember that she would say, if things go wrong in the kitchen, just keep on going. And have a glass of wine.

Valentine's Day is a time to think about love — no matter whether you're single, taken, confused or ready to mingle.