Public News Service

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

How to conserve energy and keep your home cool during the summer

Hot Weather/Staying Cool—   By Isobel Charle, producer, Oregon News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.    Rising temperatures and energy rates mean staying cool will cost more this year.  But experts say there are some easy, cheap tricks to help keep your home from feeling like a sauna. New data shows U.S. households are projected to spend nearly […]
Monday, June 15, 2026

Controversy surrounding Saudi oil sponsor at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Soccer/ World Cup Controversy—   By Kathryn Carley, producer, Commonwealth News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   Critics of FIFA World Cup sponsor Aramco say the Saudi-owned oil giant is using soccer to sportswash its image as one of the world’s largest climate polluters. Aramco signed an estimated $400 million, multiyear deal with FIFA, securing high-profile branding rights for […]
Sunday, June 14, 2026

Planting 10 million trees and still going strong

USA/Sunday Feature— By Danielle Smith, producer, Keystone State News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   A Pennsylvania partnership is marking a major milestone by planting its 10 millionth tree in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. A celebration this spring in Hummelstown marks eight years of work to improve water quality and restore streamside habitats across Pennsylvania’s portion of the […]
Saturday, June 13, 2026

Summer travelers facing higher airline costs

USA/Travel—   By Terri Dee, producer, Indiana News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   Airline travelers planning summer vacations are facing higher fares, higher baggage fees, and fewer budget options as carriers deal with rising jet fuel costs tied to the war in Iran. The aviation industry appeared to have regained its footing after the pandemic, last year’s […]
Friday, June 12, 2026

CA governor’s proposed budget makes harsh cuts to senior programs

CA/Proposed Budget Cuts—   By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.    Lawmakers in Sacramento are considering a range of cuts to programs that serve older Californians as budget negotiations draw to a close. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s May budget revision would trim funds for in-home care. It would also make victims of elder abuse eligible […]
Monday, June 8, 2026

Fund for CA reproductive healthcare running low

CA/Healthcare—     By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   A California fund created to expand access to abortion and other reproductive healthcare may have to shut down unless state lawmakers restore funding in the budget. Legislative leaders are in final budget negotiations ahead of a June 15 deadline to pass a balanced […]
Sunday, June 7, 2026

Yosemite National Park hit by overcrowding and other problems

USA/Travel—   By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   Visitors reported long lines, crowded trails, and parking problems at Yosemite National Park over Memorial Day weekend after the National Park Service ended its reservation system. Staff are having a hard time keeping up with the crowds after the Trump administration cut almost 25% of […]
Saturday, May 30, 2026

Southland stroke survivor’s advice for recovery

Health/Stroke Recovery—   By Suzanne Porter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   Stroke survivors and doctors say the key to recovery is patience and optimism. During a stroke, blood vessels become blocked or burst, depriving certain parts of the brain of oxygen. Precious Guan, who lives in the city of Cerritos in Los Angeles County, is a […]
Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Security concerns in Muslim communities after deadly shooting in San Diego

Crime/Deadly Shooting—   By Suzanne Potter, producer, California News Service, a bureau of Public News Service.   Muslim community leaders and police are looking at ways to increase security around mosques and Islamic schools across California after a deadly shooting on Monday, May 18,  at the Islamic Center of San Diego. The shooting killed three people and wounded a gardener. […]